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The Day That You Choose
Miss Bosco
2021 Finalist
24 Pages
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Children - Christian
Reviewed by Amy Louise Hill for Readers' Favorite
The Day That You Choose, written and illustrated by Miss Bosco, is an educational book for young children. The story is told by a cute giraffe who explains how to deal with the many emotions a child can experience. This book teaches different techniques your child can use to combat any emotions they may be feeling. The Day That You Choose will be extremely useful and I recommend this book to any parent who wishes to prepare their child for this stage in their life. Pick up a copy today to make a change for the better.
"Wow" is the first thing I said to myself when I began reading this amazing book. Miss Bosco has packed The Day That You Choose with numerous helpful insights into the emotions children go through, and how they can deal with them. This is by far one of the best books I've had the pleasure to read. It is so informative and well-written, and I just know children will be able to use the coping methods easily. Although this book is aimed at children, I feel parents/guardians will be able to benefit from it also. Miss Bosco has chosen rhyme to tell her story and it works perfectly in helping the reader remember what they have just read. The illustrations are adorable, professional, and detailed. I enjoyed this book so much and I will certainly be reading it again. I hope Miss Bosco continues to write more books like this one.
The Day That You Choose, written and illustrated by Miss Bosco, is an educational book for young children. The story is told by a cute giraffe who explains how to deal with the many emotions a child can experience. This book teaches different techniques your child can use to combat any emotions they may be feeling. The Day That You Choose will be extremely useful and I recommend this book to any parent who wishes to prepare their child for this stage in their life. Pick up a copy today to make a change for the better.
"Wow" is the first thing I said to myself when I began reading this amazing book. Miss Bosco has packed The Day That You Choose with numerous helpful insights into the emotions children go through, and how they can deal with them. This is by far one of the best books I've had the pleasure to read. It is so informative and well-written, and I just know children will be able to use the coping methods easily. Although this book is aimed at children, I feel parents/guardians will be able to benefit from it also. Miss Bosco has chosen rhyme to tell her story and it works perfectly in helping the reader remember what they have just read. The illustrations are adorable, professional, and detailed. I enjoyed this book so much and I will certainly be reading it again. I hope Miss Bosco continues to write more books like this one.
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The Flight of the Schimmerplotz
Alias Brains and Brawn Book 1
Charles A. Salter
2021 Gold Medal
212 Pages
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Christian - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Tammy Ruggles for Readers' Favorite
The Flight of the Schimmerplotz: Alias Brains and Brawn Book 1 by Charles A. Salter is a Christian thriller bursting with fun, excitement, and humor. This short work will have you speeding through the pages in no time, all the while entertaining you and keeping you invested in an interesting story of biblical proportions. The suspenseful mystery begins with a shimmering but deadly window hovering in Battery Park. It terrifies Brex, aka Dr. Brains Herndon, and his goddaughter Sara. Brex is the smartest human in the universe. Brex and his partner/bodyguard/best friend Agent Jacks "Brawn" Rigalto (Sara's father) work for the Cosmic Intelligence Group, which is part of the US Space Force, and together they find out that a hostile takeover of the world is underway, with origins that go back to the Tower of Babel. This window is a time-traveling window that transports them to different times in history, where they work to solve the conspiracy and conquer lethal creatures and humanlike giants in order to save the world.
Salter uses an energetic style to combine the ancient with the futuristic, resulting in a dynamic-duo tale that has you guessing and giggling all the way. This author's imagination is what really drives the story, and you'll find yourself caught up in the plot right away. The sense of humor sets this book apart from most other time travel/space fantasy adventures, which is a breath of fresh air. The unique characters are clearly defined and full of life and quirks, the pacing is just right for this type of story, and the suspense is well-timed. The fact that the story reaches back to the Tower of Babel will appeal to anyone familiar with the account and is the centerpiece of the story. I like that the plot is easy to follow and that the author takes time to introduce us to the characters and their families/home life, and of course BigBear their dog. The bond the characters have with one another is appealing, especially between Brex and Jacks--alpha male and diminutive genius are best friends. The Flight of the Schimmerplotz by Charles A. Salter is a great escape with heart and humor.
