Reviews by Alicia
Nick of Time
On 2/1 Alicia wrote: Anyone with a mild interest in any of the forensic tv shows on today will enjoy this book immensely. The science is fascinating! Not only that, the characters are quirky enough that we care about them. They make us want to know more about them, and they provide a lightheartedness against the backdrop ... Nick of Time by Tim Downs
Same Life, New Story
On 4/20 Alicia wrote: "Move from what is to what can be by changing how you think and talk to yourself" is a description of the book found on the book jacket. I would add that Jill Silvious also emphasizes an important step before that: accepting your individual story (not denying it, resenting it, or running from it) so ... Book Review: Same Life, New Story
Plain Promise
On 1/6 Alicia wrote: This is a great Christian fiction book, set in Amish country. I give it my recommendation! It is light enough to enjoy as a "lazy day" reading, but the characters have depth which makes the reader want to know about them and care what happens to them. Each main character, and several "supporting" ... Book Review: Plain Promise by Beth Wiseman
The Sweet By and By
On 1/5 Alicia wrote: Such a new and refreshing perspective for anyone who loves a good fiction book! Set in the comfortable backdrop of Tennessee, we meet Jade weeks before her wedding. Jade has shut the door on a painful past, and wants to move forward to a happy future with the man she loves. Unfortunately, for Jade, ... Book Review: The Sweet By and By
Fearless
On 9/8 Alicia wrote: Max Lucado, in his latest release, Fearless, dares us to "Imagine Your Life Without Fear!" He then takes us on a journey inside the lives of Jesus and his disciples. We feel like we are in the middle of the action, frustrated that the disciples don't trust Jesus after the miracles they've witnessed, ... Fearless by Max Lucado
Face of Betrayal
On 8/28 Alicia wrote: Face of Betrayal is a suspense novel about the disappearance of a 17-yr old Senate page. Though this case is puzzling to the authorities, it starts to unravel as three women, known by themselves as "The Triple Threat", dig deeper. These three women, reporter Cassidy Shaw, FBI Special Agent Nicole Hedges, ... Face of Betrayal by Lis Wiehl
This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/21 Alicia wrote: Very rarely can I find a book that approaches a topic with medical expertise, sensitivity to a person's hurts, and acknowledgment that what our deepest need is God (and to know him intimately). This book does all three! With an extremely fresh and educated perspective, Dr. Henslin explains that the constant ... Book Review: This is Your Brain On Joy
The Word of Promise The Gift of Psalms
On 2/24 Alicia wrote: The Gift of Psalms has excerpts from 50 psalms along with a devotional for each. Also included in this gift set is three cds with 30 of the Psalms & devotionals dramatized by various celebrities. Because this book is the Psalms, you can’t go wrong. However, I want to quickly address a couple of things ... Book Review: The Gift of Psalms
For The Tough Times
On 1/9 Alicia wrote: For These Tough Times, originally published as America Looks up, is written by Max Lucado. It is an 80-page book, about the size of your hand, and has the intent to teach us about "reaching toward heaven for hope & healing." It does not disappoint. Lucado begins presenting a question that David (and ... Book Review: For these Tough Times
Boomtown
On 12/23 Alicia wrote: Boomtown: Chang's Famous Fireworks, set around 1950, is a story about...well, several things actually. I have to admit, the biggest problem I had with the book is it's just trying to do too much. Kids will enjoy the antics of the townspeople and the various ways things go "boom"! But they won't understand ... Book Review...Boomtown: Chang's Famous Fireworks