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Rejoice (Redemption #4)
The Redemption series won "Christian Retailing"'s 2005 Retailer's Choice Award for Best Series In addition, "Rejoice" was a 2005 Gold Medallion Award finalist This latest release in the Redemption series reunites readers with the continuing saga of the Baxter family. Brooke Baxter has achieved everything this world has to offer-a prestigious career, a beautiful home, and t...more
Paperback, 250 pages
Published
April 1st 2004
by Tyndale House Publishers
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This was the fourth book in the series. Ryan and Ashley were thinking it was finally time for them to be together. Not so. Ryan ended up in New York as a firefighter and Ashley stayed in Bloomington with her family and son and her job at the retirement home. Ryan was given a promotion and he accepted. This would keep him in New York longer than he originally planned. Ashley found out some bad medical news and so she really tried to stay away from Ryan and have him move on and find someone else....more
Rejoice is about rejoicing in all circumstances, and believing that God is there even in the tough times. The author points out that God doesn't promise to save you from difficulty - rather that He promised to walk WITH you through the valley of the shadow of death. This book was hard for me to read, because the circumstances of Hailey's tragedy were so close to those of my son Peter, who died. It brought back a lot of tough memories. And of course, Hailey lives, Peter didn't. In the book the ch...more
REJOICE, the fourth installment in the Reunion series had some definite highs, but also some lulls.
Centering on yet another Baxter child, Brooke Baxter West’s once fairytale life is now nothing more than routine and lackluster. Her marriage to Peter has fallen into a dysfunctional pattern. Distance and aloofness seems to be all they have in common. But when every parent’s nightmare strikes, and their daughter, Hayley is fighting for her life, Brooke no longer focuses on her marriage. And for Pet...more
Centering on yet another Baxter child, Brooke Baxter West’s once fairytale life is now nothing more than routine and lackluster. Her marriage to Peter has fallen into a dysfunctional pattern. Distance and aloofness seems to be all they have in common. But when every parent’s nightmare strikes, and their daughter, Hayley is fighting for her life, Brooke no longer focuses on her marriage. And for Pet...more
I love these books, I simply can't get enough of Karen Kingsbury.
Doubt has a way of creeping into dark times, many times we all have doubts when things don't always go our way. Sometimes we wonder why that is but I believe it is the enemy. Luke, and Mr. Baxter have been through this and it was encouraging to see that I wasn't the only one.
This book was full of great reminders to rejoice and be joyful in times of trials, this doesn't mean we're not sad or can't cry but to go through the pain wi...more
Doubt has a way of creeping into dark times, many times we all have doubts when things don't always go our way. Sometimes we wonder why that is but I believe it is the enemy. Luke, and Mr. Baxter have been through this and it was encouraging to see that I wasn't the only one.
This book was full of great reminders to rejoice and be joyful in times of trials, this doesn't mean we're not sad or can't cry but to go through the pain wi...more
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Dec 15, 2009
Hannah Austin
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Brooke Baxter has a great life going for her. She is very confident in her work. At a birthday party she must leave and has her husband look after her daughters. She returns seeing an ambulance in the drive way and her older daughter on the stretcher. She had almost drowned, but they saved her in time. She has severe brain damage and will never recover fully. Brooke blames her husband for this accident. She will never forgive him for turning his back for a second. They separate for a little whil...more
Book #4 in the series focuses mainly on the oldest child, Brooke and her family. The other sibling's story lines continue side by side. I felt as though some plot lines concluded a bit quickly, while some others are being drawn out for quite a while. On the whole, I have enjoyed this series. A regular family facing what could be devatating problems and trials, and learning to rely on their faith to pull them through.
My favorite quote from this book: "...The 23rd Psalm says he'll walk with us t...more
My favorite quote from this book: "...The 23rd Psalm says he'll walk with us t...more
Inmiddels is deel vier van de Baxter serie ook alweer uit en ik kan nu wel zeggen dat deze serie verslavend is. Wat een prachtige romans, allemaal stuk voor stuk hoewel sommige delen net iets beter zijn dan de anderen. Zo vond ik deze net iets minder dan deel twee en drie maar wel weer beter dan deel één. Ik ben enorm benieuwd naar deel vijf want volgens alle reacties is dit boek het meest ontroerend. Ik ben er klaar voor...alleen jammer dat ik daarna afscheid moet nemen van de Baxters.
I love the Baxter series of books. I thought this was one of the best in the Baxter series so far. I love reading about the family and how they depend on God for so much, to get them through tough times. This book, Rejoice, focuses on rejoicing despite your circumstances and always have joy in the Lord, knowing he is the author of life and is totally in control our our lives. It is easy for me to forget that as I go through my daily routine. The books are inspiring and encourage me to open my bi...more
Another phenomenal book by Karen Kingsbury. This one mostly followed the lives of Peter and Brooke, who have two daughters -- Maddie and Hayley. Their marriage is falling apart and when tragedy hits their family... a lot more than their marriage suffers.
There are a lot of opinions on the way Kingsbury writes. She doesn't play around with the Christian themes and can be quite hardcore. But I like that about her. She is completely real and honest and hold-no-prisoners with her approach.