The Flight of the Schimmerplotz: Alias Brains and Brawn Book 1 by Charles A. Salter is a Christian thriller bursting with fun, excitement, and humor. This short work will have you speeding through the pages in no time, all the while entertaining you and keeping you invested in an interesting story of biblical proportions. The suspenseful mystery begins with a shimmering but deadly window hovering in Battery Park. It terrifies Brex, aka Dr. Brains Herndon, and his goddaughter Sara. Brex is the smartest human in the universe. Brex and his partner/bodyguard/best friend Agent Jacks "Brawn" Rigalto (Sara's father) work for the Cosmic Intelligence Group, which is part of the US Space Force, and together they find out that a hostile takeover of the world is underway, with origins that go back to the Tower of Babel. This window is a time-traveling window that transports them to different times in history, where they work to solve the conspiracy and conquer lethal creatures and humanlike giants in order to save the world.
Salter uses an energetic style to combine the ancient with the futuristic, resulting in a dynamic-duo tale that has you guessing and giggling all the way. This author's imagination is what really drives the story, and you'll find yourself caught up in the plot right away. The sense of humor sets this book apart from most other time travel/space fantasy adventures, which is a breath of fresh air. The unique characters are clearly defined and full of life and quirks, the pacing is just right for this type of story, and the suspense is well-timed. The fact that the story reaches back to the Tower of Babel will appeal to anyone familiar with the account and is the centerpiece of the story. I like that the plot is easy to follow and that the author takes time to introduce us to the characters and their families/home life, and of course BigBear their dog. The bond the characters have with one another is appealing, especially between Brex and Jacks--alpha male and diminutive genius are best friends. The Flight of the Schimmerplotz by Charles A. Salter is a great escape with heart and humor.
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The Boy Who Cried Christmas
Dennis Bailey
2021 Silver Medal
227 Pages
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Christian - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Donna Parrey for Readers' Favorite
The FBI is called in when a young boy disappears from his New York City high-rise apartment, and readers of The Boy Who Cried Christmas by Dennis Bailey are off on an adventure that might be described as “It’s a Wonderful Life” meets “Polar Express” meets “CSI: NY.” Nine-year-old Logan lives the rich-kid life, but kindness to a homeless vet sets off an unlikely string of events that brings Logan back in time to witness the birth of Jesus. Meanwhile, his parents are frantic, the police are perplexed, and FBI investigator, Marcus, is troubled by his own connection to the event. This book is a study in relationships … the increasing conflict between Logan’s parents, agent Marcus’s troubled past, the introduction of Wendell and the uncertainty about his intentions, and more.
Author Dennis Bailey holds the reader’s rapt attention by alternating the chapters between Logan’s experience in ancient Israel and current-day happenings back home. The Boy Who Cried Christmas excels in character development, and Logan’s sharing of his beloved Chick-Fil-A lunch with a homeless man is just the start. While the protagonist is a child, the FBI agent’s consideration of suicide, the threat of a beheading in Israel, and an atheist’s bomb-making research all contribute to a concept appropriate for mature readers. More importantly, Logan’s character arc is intriguing for readers to witness as he develops relationships with the shepherds. This is a Christmas story unlike no other. Yes, it’s a Christian theme, but the action in both New York City and ancient Israel will keep readers captivated through to the book’s stunning conclusion.
The FBI is called in when a young boy disappears from his New York City high-rise apartment, and readers of The Boy Who Cried Christmas by Dennis Bailey are off on an adventure that might be described as “It’s a Wonderful Life” meets “Polar Express” meets “CSI: NY.” Nine-year-old Logan lives the rich-kid life, but kindness to a homeless vet sets off an unlikely string of events that brings Logan back in time to witness the birth of Jesus. Meanwhile, his parents are frantic, the police are perplexed, and FBI investigator, Marcus, is troubled by his own connection to the event. This book is a study in relationships … the increasing conflict between Logan’s parents, agent Marcus’s troubled past, the introduction of Wendell and the uncertainty about his intentions, and more.
