Love’s Sacred Song is the second book I have read by Mesu Andrews, and it told the story which is found in the Song of Solomon’s. Arielah and King Solomon, the son of David, have their lives are laid out in this book, and I found It very informative and an interesting telling of this story from the Bible. The Shephardess, Arielah, knows from the young age of seven that she is supposed to marry King Solomon. Her father decides that the tribes of Isreal could be united if she were to be given to Solomon as a wife, and so she begins her relationship with Solomon. The book tells about the story of how Arielah’s life was spent, just one of the many women in King Solomon’s harem.
I enjoyed this book, just as I did Mesu Andrews’ other book I read. Arielah was brave, and was sure of the plans God had for her even at a very young age. I think that is something most people struggle with, and I found it refreshing that she was willing to follow God’s plans for her life. She was also a forgiving and understanding character. Overall, I think this is a good book for women to read if they are looking for a role-model for how they can follow God’s will in their lives and not become bitter when dealing with hardships.
Available March 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
I received my free copy from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group for my review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Monday, March 12, 2012
Sarai
I recently had the opportunity to read the first book in the Wives of the Patriarch’s Series by Jill Eileen Smith. Sarai was the story of Abram and Sarai, which is a story I was surprised to learn I knew less about than I originally though. I was familiar with the story of Abram’s wife being unable to have children, but I didn’t realize all of the details the story of their life contained. We see the lack of faith on the part of Sarai, and the fact that Abram bases his decisions on God’s plan for his life while Sarai falls into many sins in her life, such as bitterness, anger, and lack of patience.
Overall, I liked this book, and I felt there was a lot of detail contained in the pages. This is both a positive and A negative. I felt like I learned a lot from reading this book, but, at times, it seemed confusing and maybe too in-depth. Although the details were very in-depth, I did find myself feeling for the characters. I empathized with Sarai and her feelings of sadness of being unable to have a son. She was very unfulfilled and unsatisfied with her life, which are feelings that many, if not all, of us have had at some point in our lives.
"Available March 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group."
I received this book free from BAKER/REVELL as part of their blogger review program. I was not asked to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC 16 CFR, Part 255 'Guides concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.
Overall, I liked this book, and I felt there was a lot of detail contained in the pages. This is both a positive and A negative. I felt like I learned a lot from reading this book, but, at times, it seemed confusing and maybe too in-depth. Although the details were very in-depth, I did find myself feeling for the characters. I empathized with Sarai and her feelings of sadness of being unable to have a son. She was very unfulfilled and unsatisfied with her life, which are feelings that many, if not all, of us have had at some point in our lives.
"Available March 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group."
I received this book free from BAKER/REVELL as part of their blogger review program. I was not asked to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC 16 CFR, Part 255 'Guides concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Heart's Safe Passage
Heart’s Safe Passage, written by Laurie Alice Eakes, is the second book in the Midwives Series. This is the second book in the series that I have read, and I enjoyed the second book as much as the first. Heart’s Safe Passage tells the story of Phoebe Lee who desires to be a midwife in the year 1812. Unfortunately, no one believes in her ability, but that doesn’t stop her sister-in-law from having her kidnapped in order to travel at sea with her to rescue her husband who is imprisoned in an English Prison. During her voyage, Phoebe and Captain Rafe begin to form a relationship despite both of their pasts. Phoebe is a widow while Captain Rafe has a child aboard his ship and is originally only interested in seeking revenge.
I really enjoyed this book, and I felt it was easy to follow even if you weren’t lucky enough to read the first book in the series. I really liked the characters (with the exception of Belinda), and I thought Phoebe was very brave in the face of everything she experienced during her travels from Virginia to London. I also really liked the setting of the book. I have always wanted to read a book that was set at sea, and this is the first opportunity I’ve had to read a book in this setting. The book was a relatively quick read, and I am definitely looking forward to reading more books in the Midwives Series.
Available February 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
I really enjoyed this book, and I felt it was easy to follow even if you weren’t lucky enough to read the first book in the series. I really liked the characters (with the exception of Belinda), and I thought Phoebe was very brave in the face of everything she experienced during her travels from Virginia to London. I also really liked the setting of the book. I have always wanted to read a book that was set at sea, and this is the first opportunity I’ve had to read a book in this setting. The book was a relatively quick read, and I am definitely looking forward to reading more books in the Midwives Series.
Available February 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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