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Title: Healing Waters

Subtitle: Sullivan Crisp Series, Book 2

Author: Stephen Arterburn, Nancy Rue

Narrator: Pam Turlow

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 19 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-09

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Lucia Coffey longs to feel good about herself and her body but she can't get the negative voices out of her head. Lucia has always lived in the shadow of her sister Sophia, a charismatic ministry leader with a huge following. She doesn't feel worthy of her sister or her husband, and her own dreams of being a dancer have long since gone by the wayside. As her self-esteem and self-worth plummet, her struggle to keep her weight under control soars. But then she meets Sullivan Crisp, the decidedly unorthodox psychologist who is well-known for his quirky sense of humor and incorporation of game show theology into his counseling sessions. He sees the beauty hidden in Lucia and sets about trying to help her find it for herself. Lucia longs for the faith to walk on water. And with the endlessly creative ways God uses our meager efforts to bring hope and new life, she just might find the path that leads her there.

©2008 Nancy Rue & Stephen Arterburn; ©2009 Oasis Audio

Members Reviews:

Life changing

Contact me for a refund if you have ear ducts and don't cry!! Wow! This was awesome! Took a shot at the faith fanitics. Really really great!

Couldn't stop listening!!

I absolutely love this series. There are so many nuggets of wisdom and truth! The characters were so vivid! Though I was afraid of an easy to guess plot, I have to say I was happy to find that it wasn't such a simple story. Thank you for such an amazing series! Keep on making them! We need more strong Christian Fiction like this!

Awesome book!

I absolutely love this book and series! Healing Waters especially, touched places in my soul! I hope everyone who reads this book/series is touched in a very profound and blessed way. It spoke to my heart on two of the topics that Lucia had to deal with, weight and the inability to have children that I so desperately wanted. I feel that these needed to be read in order to get the parts of the story that Dr. Crisp was dealing with as well as helping others. Healing Stones, Healing Waters, and Healing Sands. UI so hope that this writing team get together again and give us more stories in the life of Sullivan Crisp! God Bless!!

Good concept but it was boring in places

This was a good concept for a book but at times I found there was too much of a good subject matter and plus I really didn't see that much interaction with the described main characters.

too much

What disappointed you about Healing Waters?

That victim was too unbelievable

Has Healing Waters turned you off from other books in this genre?

idk

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

maybe..

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

disbelief that the victim high standards were just unbelievable.

Any additional comments?

disappointed in what could have been a better story.

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Title: All She Ever Wanted

Author: Lynn Austin

Narrator: Linda Stephens

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14 hrs and 39 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-27-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 237 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

A three-time Christy Award winner, Lynn Austin crafts rousing tales of hope and redemption. All She Ever Wanted stars Kathleen Seymour, a woman who seems to have it all, though she hides a dark family secret. To her horror, everything comes crashing down when she loses her job and her daughter is caught shoplifting. Desperate to regain control over her life, Kathleen returns to her estranged family to mend her severely broken relationships before it is too late.

©2005 Lynn Austin; (P)2006 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic Reviews:

"[A] brilliant novel about love, forgiveness, suffering, and the importance of resisting the temptation to run away when things get tough." (Christian Book Previews.com)

Members Reviews:

Pure Enjoyment

Very colorful characters, great story, enjoyable format, entertaining and spiritual. Highly recommended...think I'll listen again.

Fresh starts....

Lynn Austin has written a grand novel spanning 3 generations of fresh starts. Her story is gripping and inspiring.

Twists and turns

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Loved the complexity and the direction the author used to keep you wanting to know more of the sad story of Eleanor.

Fantastic book by Austin!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely! Austin's depictions of the roaring 20s, World War II, and the 1960s were stellar. The shutting off of emotions between mothers and daughters, their complex relationships, were well drawn.

I would have liked to have more male characters be strong and dependable, such as Kathleen's husband... I didn't get to know him, and how he put up with Kathleen's shutting off of herself, I don't know... but this is a minor quibble in an otherwise good book.