Author Dennis Bailey holds the reader’s rapt attention by alternating the chapters between Logan’s experience in ancient Israel and current-day happenings back home. The Boy Who Cried Christmas excels in character development, and Logan’s sharing of his beloved Chick-Fil-A lunch with a homeless man is just the start. While the protagonist is a child, the FBI agent’s consideration of suicide, the threat of a beheading in Israel, and an atheist’s bomb-making research all contribute to a concept appropriate for mature readers. More importantly, Logan’s character arc is intriguing for readers to witness as he develops relationships with the shepherds. This is a Christmas story unlike no other. Yes, it’s a Christian theme, but the action in both New York City and ancient Israel will keep readers captivated through to the book’s stunning conclusion.
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The Seventh Spark
Knights of the Trinity
J.B. Lion
2021 Finalist
173 Pages
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Christian - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Vincent Dublado for Readers' Favorite
The Seventh Spark: Knights of the Trinity by J.B. Lion is a highly entertaining graphic novel that looks like the offspring of a consumer magazine and a gamer’s manual guide. It paves the way to a new format in fiction influenced by the popularity of electronic games. The story opens in the dead of night as three mysterious beings meet to talk about the last two planets being protected by the Knights of the Trinity. One of these beings, the Reaper, claims that the realm of men is about to fall. He has a devious machination of igniting evil that will spread and infect life. Meanwhile, most of the knights have lost faith and confidence in the people that they protect, but they present their best-trained warriors when Artemus the Protector is killed and it precipitates a celestial war.
I found myself very invested in reading this graphic novel. The illustrations may not be on par with popular comic book illustrators, but they do the job and it saves you time from pouring too much energy into imagining what these fantastic beings look like. J.B. Lion has created an immersive world with likable characters in a narrative voice that is foreboding and poetic at the same time. The angels appear unique in the sense that they slightly deviate from the traditional preconceived images we have of them. For all we know, The Seventh Spark may be embodying a kind of power that is unknown to us during an earlier time. Reading this graphic novel offers a spiritual and philosophical question of whether or not humankind can still redeem its rightful place in paradise. I recommend this book for its creative and imaginary vision. It’s a totally unique reading experience.
The Seventh Spark: Knights of the Trinity by J.B. Lion is a highly entertaining graphic novel that looks like the offspring of a consumer magazine and a gamer’s manual guide. It paves the way to a new format in fiction influenced by the popularity of electronic games. The story opens in the dead of night as three mysterious beings meet to talk about the last two planets being protected by the Knights of the Trinity. One of these beings, the Reaper, claims that the realm of men is about to fall. He has a devious machination of igniting evil that will spread and infect life. Meanwhile, most of the knights have lost faith and confidence in the people that they protect, but they present their best-trained warriors when Artemus the Protector is killed and it precipitates a celestial war.
I found myself very invested in reading this graphic novel. The illustrations may not be on par with popular comic book illustrators, but they do the job and it saves you time from pouring too much energy into imagining what these fantastic beings look like. J.B. Lion has created an immersive world with likable characters in a narrative voice that is foreboding and poetic at the same time. The angels appear unique in the sense that they slightly deviate from the traditional preconceived images we have of them. For all we know, The Seventh Spark may be embodying a kind of power that is unknown to us during an earlier time. Reading this graphic novel offers a spiritual and philosophical question of whether or not humankind can still redeem its rightful place in paradise. I recommend this book for its creative and imaginary vision. It’s a totally unique reading experience.
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Both Sides of the Border
Terry Overton
2021 Finalist
344 Pages
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Christian - Fiction
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Both Sides of the Border is a work of realistic fiction penned by author Terry Overton. The work is suitable for the general reading audience and contains non-graphic references to drugs and violence. Written with a strong sense of faith and Christianity, this touching and often heart-breaking journey follows events on either side of the U.S./Mexico border as three young people try to flee from danger in Honduras and start a new life in the States. Dolores, Ernesto, and Emilio Sanchez fight for their survival in dubious partnerships, dangerous weather, and damning political difficulties. At the same time, newly graduated Ph.D. student Eva Jordan travels down into Mexico from the other side of the border to see firsthand the difficulties survivors and immigrants face.
