Cynthia

FAll 2022 Journey-Daily Devotions for Women Published by Lifeway Christian Resources
The devotions written in this book are written by a variety of women. I enjoy reading about thier lives, and how they integrate Jesus into their daily routines, challenges, and all that life has to offer.

I am in the minority with not caring for this novel. It just continued to go on and on, and on and on...
I understand why the author wrote in this style, it helps the reader to understand Bertie, the narrator, but it was hard to get used to. I skipped multiple chapters and when I then continued, there was just more hardships and drama. On a positive note, I did love the character Bertie.

Well, I learned a lot about bees... This story was very reminiscent of Picoult's earlier stories, a bit too much for me, even her typical “surprise” ending. The story kept my interest, though I read the word “suicide” more than I cared to.

I can't say I would really recommend it to anyone, and I'll leave it at that.

Now it makes sense! Reading The Family Upstairs first is very important! Love how Jewell makes you think hard while reading! Definitely did not see the end coming!

If you don't mind being confused and having to go back to reread parts, then I highly recommend this book! Plots twists galore, characters you will love and despise, and an ending that will leave you hanging unless you now read The Family Remains.

I was intrigued by the he plotline and it was free with Amazon Prime, so I gave it a go. I loved the characters and the setting. This story had so much potential, but it was a bit too jumbled and wordy.

I love stories that are wrapped in love, hope, and forgiveness. I guess my 4 rating is because Nat got annoying, but I think that is the point.

Took WAY too long to get to the bottom of things!

Beautifully heartbreaking, and yes, hard to read! The characters Rae and Lettie develop a sarcastic, bantering relationship that turns into a love that was much needed for the both of them. Spurr's “Behind the Book” at the end was enlightening. I suggest reading that first, I think it will soften the blow and give the reader more understanding of many things.

A quiet story with an old man narrating as his younger self; trying to find his way in a complicated world. Another Ryan-Hyde story full of love and grace.

What the heck just happened!?! At first this book grabbed me & I thought I was about to read a great suspenseful story. Halfway way in it became so confusing, but I kept on reading anyway. Thank goodness I didn't pay for this; I made it to the end and I'm still baffled, but not in a good way.

Good family drama story and one of Hannah's earlier books; definitely like her more recent book a lot more.

Had to fast forward alot, too long winded & Drawn out.

What a page turner!

Good advice from Grams, “Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end.” I read some bad reviews about this book, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's different than so many of the other books I typically read. Prose's character Molly reminds me of some people I know and she is just delightful!

Cheesy, sweet story. I would have given it 3 stars, but in my opinion there was too much trivial dialogue and unnecessary descriptions of things. Wish there was more about the Café.

3 1/2 Stars! It could have been 100 pages less and been a much better story to read. K. Hannah wrote this book in 2009; she has come a long way since then. A good read that kept me going and rooting for the underdog.

Absolutely delightful!! Loved watching Mary Jane's eyes open into a world so unlike her own, and so enjoyed that parts of this story just made me laugh out loud.

Sweet short story, wish it was longer.

I'm not sure what to rate this book, so I won't. It definitely caught my attention and kept me reading. The letter at the end maybe explains Verity's crazy autobiography, but I think not. I still think Verity is a psychopath, regardless of the letter and the ending.

I was given this book from a parent of one of my students at the end of the school year. She simply said “I want you to have this; I think you need it more that I do. I think it will help you to find peace.” I finally picked it up to read and so glad that I did.
“Embrace your loved ones with your heart
Even though they have moved on.
You'll see them once again, please know,
For they are not forever gone.

Just from your sight for now removed,
But much aware they are of you.
So walk this day with lighter steps
For they walk with you, too.”

Wow! Lots of twists & turns in this story. Loved the 2 timelines as well as hearing from both Vi and Lizzy throughout the story! Unlike some other reviews, I did like the ending and the plot twists revealed late in the story.

Finally got it back from the library so that I could finish it, but decided it wasn't worth my time. The plot line was bouncing all over the place and it wasn't keeping my attention enough to continue. It had good reviews, so let me know if you liked it.

Whimsical and sweet! Not as good as the first one, but still made me smile.