Any additional comments?

This book was well-done all in all. Linda Stevens' performance was good, but her penchant for pausing at the end of each chapter drove me a little batty, but her emotional inflections were very good.

Enjoy!

Nice

This was a good book, IMHO, though not great. The story was interesting the way all the characters' lives dovetailed into each other. It flowed along nicely, and was an interesting listen. Well written.

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Title: Isolation

Author: Travis Thrasher

Narrator: Jack Garrett

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-09-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

After tragedy in Papua, New Guinea, a missionary couple returns to America and begins drifting apart from each other and from God. When their family moves into a Smoky Mountains retreat, they can't imagine the terror that awaits.

Members Reviews:

The characters suffrer. So does the reader.

Missionaries, man and wife and two children, move into a creepy house in the mountains. The house rivals the Amityville Horror. The whole thing starts to fall down around them, with scary stuff and bloody rooms and murder and six feet of snow. It's obvious they should band together and take some action. But she won't tell him what she's experiencing out of fear she's crazy and doesn't want him to know. He won't tell her what he's experiencing out of fear he'll drive her deeper into the psychosis she doesn't know he knows about

Instead, they whine and pray constantly. She cries and worries about going crazy, while he curses God and feels guilty. They are truly a pathetic pair.

The writing is mediocre. The author knows a few phrases which he uses to describe just about everything. The characters are unsympathetic and passive, waiting for God to save them from a situation they got into with their eyes wide open. They escape in the end (with God's help, of course). I only hope they haven't survived to become a sequel.

Scary Read!

I'm only through the first part of this book but wow, it's on the same par as Stephen King. It appears to have religious undertones, and I'm not a religious person, still the book is terrific. And the narrator makes it all worthwhile! Read this one.

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Title: Unforgotten

Subtitle: The Michelli Family Series, Book 2

Author: Kristen Heitzmann

Narrator: Katherine Kellgren

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-25-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Rese Barrett and Lance Michelli have agreed to run her Sonoma B&B as partners. But Lance is still driven to unravel the mystery behind papers he found buried in the basement there: papers left by his grandfather, who built this house two generations ago. Now they have gone to Lance's family in New York to find some answers.

Members Reviews:

Teepee

I have listened to books one and two of this series I can't get enough love the Christian perspective felt as if I was in the story will purchase the third book

Intense Story; Good Narration

Unbelievable and Interesting. Exhausting and exhilarating. I love Lance and Rese and can't wait to read the rest of their story...and, of course, their family and friends.

Best series!

Second in a two part series, this book holds to the standards of the other 5 books. I would highly recommend these series!

I want my life back

This book was slightly better than the first one, but only just!

Honestly I think watching a 1980's re-run of a televangelist would have been more entertaining. The only thing missing was someone jumping up and claiming they were saved... Oh wait I think that was in this also!

After reading this series I have to wonder if the author is related to Tammy Faye Bakker.

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Title: Dwelling Place

Author: Elizabeth Musser

Narrator: Julia Gibson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-25-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

In the sequel to ABA best-seller The Swan House, Ellie Middleton must deal with her troubled relationship with her mother before it's too late. Mary Swan is battling cancer. Ellie, just out of drug rehab, is the only one who can care for her. As they work to mend their broken relationship, they finally come to terms with their past through faith. Ellie realizes that her mother's life hasn't been as perfect as she once thought.

©2005 Elizabeth Musser; (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC

Members Reviews:

great christian book

I bought this book on the recommdation of a friend. I am so glad I did. it was well worth the money.

Speaks to your heart in a real profound way

Is there anything you would change about this book?

The girl telling her story is so so negative but she has to be that way to make the point

What was one of the most memorable moments of Dwelling Place?

the memorable moments are finally revealed when mother and daughter start talking about moms past

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

I liked the pace and the pauses were perfect

Do you think Dwelling Place needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

no but I would like to know about Ben and Ellie relationship

Any additional comments?

