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When I first found out that Sigmund Brouwer's "Merlin's Instruments" was being followed by a sequel, I very impatiently waited for my copy to arrive. However, my anticipation was not met with the excitement I had built up for it. It wasn't bad,... [Read on]
This book took a little time for me to get into. It seemed very slow and muddled in the beginning. By the time I reached the halfway mark, it had perked my interest a little. I was really into the book by the time it had ended. Granted, it... [Read on]
Nick does an amazing job of telling his story and the obstacles that he overcame to get to where he is today. I first introduced Nick to our special education program through his video No Arms, No Legs, No Worries. Our kids were inspired that... [Read on]
Emma Wagner is trapped. Feeling constricted by the restrictions of Bethel, Missouri, she defies the communities leader and chooses to marry whomever she pleases. In this small community of those who want to live a simple life, her rebellion is... [Read on]
When I finished the first book in Sigmund Brower’s “Merlin’s Immortals” series, I was eager for book two to arrive and it has not disappointed. “Fortress of Mist” picks up the story from “The Orphan King” and continues to run at a wonderful pace... [Read on]
Fortress of Mist is book two of the Merlin's Immortals series. The story follows Thomas, an orphan who has just retaken control of his family's kingdom of Mangus. Thomas is immediately approached by a mysterious group, bearing a strange symbol,... [Read on]
What an absolutely delightful book to read! The front cover says "how one ordinary family traded the American dream for God's greater purpose" and I really enjoyed finding out how that happened and why. I appreciated how real this book was,... [Read on]
Decisive: How to Make Better Choices in Life and Work by Chip Heath and Dan Heath breaks down our decision-making patterns and helps to identity the problems of our narrow points of view. It’s a business book, but it can be read to help someone... [Read on]
The Winnowing Season by Cindy Woodsmall The Winnowing Season by Cindy Woodsmall is the second installment of the Amish Vines and Orchards series. Rhoda Byler and her brother and his family have joined forces with the King brothers’ family to... [Read on]
I came to the end of this little eBook much quickly than I thought I would, even though I was well aware of its length. It was an easy read and held my interest to the very end, but also a disappointment. I expected more from Hodgson after... [Read on]