There are a lot of opinions on the way Kingsbury writes. She doesn't play around with the Christian themes and can be quite hardcore. But I like that about her. She is completely real and honest and hold-no-prisoners with her approach.
I read these a while ago, but I read all of the 3 connected series. This book really stood out to me. All of the stories of the Baxter siblings are touching in their own ways, but the struggle this couple goes through with their daughter is the one I can remember the best because it made such an impact on me. Kingsbury does a great job in showing how we want to react to tragic situations as humans versus how Christ says we should react to them.
Jan 09, 2013
Diane U
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This was a great part of the story of the Baxter family. Brooke and Peter have been having a difficult marriage and when their daughter Hayley has an accident that changes her forever, there is no turning back. Peter blames himself and removes himself from Brooke and their two children. Meanwhile, Ashley is trying to move on with her life without Landon. Luke and Reagan are getting married in NYC on Christmas Eve. What will happen with Brooke and Peter? Will Hayley ever recover? What will become...more
I have enjoyed the Baxters series. This fourth book deals with some tough issues and the power of faith when one sweet child drowns while at a party. It makes you wonder just how you would react in a similar situation. I did think it was fun to follow the other family members continuing story lines at the time--good thoughts about relationships and what real love is.
This was my least favorite of the Redemption series books. The others I've been able to read within a few hours. I just couldn't put them down. This one was NOT the case. I dredged through it over the course of a week or more. I couldn't get into or accept the Hailey situation. The Ashley/Landon situation is the only thing that kept it interesting.
Love the way Karen writes. Weaving fictional characters into real-life scenarios you feel as if the created people are your family. Karen leaves you wanting more so you run out and buy her next book and again she leaves you wanting more, over and over again. Will this wanting ever stop? Not for Karen's fans, we will read anything she scribbles on a page.
Weer een geweldig mooi boek,waar ik zeker een traantje bij heb moeten laten,wat niet snel gebeurd bij mij.
Ik denk dat in ieder boek wat door Karen is geschreven wel een personage zit die iemand aanspreekt of raakt.
Bij mij is dat toch Aslhey,om de één of andere reden zet deze personage je aan het denken bij bepaalde dingen zeker in het verleeghuis.
Ieder boek heeft één persoon in de hoofdrol maar toch leer je hierdoor de rest van de familie steeds beter kennen,en worden ook die verhalen steeds boe...more
Ik denk dat in ieder boek wat door Karen is geschreven wel een personage zit die iemand aanspreekt of raakt.
Bij mij is dat toch Aslhey,om de één of andere reden zet deze personage je aan het denken bij bepaalde dingen zeker in het verleeghuis.
Ieder boek heeft één persoon in de hoofdrol maar toch leer je hierdoor de rest van de familie steeds beter kennen,en worden ook die verhalen steeds boe...more
With each book I read in the series, I get more and more hooked. Even though I know it's fiction, there's something refreshing and uplifting about reading about love and having God in the middle of it. I love the messages that these books give you.
Number 4 in the Baxter family series - mostly focused on Brooke and Peter, their marriage and how it was affected by an accident involving one of their daughters - main theme of story was rejoicing regardless of circumstances in life
I'm really enjoying this series and becoming quit vested in the Baxter family. I do need to take a break from these books from time to time though. This family goes through so much, it is just hard to absorb at times. I love the way they lean on Christ during each crisis and I love the bonds each member has with the others. The family dynamics are very believable.
There are 3 different series about this family. When I first picked up the books I started with the last series and didn't realize it. I was still able to go back and read the first series and be just as intrigued.
I love these books by Karen Kingsbury. I read through the entire Baxter family series and feel like I know these people personally. I've been inspired and drawn closer to God through these stories.
This one had a rather far-fetched story line, and the ends were wrapped up too neatly. Some events simply weren't believable, which detracted from the overall message and theme that was being presented.
Feb 14, 2011
Barbara Hanna
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A great book about forgiveness of others and yourself.It is also a realistic picture of Christian and how they are not perfect, but forgiven. It is part of the Baxter family series.
I really enjoyed it.
I really enjoyed it.
This Baxter book focuses on Brooke, the eldest daughter, and the challenge of recovering from an accident. Drug abuse is also addressed. Additional story line continues regarding Ashley. I really liked the theme of finding joy and peace through challenges.
Oh my goodness I think I liked this one better than the other 3. Even tho I did like books 1,2,3 also this one I cried through the whole book. Can't wait to read book 5
Christian novel about the struggles of a family and their abilities to move beyond their trials. So well written that I want to read the rest of her books.
This book's focus wasn't where I thought it would be, but still a riveting story. I can hardly wait to read the last book of the series and see where everyone ends up at that point.
Aug 03, 2011
Lynn
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I enjoyed the entire Redemption series. They are easy to read books. It is hard not to get caught up in the family and their lives.
Number four in the series! You would think I would get tired of them - all about the same family but I can't wait to get number 5!
I love this who series! They definitely made a big impact on my life.... It feels like they are real and your sitting right with them!!!(:
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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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