This Story would make a good movie for hallmark channel

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Title: Shape of Mercy

Author: Susan Meissner

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-17-09

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 242 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Two women, the ailing Abigail Boyles and exuberant, wealthy Lauren Durough, are brought together by their love of books and the discovery of a diary written by a young woman, Mercy Hayworth, who was burned at the stake during the Salem witch trials. Her inspiring, yearning, romantic diary proves to be an inspiration to both Abigail and Lauren, teaching them to cherish friendships, love, and life.

©2008 Susan Meissner (P)2008 christianaudio.com

Members Reviews:

Fascinating stories (3 interwoven together)

Any additional comments?

This book was arguably the best I've listened to on Audible. It delved deeply into the Salem Witch Trials in a highly personal way - I learned a lot about mass culture hysteria and the consequences of it to a town. In addition to that, a story of the researcher unfolds that relates to the life of the main character in Salem, along with the elderly woman who hired her to translate the woman's diary. It all was fascinating and hard to put down. The reader was good, except for periods of transition from Salem to the translator. Something more needed to be done to give an alert that the transition was occurring. It took me a while to realize I was now in the present day rather than in Salem. Other than that, it was an amazing read (listen).

Performer not great at voices

Worthy story and generally well told. The exploration of presumptions was intriguing. I found the reading grating at times. When a reader can't do a certain voice well, I'd rather they just used their own voice.

Beautifully written, eloquently read

Loved listening to this beautiful story. Transporting, thought provoking, touching.

Excellent narration, added to depth and feel of the book.

Didn't want it to end!

Loved it! The story of the Salem witch was interesting, but the side stories brought it l all together.

Misleading

If you want a story about a girl during the Salem witch hunt this isn't it. The book is about two women in modern times that each come from a privileged family and the struggles they've created in their lives. Very disappointing.

The narrator could have been good but she E NUN CI ATES TOOOOOOO MUCH. I found myself so annoyed by her ridiculous narration that I had to constantly rewind to hear the story. I won't buy another book narrated by her.

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Title: When the Soul Mends

Author: Cindy Woodsmall

Narrator: Jill Shellabarger

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-17-08

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

As Hannah is thrown together with former fiance Paul Waddell to work for her sister Sarah's mental health, hidden truths surface about events during Hannah's absence, and she faces an agonizing decision. Will she choose the Englischer world and the man who restored her hope, or will she heed the call to return to the Plain Life - and perhaps to her first love?

Members Reviews:

the saga continues

Wow, just blew right through the 3rd anf final book of the trilogy. I really, really enjoyed this series. This one ranked right up there with the first one. Even thugh set in Amish country and with a good portion about the Amish, it's more a story of human nature, right versus wrong. I'm sorry to have the story of Hannah and Paul end. I guess I'm going to have to give the author another try at some point and see if she can match the magic of the Sisters of the Quilt:)

Wonderful Christian book

Wonderful conclusion to the three part series by Ms. Woodsmall. I have listened to all three. Couldn't recommend this series highly enough. She is my favorite Amish author.

Depressing Characters

I enjoyed the hardcopy books because the author is very talented; however, the audio version of the series brings the characters to life and they remind me of stressful real people whom I have encountered over the years. Hannah caused just as much hurt to Martin and his children as her family caused her. Paul Waddell was also a disappointment.

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Title: The Ultimate Life

Author: Jim Stovall

Narrator: Rob Lamont

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-10-08

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Ready to tackle the duties of a running a multi-billion dollar trust, his plans for the year are once again derailed, this time by his pugnacious family. Not content with their cattle ranches and oil fields, his aunts, uncles and even his parents are determined to see every last dime entrusted to their own self-serving pockets.