Author Terry Overton brings to light many heartfelt and genuine pleas from the voiceless thousands trying to find freedom and peace in this world. Although the book is Christian in its morality and showcases characters who are bound tightly to their faith, you don’t have to be a religious reader to empathize with the desperation, hardship, and emotion of every harrowing moment of the Sanchez family’s journey. Having two women at the center of the action brings this emotional resonance home with even more power, and I especially felt for Dolores and the burdens she had to bear at the tender age of twenty. I thought the dialogue and cultural references were masterfully and sensitively penned to give the tale more personality and realism. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend Both Sides of the Border to any reader of contemporary drama who appreciates fine writing and souls laid bare.
Both Sides of the Border is a work of realistic fiction penned by author Terry Overton. The work is suitable for the general reading audience and contains non-graphic references to drugs and violence. Written with a strong sense of faith and Christianity, this touching and often heart-breaking journey follows events on either side of the U.S./Mexico border as three young people try to flee from danger in Honduras and start a new life in the States. Dolores, Ernesto, and Emilio Sanchez fight for their survival in dubious partnerships, dangerous weather, and damning political difficulties. At the same time, newly graduated Ph.D. student Eva Jordan travels down into Mexico from the other side of the border to see firsthand the difficulties survivors and immigrants face.
Author Terry Overton brings to light many heartfelt and genuine pleas from the voiceless thousands trying to find freedom and peace in this world. Although the book is Christian in its morality and showcases characters who are bound tightly to their faith, you don’t have to be a religious reader to empathize with the desperation, hardship, and emotion of every harrowing moment of the Sanchez family’s journey. Having two women at the center of the action brings this emotional resonance home with even more power, and I especially felt for Dolores and the burdens she had to bear at the tender age of twenty. I thought the dialogue and cultural references were masterfully and sensitively penned to give the tale more personality and realism. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend Both Sides of the Border to any reader of contemporary drama who appreciates fine writing and souls laid bare.
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Rough Way to the High Way
Kelly Mack McCoy
2021 Gold Medal
268 Pages
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Christian - General
Reviewed by Grace Masso for Readers' Favorite
Rough Way to the High Way by Kelly Mack McCoy is an inspirational novel that explores the workings of God’s grace in the ordinary and troubled life of a former pastor as he deals with an unbearable loss. After the murder of his wife, Georgia, Mack’s life as a pastor is upended, so he sells everything and buys a new Peterbilt truck. He leaves behind everything, even disconnecting from most people he has known in life, and sets out on the road trucking — a profession he enjoyed decades ago. Along the highway, as he leaves his town of Pampa behind and compelled by an inner voice, he picks a hitchhiker just where a sign says: Do Not Pickup Hitchhikers. Along the way, he encounters different characters, both good and bad, runs into trouble with police officers, deals with smugglers and a killer. While he has left behind his vocation and hometown, God has not left him as He provides tools for a new mission and opens Mack’s eyes to new ways of serving Him.
I loved this novel and the author’s unique gift for writing characters that are interesting and real. From the waitress Barb to the cops, Pipe Cleaner, and Round Face, to Agent Red Face, Mr. Tobacco, Rocky, Blondie, and Dr. Hashim, the author creates characters with a strong role in the story. They are humanly relatable and fleshed out. The quirkiness in the naming of characters is an element of the story that I liked. The story is filled with twists and turns, and the author develops plot points that are unexpected. Barb is one of my favorite characters; she is self-effacing, yet interesting in the way she opens Mack’s eyes to the real world. Rough Way to the High Way is cleverly plotted and written in exceptionally good prose. The story is filled with insightful moments and drama while offering strong spiritual lessons.
