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Title: The Reason

Author: William Sirls

Narrator: Johnny Heller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-28-12

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

When facing the impossible, will you believe? Storm clouds gather over a small Michigan town. As thunder shakes the sky, the lights inside St. Thomas Church flicker...and then go out. All is black until a thick bolt of lightning slices the sky, striking the churchs large wooden cross - leaving it ablaze and splintered in two. When the storm ends, the search for answers begins. James Lindy, the churchs blind minister, wonders how his small congregation can repair the cross and keep their faith in the midst of adversity. And he hears the words only believe. Macey Lewis, the towns brilliant young oncologist, is drawn to Alex, a young boy whos recently been diagnosed with an aggressive leukemia. She puts her hope in modern medicine - yet is challenged to only believe. And Alexs single mom, who has given everything she can to her boy, is pleading with God to know the reason this is happening...to save her son. But she only hears silence and wonders how she can possibly only believe. The Reason is a milestone debut novel, opening with a thunderbolt and never letting up as it introduces us to everyday characters who are wrestling with the questions: Where is God when bad things happen? And does God ignore the prayers of the faithful? The answer each character receives will astound listeners while offering an unforgettable call to hope, to change, to...only believe.

Members Reviews:

This is a REALLY good book!

This is my first book by William Sirls, and I'm so glad I listened. It is such a sweet story with a gospel message. It's a book with drama but also a "feel good" story. I loved the character of Charlie! Also, Johnny Heller does a great job of narrating. I only give 5 stars to books that are "way over the top" but this one is a good solid 4. I highly recommend it.

Heart warming and heart breaking

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

Emotional roller-coaster

Any additional comments?

This really is an amazing book! Lots of ups and downs.

The book was not far fetched or sappy like some books I've read. As I listen to this book, I felt like I was right there with them.

Wonderful, inspirational!

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

It was a very good story line that drew you in from the very beginning. I got so caught up in the lives of the characters and the events that I could not put my iPod away. It was an emotional roller coaster and I cried right along with them. You dont know the ending until the END. I like that about a story. Very, very good.

Who was your favorite character and why?

They were all special in their own way but the construction worker (carpenter) was my favorite. Then the little boy!

Have you listened to any of Johnny Hellers other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

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

The carpenter, just to be in his company.

Any additional comments?

I would recommend this to anyone that is looking for a good book with an uplifring message. You came away just feeling good.

Fantastic! I truly enjoyed it!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Reason to be better than the print version?

Yes, the narrator did an amazing job with representing the different characters.