With none of the reluctance he initially showed for the Gift, he eagerly accepts the challenge and pushes himself to prove not only to his family and the court but the world, that with determination and the simple tenets of the Gift, anyone can lead The Ultimate Life.

Members Reviews:

I ENJOYED THIS BOOK

I always wondered what happened after, the ultimate gift. It answered alot of questions of what happened between Jason & Alexa. I loved how all Jason fell in love with his grandfather thru the hard work and challenges he was given. This was a very interesting book. I am glad that Jason did not let the money break up his family.

Very good follow up to The Ultimate Gift

If you could sum up The Ultimate Life in three words, what would they be?

Pass it on!

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the gentleness, and the way the judge hearing the case became more involved and aware of the gifts in his life.

Which scene was your favorite?

The Forgiveness near the end.

If you could take any character from The Ultimate Life out to dinner, who would it be and why?

The judge, because he truly loved his wife after many years, and yet knew there was room to still grow, love and give.

Any additional comments?

I'd give this a 4.5 overall if possible in the ratings. I know Stovall keeps his stories brief and too the point, which I think is good for the most part. Read the first book before this one. The narrator was very good, also.

Disappointed

What I didn't like was that the author just reused all the videos, and all the successes of Jason from the first book. I would have loved to have seen it just do the outcome of each court order. And to think we went through the entire Ultimate Gift for another year.

Couldn't put it down

It was a great follow up to the Ultimate Gift and there were a lot of insights that I wrote down to incorporate into my own life.

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Title: On Every Side

Author: Karen Kingsbury

Narrator: Richard Ferrone

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-24-08

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Jordan Riley hasn't believed in God since before the traumatic events that marred his childhood, but when he returns to his hometown years later, he finds himself struggling between his current doubts and the comfort of his former religion.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

Good book

This is my third time reading it. It is a page turner

Karen Kingsbury is an excellent writer. On Every Side is one of her best novels; inspirational and interesting. Basically it is a true story interwoven with believable characters and situations. I love the way it ended. It might be a little tough on the foster children program but since I once worked in a state office that dealt with foster kids, I thought that politics might have interfered with proper handling of some cases. Workers are overloaded and human nature can only take so much but then that is no excuse to put kids lives in danger. Overall I really loved the book.

Gave me chills...

This book gave me chills! I loved how real the conversations were between the characters and God, and His answers to their daily prayers...I would highly recommend this book! Everybody can relate to this because I think we all have felt like God doesn't hear our prayers sometimes, but in reality he isn't saying No, he might just be saying Not Right Now - His plan for our lives is so much more than we can even imagine! We just have to pray and remain faithful :)

Praise His Name

I love all Karen Kingsbury' s books but "On All Sides touched my heart in such a wonderful way. While reading this book, I realized how there were walls of a different kind between me and God. This book helped me find my way out of the past and into a right now renewed faith that I find fresh and new for every single day. Let this book touch your heart. You will not be the same after reading it. Karen Kingsbury shows that the strongest faith can sometimes be shaken when we believe even one lie of the devil

So great

This book is so wonderful. I couldn't stop reading it. Thank you for listening to the Lord and writing it. I pray that people will realize that it applies to all of us because as you wrote at the end. We all have walls in our life

Again thank you and God bless you and your family and your three new ones

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Title: The Covenant

Author: Beverly Lewis

Narrator: Christina Moore

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-22-08

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 71 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

The Covenant, set in rural Pennsylvania, paints a detailed portrait of Amish traditions. As two sisters reach courting age, their thoughts reflect the promises life holds out to them, and the decisions that will govern their paths. The mixture of faith and heritage in this novel is as fascinating as it is soul-stirring.

Members Reviews:

a great series

I have just discovered this series and author. I am totally enjoying the story, the historical background info, and the narrator. I am looking forward to the remaining books in this series and others by Beverly Lewis.

Had to get it all

i drive for a living so it kept me awake big time i couldn't stop listening and though it ended well i had to get the next one "the betrayal"