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Return (Redemption #3)
The Redemption series won "Christian Retailing"'s 2005 Retailer's Choice Award for Best Series This touching novel reunites readers with the Baxter family and focuses on the only Baxter son, Luke. He is determined to leave his faith and his past behind and embrace a new, free-thinking future. But what he doesn't realize is that his past holds a secret even he doesn't know....more
Paperback, 384 pages
Published
September 5th 2003
by Tyndale House Publishers
(first published September 1st 2003)
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I read this book in one day. I really love this series! The Baxter family is just wonderful.
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The Baxter's only son, Luke, walks away from the faith and God he's always known. He also walks away from the only woman he's ever loved. But there's a problem with that....he doesn't know that the one night they gave into temptation resulted in a baby. But one member of the Baxter family does know the truth and she has a secret of her own...one that is forever life changing. Will Luke ever return to the Baxters and the faith he's always known? And will the events of September 11th have a young...more
Dec 15, 2009
Hannah Austin
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Luke Baxter slept with his fiance on the night of 9/11. Her father had tried to call that night, but she did not answer because of what they were doing. She gets a call the next morning saying that her father had died in the twin towers. She goes to New York to be with her mother. Luke abandons her and goes over the edge. He starts sleeping with a lot of different girls and does not care about his Christian attitude. The Baxters are very afraid of his new behavior and try to help him. This only...more
Luke, the golden boy of the Baxter clan has drifted far from his family in the wake of the devastation of 9/11. But his family doesn’t know the personal toll Luke is dealing with and Luke has no intentions of telling them. Turning his back on everything he’s ever believed, his new beliefs have him living and experiencing things he never would’ve approved of just a few short months previous. But, his new life is shaken by the choices made by the woman he lives with, and by the secrets of the woma...more
What a wonderful book about secound chances. Luke and his girlfriend Reagen had intended to stay pure until married. One night they went to far. Reagans father had called her and she did not answer. The next morning was September 11. It changed both of them forever. Reagan and Luke hardly spoke and were akward the next day. Reagan flew to New York to be close to her mother while they waited for word on her father. Luke turned away from his family and religion. He met a girl that did not believe...more
Aug 03, 2011
Brooke
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Ever since I started reading these books I have started talking with God more. I feel like maybe I'm getting closer to Him, learning more about Him and his ways. This book was VERY good, of course I had tearful moments. It taught that though God allows bad things to happen that doesnt mean He caused them. It talks about Sept. 11 in here...and many ask how can God allow that to happen to those innocent people. But He knew the day and hour that they would be called home and it just happened that a...more
One reason I don't read serial novels (or watch the show "Lost") is that as they progress, the plots become increasingly convoluted in order to keep the reader engaged in the story and turning the pages. So I'm not going to read the other two books in this series because the events and circumstances that take place in this family are looking less like every-day life. Where the first book began with one uncomplicated yet heartbreaking plot twist, this book leaves off with a number of inexplicable...more
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The voyage of Luke and Ashley Baxter portrayed in the book is one that resonates, primarily because so many, including me sometimes, have trouble understanding how God can allow so many horrible things to happen in a world under His control. Luke walks away from his Christian life to find emptiness, due to 9/11. But later books in the series make clear that Luke's faith wasn't really faith at all, but rather a Pharisaical works based idea of God, which just doesn't work. Ashley has similar ideas...more
This book focuses on Luke, the only boy in the Baxter family. In book #2, Luke was very quick to judge and say when someone was "right" or "wrong." In this novel, 9/11 has happened and has had an affect on everyone. Throughout the book, there is a big "secret" no one is aware of that has caused Luke to question and challenge everything he has ever believed in, including his religion.
-After thinking he has lost Reagan forever, he quickly moves on to another girl and ends up living with her to tr...more
-After thinking he has lost Reagan forever, he quickly moves on to another girl and ends up living with her to tr...more
The baby of the Baxter family, Luke, has left his family and all he has ever believed. Can and will the 'prodigal son' return?
One thing that I found to be 'painted' so clearly in this book was the fact that Luke has become a "free thinker"- think outside the box, do whatever feels right at the moment, if you want to be involved with more than one person at a time that's okay, let go of those 'archaic-religious-strangling' morals that you've been raised with. etc... Luke is adamant that his fa...more
One thing that I found to be 'painted' so clearly in this book was the fact that Luke has become a "free thinker"- think outside the box, do whatever feels right at the moment, if you want to be involved with more than one person at a time that's okay, let go of those 'archaic-religious-strangling' morals that you've been raised with. etc... Luke is adamant that his fa...more
So far this is definitely the weak link in the Redemption Series. I don't really expect much of this series other than to entertain, give me some sighable romantic moments and perhaps teach a few thought-worthy christian principles. The first two delivered as promised. However, the resolution in Return was just a little too quick and pat for me. Towards the end of the book every conversation was one that the characters had already had at least two or three times before. And I really couldn't get...more
Weer een ontzettend mooi boek over de familie Baxter. Het valt me op dat er in ieder boek heftige onderwerpen aan te pas komen. In het vorig deel ging het voornamelijk over alzheimer en 11 september. In dit boek gaat het over abortus, tegen je familie keren en het vreselijke bericht wat Ashley krijgt (hier ga ik verder niet op in, omdat ik anders teveel vrij geef over het boek). Allemaal onderwerpen waar je dan ook over na gaat denken...