Rough Way to the High Way by Kelly Mack McCoy is an inspirational novel that explores the workings of God’s grace in the ordinary and troubled life of a former pastor as he deals with an unbearable loss. After the murder of his wife, Georgia, Mack’s life as a pastor is upended, so he sells everything and buys a new Peterbilt truck. He leaves behind everything, even disconnecting from most people he has known in life, and sets out on the road trucking — a profession he enjoyed decades ago. Along the highway, as he leaves his town of Pampa behind and compelled by an inner voice, he picks a hitchhiker just where a sign says: Do Not Pickup Hitchhikers. Along the way, he encounters different characters, both good and bad, runs into trouble with police officers, deals with smugglers and a killer. While he has left behind his vocation and hometown, God has not left him as He provides tools for a new mission and opens Mack’s eyes to new ways of serving Him.
I loved this novel and the author’s unique gift for writing characters that are interesting and real. From the waitress Barb to the cops, Pipe Cleaner, and Round Face, to Agent Red Face, Mr. Tobacco, Rocky, Blondie, and Dr. Hashim, the author creates characters with a strong role in the story. They are humanly relatable and fleshed out. The quirkiness in the naming of characters is an element of the story that I liked. The story is filled with twists and turns, and the author develops plot points that are unexpected. Barb is one of my favorite characters; she is self-effacing, yet interesting in the way she opens Mack’s eyes to the real world. Rough Way to the High Way is cleverly plotted and written in exceptionally good prose. The story is filled with insightful moments and drama while offering strong spiritual lessons.
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The Furnace of Affliction
How God Uses Our Pain and Suffering for His Purpose
Horace Williams Jr.
2021 Honorable Mention
122 Pages
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Christian - Living
Reviewed by Daniel D Staats for Readers' Favorite
Horace Williams Jr. has faced the fire. He has walked through the fire and the flood. Through the trials of life, Horace has learned the value and benefit of enduring affliction. He shares his acquired wisdom in his book The Furnace of Affliction. When Satan attacks us, God uses those negatives to build our faith and strengthen us. Horace authored this book to offer hope and encouragement to those suffering and walking through the fire themselves. Horace explains several reasons behind suffering and makes sure that the reader understands the importance of suffering in maturing. God is always in control and uses everything in our life for good to those who love Him. This book will help you understand the purpose and goal of suffering, give you purpose and direction, and bring glory to God.
In The Furnace of Affliction, author Horace Williams Jr. shares his life before his massive stroke and how God used that suffering and affliction to get his attention. While God tends to speak in a still, soft voice, He knows how to drop a ton of bricks on our heads if we don’t listen. God has a purpose in pain, and Horace graciously shares his story of how God has used - and is still using - pain to change him and bring honor and glory to God. Horace writes with compassion and grace, and most importantly he writes to instill hope. He seeks to draw his readers into the peace and comfort that our Father has given him, and readers will feel uplifted as a result of reading his words.
Horace Williams Jr. has faced the fire. He has walked through the fire and the flood. Through the trials of life, Horace has learned the value and benefit of enduring affliction. He shares his acquired wisdom in his book The Furnace of Affliction. When Satan attacks us, God uses those negatives to build our faith and strengthen us. Horace authored this book to offer hope and encouragement to those suffering and walking through the fire themselves. Horace explains several reasons behind suffering and makes sure that the reader understands the importance of suffering in maturing. God is always in control and uses everything in our life for good to those who love Him. This book will help you understand the purpose and goal of suffering, give you purpose and direction, and bring glory to God.
In The Furnace of Affliction, author Horace Williams Jr. shares his life before his massive stroke and how God used that suffering and affliction to get his attention. While God tends to speak in a still, soft voice, He knows how to drop a ton of bricks on our heads if we don’t listen. God has a purpose in pain, and Horace graciously shares his story of how God has used - and is still using - pain to change him and bring honor and glory to God. Horace writes with compassion and grace, and most importantly he writes to instill hope. He seeks to draw his readers into the peace and comfort that our Father has given him, and readers will feel uplifted as a result of reading his words.
