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May 20th 2008
by Multnomah Fiction
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Paperback, 304 pages
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1590527550
(isbn13: 9781590527559)
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Cheerio, Sisterchicks!
SISTERCHICK® n: a friend who shares the deepest wonders of your heart, loves you like a sister, and pro...more
SISTERCHICK® n: a friend who shares the deepest wonders of your heart, loves you like a sister, and pro...more
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QUESTION: “Do you know what the dearest kindness is that a woman can offer herself in the autumn of her years?
ANSWER: “It is the gift of giving herself permission to take risks.”
Robin Gunn goes on to explain “That’s when I understood that sometimes a hibernating dream or a dormant wish might…be nudged right up to the cliff’s edge of possibility… In that risk taking moment, the wish just might discover it’s wings and fly.” I am on the verge of such a risk taking moment....more
ANSWER: “It is the gift of giving herself permission to take risks.”
Robin Gunn goes on to explain “That’s when I understood that sometimes a hibernating dream or a dormant wish might…be nudged right up to the cliff’s edge of possibility… In that risk taking moment, the wish just might discover it’s wings and fly.” I am on the verge of such a risk taking moment....more
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Read in June, 2008
One of my favorite quotes of this book: "It was time to stop and smell the history of this place." Whether on a trip to a close or far away place, we all should take the time to know where we are at, in every way!
The greatest thing we can offer ourselves: "It is the gift of giving herself permission to take risks." What risks are there for each of us to take and grow from? What have we gained from our past risks taken? What regrets for risks not taken?
We all have drea...more
The greatest thing we can offer ourselves: "It is the gift of giving herself permission to take risks." What risks are there for each of us to take and grow from? What have we gained from our past risks taken? What regrets for risks not taken?
We all have drea...more
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Read in July, 2008
recommended to Margaret by:
CFBArecommends it for: women in need of a vacation
When I first picked up this book I was a little skeptical, because I'm an early twenty-something and I was unsure just how exciting a book about two best friend fifty-four year old women could be for me in particular. Well, it doesn't matter their age, the story and the message was wonderful.
The only European trip I have ever had was a five day fabulous exploration to London with my sister. It was a last minute trip (back when you could make last minute flights) and is the best vacation tha...more
The only European trip I have ever had was a five day fabulous exploration to London with my sister. It was a last minute trip (back when you could make last minute flights) and is the best vacation tha...more
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Read in May, 2008
This was a nice story and I very much enjoyed the travel parts of the book and how she wove in history and famous authors (CS Lewis, John Newton and others)....but, having just read Ooh La La with so much great "Soul Care" .... I missed the abundance of Sisterchick "golden nuggets" that I got out of the other book.
One character loved British lit...which I enjoy, too. She listed some books that I've not read: Shakespear's Twelfth Night, Sir Arthur Conan Doyles's Shirlo...more
One character loved British lit...which I enjoy, too. She listed some books that I've not read: Shakespear's Twelfth Night, Sir Arthur Conan Doyles's Shirlo...more
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Read in July, 2008
As usual I love anything and everything written by Robin Jones Gunn. She is a great Christian writer and I love how the Sisterchicks series weaves friendship, travel and God's workings in our lives together so seamlessly. If you've never read any of her work, please try any of it. The Sierra Jensen series is more for pre-teens, Christy Miller & Katie Weldon series are for teenagers and college-age (though I still love them as I first read them at that age and they still remain great reads), ...more
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Read in June, 2008
I ordered this book to read when my cousin and I took our trip to "go Brit." Delays on the part of the publisher mean I've actually got a copy in hand over a year after I've returned.
I was dissappointed in this book. Gunn spent too much time making this like a frustrating travelog. Not a lot of time on the winsome character development that makes these fluffy books charming. I didn't see a lot of growth in the charaters -- and their misfortunes (rather than being brought on by ...more
I was dissappointed in this book. Gunn spent too much time making this like a frustrating travelog. Not a lot of time on the winsome character development that makes these fluffy books charming. I didn't see a lot of growth in the charaters -- and their misfortunes (rather than being brought on by ...more
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Read in June, 2008
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Kristin Friendsrecommends it for: Women
Another fun story, interwoven with real life lessons and challenges pertaining to our journeys with God. I enjoyed the British details, what it is like to travel there. I was not sure whether to give this one 3 or 4 stars until the ending particularly endeared this story to me. I also liked the way Liz narrates this 2 years after their trip, and the follow-up she gives. But, you have to read it to find out. Last thing I liked was the deep red book cover! (The photo on Goodreads shows it as...more
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Read in June, 2008
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Kristin Friend
I liked this book for its descriptions of the British countryside and famous landmarks. I would love to see it. It was interesting to see the way such ancient sights and grand history exist side by side with everyday, modern life (like the tubes). To read about buildings over a thousand years old, built to glorify God and magnify His name, makes you feel very insignificant.
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I liked it but it wasn't my favorite Sisterchicks book. I thought that some of the lessons the ladies learned from God during the book could've gone deeper than what was talked about. I really enjoyed reading about all the adventures they had and the places they visited in England especially now that I'm so close to that country.
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Read in July, 2008
This book made me want to go to Britain! I want to go to Oxford to see where CS Lewis and Tolkien lived as well as London to see the sights. Before reading this book I was just "ok" on Europe. Now, I think I'm sold!
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Read in June, 2008
I love the Sisterchicks novels. This one visits Britain and it makes me want to go to England again. I never made it to Windsor Castle.
This is a happy, upbeat novel and it brought a smile.
This is a happy, upbeat novel and it brought a smile.
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Read in July, 2008
If you're a woman who yearns to travel with your best bud, these books are for you. I've read them all as they come out and think she is an adorable writer.
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Read in June, 2008
I have this on hold at the library and can't wait to read it. If this book holds up to the others it will be great.
Another great read in this series :)
Another great read in this series :)
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Read in August, 2008
Cute! Makes you want to have tea every day. Any woman with good friends (sisterchicks) can relate to this uplifting book.
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Read in June, 2008
Typical book in this series. If you liked the others, you'll like this one. Reminded me of my trip to England many years ago.
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Read in June, 2008
I have loved Robin Jones Gunn since I was a pre-teen! I'm glad she's still writing fun, lighthearted books with spiritual insight.
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Read in September, 2008
Christian chick lit - I would have thought it was a contradiction in terms, but I really enjoyed this book!
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Read in February, 2008
Good spiritual content, but read more like a British travelogue than a fiction tale.
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I love this series! It is so fun! Makes me want to travel with my best friend!
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