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Six Bits
by
Michael Ringering (Goodreads Author)
Jack London Clarke has just issued a stunning ultimatum to his wife. Following a damaging confrontation over his suspected infidelity, he prepares to flee his suburban Chicago estate when a knock upon the front door delivers a most unlikely character, who sends Jack's personal life spinning out of control.
Consumed by a life of entitlement, excess and temptation, Jack has g...more
Consumed by a life of entitlement, excess and temptation, Jack has g...more
Paperback, First, 620 pages
Published
December 20th 2011
by Autumn Leaf Publishers
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Where do I begin with a novel that was so spectacular on so many levels? This novel was so emotive, thought-provoking and engaging I was unable to put it down for even a second due to the most original and mesmerizing storyline that I have encountered this year. The fluidity of the writing and use of language was perfect making this tale so atmospheric, realistic and truly believable that you ended up getting lost within. I absolutely loved the elements of surprise that kept you guessing through...more
Hmmm....well....the description of this book in no way prepares you for what it's really about although I'm kind of glad it didn't because I never would have downloaded it because I'm not usually attracted to this subject matter in book form. Thank goodness I did. Some of the subject matter will make you uneasy, but hang in there. There is a message. It is 600 pages, so I found it to be way too descriptive and dragging at times. But just when you get that "when will it or how will it end" feelin...more
"Jack London Clarke has just issued a stunning ultimatum to his wife. Following a damaging confrontation over his suspected infidelity, he prepares to flee his suburban Chicago estate when a knock upon the front door delivers a most unlikely character, who sends Jack’s personal life spinning out of control.
Consumed by a life of entitlement, excess, and temptation, Jack has grown ignorant to his own moral decay and his hardened heart has pushed the three women who love him most to the brink. When...more
Consumed by a life of entitlement, excess, and temptation, Jack has grown ignorant to his own moral decay and his hardened heart has pushed the three women who love him most to the brink. When...more
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six bits is an experience everyone will enjoy. The plot grabs the reader and pulls them through many life altering actions and decisions that are quite applicable to the average joe middle aged male. Makes one think about their past, the present, and the future. Also ignites personal actions by the reader to re-evaluate their daily lives and for the reader to search for what is the real meaning of being a good person. Changed me, give the book a look and I promise you will be prompted to conduct...more
Confession: I picked this book purely on the fact that it has one of the highest ratings on Goodreads I've ever seen. I trusted my fellow Goodreaders not to let me down. NOT disappointed! Where do I start...first of all, the description on the jacket does this book no justice. There was no mention of the religious overtones that come along later (which I love, but was surprised about). I liken the first part of this book to the TV series "Lost"...you're not really sure what is happening or where...more
Reading Six Bits was an incredible and emotional journey. I enjoyed this novel tremendously, as it kept me guessing the outcome all the way to very last sentence. The character development is amazing, and the dialogue will keep you turning the pages. This is one of the best books I've ever read, and if I had to compare it to another book, I would say it rivals John Grisham's best work - A Time to Kill.
"Six Bits" by Michael Ringering. A modern day mystery story with the writting of a Charles Dickens era. Michael's descriptive writting makes you feel the main character's emotional journey. I was hooked from the beginning to the end of a story of hope and redemption. I highly recommend this book. Can't wait for Michael's next novel.
Hmmm well I can't give it five stars. I bought it based on the reviews and was pretty disappointed. Ok the last part of the book (finally) moves along and sorts the story out but the whole thing is a bit like a combination of a 'saved by religion' story meets Wizard of Oz. A bit too weird for my liking.
I found the first half of the book dragged, and yes the ending did make me cry but I certainly didn't feel satisfaction at the plot, in fact I think I found it odd and rather contrived.
It's not a...more
I found the first half of the book dragged, and yes the ending did make me cry but I certainly didn't feel satisfaction at the plot, in fact I think I found it odd and rather contrived.
It's not a...more
The first few chapters of this book really had me going; the main character reminded me of the Grinch but that's where the similarities end; the book takes different twists and turns and you kind of get riveted in the story. The author really did some tremendous work. I like the characters Jack and "Roo"; The saddest chapter is 25. The book is about 600 pages but you can read it quite fast. Hope the author writes more about Jack in another novel. Without a doubt it is an excellent book. Five sta...more
I liked this book. It was a very easy read with twists and turns that you may or may not see coming with everything neatly concluded at the end. If you are solidly spiritual and are open to the supernatural, then you will enjoy this book.
Jul 03, 2012
Nikita
marked it as to-read
Excellent read,though I haven't read it yet.
I won this book as a Goodreads First Read.
The heavy handed proselytizing grew tiring. If I want a sermon - I’ll go to church. The prose was long winded with a forced effort to use every 25 cent word in his arsenal – and this is from someone thrilled to have the opportunity to use “proselytizing” in a sentence!
If I hadn’t been reading it for book club, I would have given up before page 50.
If I hadn’t been reading it for book club, I would have given up before page 50.
awful..couldn't finish which is rare for me. Didn't like the writing...some scenes went on and on. Can't figure out how this book got 5 stars...it was such a waste of money. I'm perplexed as to the rating as I just did not like the story line or how it played out.
I'll be honest - I nearly abandoned this book when it entered deep into the realms of fantasy. However, I'm glad I stuck with this emotional roller-coaster tale of redemption, forgiveness and finding one's real self. I've given it 4 stars but for me it's really 4.5 stars.
Sadly, I didn't like this book at all. I thought the writing, plot lines and characterizations were all overdone, overwrought and poorly portrayed.
I received this book for free from GoodReads.com.
I received this book for free from GoodReads.com.
What a total waste of time.
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Michael Ringering was born in Alton, Ill. in 1965, and raised in nearby East Alton, Ill., where he graduated from East Alton-Wood River Community High School in 1984. He attended Murray State University (MSU) in Murray, Ky., earning his bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1989.
He and his wife, Dr. Teresa Baysden, relocated to the Chattanooga area in December 2005, where he accepted the...more
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