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The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life
Two Survivors Reveal the 13 Golden Pearls They've Discovered
Allen Lycka
2021 Finalist
172 Pages
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Christian - Living
Reviewed by Deborah Lloyd for Readers' Favorite
When a person faces devastating life challenges, there is a choice about how to respond to adversity. Both authors of this book lived through a major difficulty (which each shares) and learned how to transform these frightening events into enriching life lessons. Dr. Allen Lycka and Harriet Tinka have written an inspirational, nonfictional work titled The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life: Two Survivors Reveal the 13 Golden Pearls They’ve Discovered. Each chapter describing a pearl begins with a story illustrating the main lesson. Numerous insightful quotations are sprinkled throughout the chapters. Written as a conversation between the two writers, the book will cause the reader to ponder deeply – and to smile often. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read.
One of the most fascinating aspects of this book is the in-depth sharing by each writer. There is an authentic honesty that reveals down-to-earth, relatable people. The pearls range from topic areas such as forgiveness and tenacity, balanced with laughter and enthusiasm. The timeliness of the book is also remarkable, as the current pandemic and its associated fears are also addressed. Again, this topic highlights the theme of how one responds to a negative situation is what is important. The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life, penned by Dr. Allen Lycka and Harriet Tinka, is a treasure chest full of eloquent and intriguing thoughts. This book would be perfect for anyone who struggles with life’s challenges, this year or any time. Best of all, more books by these two authors are planned!
When a person faces devastating life challenges, there is a choice about how to respond to adversity. Both authors of this book lived through a major difficulty (which each shares) and learned how to transform these frightening events into enriching life lessons. Dr. Allen Lycka and Harriet Tinka have written an inspirational, nonfictional work titled The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life: Two Survivors Reveal the 13 Golden Pearls They’ve Discovered. Each chapter describing a pearl begins with a story illustrating the main lesson. Numerous insightful quotations are sprinkled throughout the chapters. Written as a conversation between the two writers, the book will cause the reader to ponder deeply – and to smile often. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read.
One of the most fascinating aspects of this book is the in-depth sharing by each writer. There is an authentic honesty that reveals down-to-earth, relatable people. The pearls range from topic areas such as forgiveness and tenacity, balanced with laughter and enthusiasm. The timeliness of the book is also remarkable, as the current pandemic and its associated fears are also addressed. Again, this topic highlights the theme of how one responds to a negative situation is what is important. The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life, penned by Dr. Allen Lycka and Harriet Tinka, is a treasure chest full of eloquent and intriguing thoughts. This book would be perfect for anyone who struggles with life’s challenges, this year or any time. Best of all, more books by these two authors are planned!
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The Shut Door
Losing Me, Finding Him
MeShayle Lester
2021 Bronze Medal
250 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
The Shut Door: Losing Me, Finding Him is a work of non-fiction in the memoir, autobiographical and introspective writing sub-genres, and was penned by author MeShayle Lester. The work is intended for the general reading audience and discusses the emotional trauma and how one’s identity can be shaken by paternity news within the family. As the author recounts the incredible revelations following her discovery that her father of 37 years was not her biological father, so begins a journey of self-exploration and the search for answers. From questions of God and Christianity to the true nature of soul-searching, this is the story of a woman finding strength against the doors which have been closed to her in life.
Author MeShayle Lester has crafted a heartfelt and harrowing work of non-fiction, but one with plenty of renewed hope, strength, and faith to offer readers who persevere with it. I found the work to be well organized in its storytelling and recollection of some quite incredible circumstances. In terms of the presentation of the author, I found that the use of close narration created a deeper emotional resonance, and I felt that there was a raw, honest quality to the prose which makes it highly readable and emphasizes the true grief of the process all the more. This is sure to teach important lessons for others finding themselves in this position and seeking help from those above and around them. Overall, I would highly recommend The Shut Door: Losing Me, Finding Him to fans of deeply emotive writing styles, fascinating real-life family stories, and for anyone experiencing similar feelings everywhere.
The Shut Door: Losing Me, Finding Him is a work of non-fiction in the memoir, autobiographical and introspective writing sub-genres, and was penned by author MeShayle Lester. The work is intended for the general reading audience and discusses the emotional trauma and how one’s identity can be shaken by paternity news within the family. As the author recounts the incredible revelations following her discovery that her father of 37 years was not her biological father, so begins a journey of self-exploration and the search for answers. From questions of God and Christianity to the true nature of soul-searching, this is the story of a woman finding strength against the doors which have been closed to her in life.