Ik word ook steeds nieuwsgieriger naar de andere boeken va...more
Ik word ook steeds nieuwsgieriger naar de andere boeken va...more
Dec 16, 2007
Mackenzie
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone who's heart melts from an emotional book
This book, the third in the Redemption series, is about forgiving personal mistakes and returning to those you love and the faith you belong to. In this book, the only son, Luke Baxter struggles from losing the love of his life, Reagan and along with his faith and his family. After the tragic accident of September 11th, it changes Luke's whole entire life. On the day before the attacks, Luke and Reagan were watching t.v. when the phone rang and Reagan ignored the call. If only Reagan had picked...more
Wat een prachtige roman! Vond ik deel 1 nog wat te geromantiseerd, deel 2 erg mooi en ontroerend maar deel drie vind ik tot nu toe de mooiste, maar ik heb gelukkig nog twee delen te gaan dus dat kan nog veranderen.
Het is zo ontzettend mooi geschreven, je gaat er helemaal in mee, je zou haast gaan vergeten dat de Baxters helemaal niet bestaan. Nadat ik deel vier en vijf gelezen heb, ga ik me toch eens verder verdiepen in de overige boeken van Karen Kingsbury, jeetje wat een topschrijfster!
Het is zo ontzettend mooi geschreven, je gaat er helemaal in mee, je zou haast gaan vergeten dat de Baxters helemaal niet bestaan. Nadat ik deel vier en vijf gelezen heb, ga ik me toch eens verder verdiepen in de overige boeken van Karen Kingsbury, jeetje wat een topschrijfster!
Once again, the Baxter family does not disappoint. I'm a huge fan, and am literally racing through each book in this series. Yes, I'm hooked!! Luke is every child who's seemed 'easy' to raise. Charismatic, handsome, on his way to a perfect life. And then, reality plays equalizer. He gets his conviction, and his faith, knocked out from under him so hard, and so swift, he's left to question everything. I ached for every moment he was apart from his family, and the confrontation with his father is...more
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This is a very powerful story - about a very interesting and delightful family - but as all families do...they have some issues they are working through...I liked this book alot! However, I had to read while keeping a tissue in my hand - it really triggered a lot of emotion in me! That was okay with me though...I can be pretty tender hearted. Kingsbury is an excellent write - and she keeps the action moving through-out her books.
I just finished #2 about 24 hours ago. Tonight I started on this one, #3, and could NOT put it down. Luke's a boy and I didn't figure that I would have much in common with him, besides how well could she keep this series up. I couldn't have been more wrong. It only gets better. It's 3:30 AM and I think I'm going to start #4, sleep can wait !!
This Baxter Book deals primarily with son Luke and how September 11th affects his life. It also continues with Ashley's life (which still is continued later, I hope!). This one is similar to the prodigal son and how choices affect others who love us. I like it as well, but I think the first book is still my very favorite!
Return was a really influential book to me. it tells the story of Luke, the only boy of five kids. It takes place over the course of 9/11 and goes into the story of him and his girlfriend. it tells of his run from god and eventually his journy back to christ. a very powerful book(:
Jan 02, 2013
Diane U
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In book #3 of the Redemption series by Karen Kingsbury, the story focuses on Luke, the youngest child and only son. Luke is leading a new life, one without his family, friends and faith. He is strongly against the ways and beliefs of his upbringing. When he learns about the changes in Reagan's life since she went back to New York City to be with her mother after her father dies in the World Trade Center Towers, will he change his ways? Ashley plays a major role in getting Luke back into the fami...more
It's amazing how a tragedy can either strengthen or tear apart what you truly believe in. The ups and downs Luke had to go through to realize what matters most in life are amazing. You'll laugh and cry and get antry with him and the situations he faces.
This book was interesting because it showed Luke's journey away from God, and how God reeled him right back in, slowly and surely. It was just amazing to see Luke's journey and how his heart changed throughout the book. Very eye opening.
Regan has a baby boy. Luke eventually finds his way bac to God & Regan Ryan & Kari marry.Ashley becomes a professional artist. Maddie's illness is found out & cured. Asshley discover she is HIV positive, but faith in God carries them thru.
Oct 20, 2011
Claire
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This was the third in the series on the Baxter Family. I really liked this book and think its my favorite so far. These books are addicting and make you want to keep reading the next in the series to find out what happens. I think I may take a break before reading Book 4, just to read something from another genre. But I will definitely go back to the Baxter family series! I'm enjoying them very much.
I was pretty frustrated with Luke throughout this book. I can't believe it took him so long to wake up. But I still like the series despite their extreme challenges and look forward to the next book.
I have not picked up a Karen Kingsbury book that I have not likes, but this one really sticks out in my mind as one of the best that I have read. The way that Luke is drawn off track is what happens to so many people and it makes me wish there were an easier way for people to be pulled back the way he was.
Loved it! I read the first two in this series last year, and moved on, but I loved this one. I couldn't put it down. Another heartwarming and inspiring read by Karen Kingsbury.
Brilliant book. These just keep getting better, in the series. This book was a modern day prodigal son story. Fantastic. I was crying on the train reading the ending....
Deep, thought-provoking story. I found it a little too dramatic - not as realistic as the others, but I'm enjoying the series.
Luke's reaction to his trials is so interesting.
Luke's reaction to his trials is so interesting.
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USA Today and New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury is America’s #1 inspirational novelist. There are more than 15 million copies of her award-winning books in print, including several million copies sold in the past year. Karen has written more than 40 novels, ten of which have hit #1 on national lists.
Karen has a true love for her readers, and she has nearly 1...more
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USA Today and New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury is America’s #1 inspirational novelist. There are more than 15 million copies of her award-winning books in print, including several million copies sold in the past year. Karen has written more than 40 novels, ten of which have hit #1 on national lists.
Karen has a true love for her readers, and she has nearly 1...more
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