Author MeShayle Lester has crafted a heartfelt and harrowing work of non-fiction, but one with plenty of renewed hope, strength, and faith to offer readers who persevere with it. I found the work to be well organized in its storytelling and recollection of some quite incredible circumstances. In terms of the presentation of the author, I found that the use of close narration created a deeper emotional resonance, and I felt that there was a raw, honest quality to the prose which makes it highly readable and emphasizes the true grief of the process all the more. This is sure to teach important lessons for others finding themselves in this position and seeking help from those above and around them. Overall, I would highly recommend The Shut Door: Losing Me, Finding Him to fans of deeply emotive writing styles, fascinating real-life family stories, and for anyone experiencing similar feelings everywhere.
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The Ambient Christ
The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality
Joseph C. Masterleo
2021 Finalist
362 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
The Ambient Christ: The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality by Joseph C. Masterleo is a book I have long wanted to read, only it wasn’t written yet. Finally it is here — a brilliantly articulated argument that reconciles science and faith, establishing the logical way in which one complements the other, and demonstrating that one does not necessarily imply the absence of the other. In this book, the author pulls the reader into uncharted waters as he explains the seamless connection between the visible and the invisible worlds, showing with convincing and logical arguments that there is a new synthesis that explains the unity of science and religion. Readers will understand the link between the biblical narrative of creation and science and evolution. This synthesis demonstrates that the material and the spiritual worlds do merge and proposes an intelligent solution to the mysteries of the incarnation and the secrets of the Holy Grail that have never before been revealed. That unity is Christ!
There was a period in the Church’s history when the free spirit of scientific inquiry was systematically and ruthlessly stifled, and for centuries, science was considered as opposing religion. The dialogue between science and religion is a recent endeavor, one that was amplified by Pope John Paul II. This book is a giant leap in the direction of that dialogue and Joseph C. Masterleo comes across as a master in the field. The Ambient Christ is well-researched, filled with scientific and historical facts, and observations that are mind-boggling. The author does an impeccable job of uncovering trends and belief systems, capturing the religious climates of the different periods in writing that is fluid and excellent. Some of the observations in this book will have readers rethinking their approach to religion and science. The Ambient Christ: The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality is a pioneering work that defines the spirituality of the future and establishes the place of Christ in that spirituality; it offers a fresh perspective in understanding the salvific mission of Christ as the unifying principle.
The Ambient Christ: The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality by Joseph C. Masterleo is a book I have long wanted to read, only it wasn’t written yet. Finally it is here — a brilliantly articulated argument that reconciles science and faith, establishing the logical way in which one complements the other, and demonstrating that one does not necessarily imply the absence of the other. In this book, the author pulls the reader into uncharted waters as he explains the seamless connection between the visible and the invisible worlds, showing with convincing and logical arguments that there is a new synthesis that explains the unity of science and religion. Readers will understand the link between the biblical narrative of creation and science and evolution. This synthesis demonstrates that the material and the spiritual worlds do merge and proposes an intelligent solution to the mysteries of the incarnation and the secrets of the Holy Grail that have never before been revealed. That unity is Christ!
There was a period in the Church’s history when the free spirit of scientific inquiry was systematically and ruthlessly stifled, and for centuries, science was considered as opposing religion. The dialogue between science and religion is a recent endeavor, one that was amplified by Pope John Paul II. This book is a giant leap in the direction of that dialogue and Joseph C. Masterleo comes across as a master in the field. The Ambient Christ is well-researched, filled with scientific and historical facts, and observations that are mind-boggling. The author does an impeccable job of uncovering trends and belief systems, capturing the religious climates of the different periods in writing that is fluid and excellent. Some of the observations in this book will have readers rethinking their approach to religion and science. The Ambient Christ: The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality is a pioneering work that defines the spirituality of the future and establishes the place of Christ in that spirituality; it offers a fresh perspective in understanding the salvific mission of Christ as the unifying principle.
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