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Bookends
Opposites attract? Maybe not.
Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people—of the same age, with the same faith, living in the same charming Pennsylvania town—could be.
She loves history; he loves new ideas. She sticks to the rules; he likes to break them. She’s into saving relics; he’s into saving souls. The one trait they share is a penchant for control...more
Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people—of the same age, with the same faith, living in the same charming Pennsylvania town—could be.
She loves history; he loves new ideas. She sticks to the rules; he likes to break them. She’s into saving relics; he’s into saving souls. The one trait they share is a penchant for control...more
Paperback, 352 pages
Published
May 4th 2005
by Multnomah Books
(first published 2000)
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So, I'm in the bookstore the week before Christmas. There's a few bucks of my shopping allowance left and Jeannie likes to read, so let's see what's available. I scan the shelves and my eye stops on a really classy cover design. It's got old books on it--which I'm a sucker for--so it's at least worth pulling off the shelf for a look-see.
Hmmm...Bookends. Clever title (I think). Let's see what else it's got going for it
Top endorsement reads, "Witty, charming, delightful". I cringe. All the testost...more
Hmmm...Bookends. Clever title (I think). Let's see what else it's got going for it
Top endorsement reads, "Witty, charming, delightful". I cringe. All the testost...more
Jul 17, 2010
Maire
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
adults, Christian Romance readers who want solid characters a good plot
Shelves:
2010-reads
My Ratings Translation:
* = Dropped it/hated it.
* * = Forced myself to finish/found difficult.
* * * = Interesting, but not likely to be cracked open again.
* * * * = Liked very much, and will be/has been re-read.
* * * * * = Loved, and has been worn to pieces
Please understand that this review reflects ONLY my opinion. I may have bad taste in books, but you are also entitled to your own erroneous opinion.
I'll be posting a longer and (hopefully) more in-depth review of this book on my blog, but I ju...more
* = Dropped it/hated it.
* * = Forced myself to finish/found difficult.
* * * = Interesting, but not likely to be cracked open again.
* * * * = Liked very much, and will be/has been re-read.
* * * * * = Loved, and has been worn to pieces
Please understand that this review reflects ONLY my opinion. I may have bad taste in books, but you are also entitled to your own erroneous opinion.
I'll be posting a longer and (hopefully) more in-depth review of this book on my blog, but I ju...more
Dec 19, 2012
Veronica
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
People tired of fairytale love
Shelves:
yeah-i-read-that
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Jul 19, 2010
Charlene
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
mom-s-pleasaure-reading
Dr. Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people -- of the same age, with the same faith, living in the same small Pennsylvania town -- could possibly be. She's a first-class neatnik; he's a world-class slob. She's into saving historical relics; he's into saving souls. But perhaps opposites do attract. For when this historian and this land developer meet, sparks fly. And despite the rather inauspicious beginning to their relationship, neither one will escape unchanged ... or uns...more
Im a strong believer that the mood you're in determines how much you enjoy a book or not. To be honest, I was in a terrible mood when I started this book. Personal problems and my relationship with God has taken a really big hit the past few months. So when I started this book I was upset, and when I read the part where God "speaks" to Jonas and says he's there to help Emilie and bring some fun into her life, I threw the book to the ground in rage. After a few profanities, I realized this was th...more
I scoured one of my daughters bookshelves for books that I haven't read yet and grabbed this one. I'm glad I did. At first I thought that this book was set in the past but realized it was just the personality of Dr. Emilie Getz. She's a bit too proper for my taste but after meeting Jonas (who received a prompting from God to help Emilie find joy) and the encounters that they have throughout the book she unwinds a bit. I like books that make me laugh out loud and this one did.
Liz writes in a way you feel like she is a dear friend who has come over for fellowship, tea, and a laughter-filled time :) and this book didn't disappoint. Liz sums up the title and book well when she said 'the 2 main characters: Emilie & Jonas begin like bookends - facing life in opposite directions on every point, but oh how our God turns them toward HIMSELF more and toward one another!
At first, I couldn't tell what decade this book was set in, which was a bit unsettling. After I figured out it was modern-day, I could just sit back and enjoy. It was an easy read, with pretty predictable events. That being said, the focus on the characters' relationship with Jesus was more than most books of this genre and I quite enjoyed that part.
Jun 14, 2010
Anna L.
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Story about Jonas Fielding and Emilie, placed in Lititz, PA. She a Moravian historian and he a community planner, building a gold course over an area she wanted to dig to find the remains of a Moravian church foundation. A love story that turns out right!
This book moved a bit slow for me. The time it takes place in isn't exactly a time period I like to read about, but overall it was interesting. It was at least a good story line, and if I had nothing else to do, I might read it again.
This was written in typical LCH fasion. While it was well-done, I didn't relate much to the humor/bantor/etc due to the fact that the book's main characters were a bit older than myself. But good lesson on faith & trust in the Lord.
The beginning was slow and there were slow spots throughout, but it was a good story with great characters. I fell in love with the heroine and hero. This is probably not my favorite Higgs book, but I did enjoy getting to know the characters.
Delightful book. Very Christian orieted. I enjoyed it. About interaction between Jonas & Emilie, complete opposites in their personal life but bond because of common religion. She an historian, He a builder and developer.
Being married to someone opposite of my personality type, I could relate to this charming, faith-oriented story. Easy read, characters that I wanted to meet for real, and a pleasant setting. Cute and humerous story!
LOVED this book! As well as her other contemporary novel. Didn't care so much for her books set in Ireland..not sure why..just wasn't my cup of tea. But I wish she would write another contemporary one.
This was a random library find that I ended up really enjoying. It's a light romance with a lot of humor thrown in. The conclusion is obvious, but it's a lot of fun getting there.
My first Liz Curtis Higgs book ... Enjoyed very much! Faith is part of people's lives, not something the author "preaches" at any point. Got me hooked on Liz's books.
A nice easy read, with a very cute ending and alot of lovely animals!
(Bookcrossing book, a wild release found by a uni friend and passed onto me!)
(Bookcrossing book, a wild release found by a uni friend and passed onto me!)
This was such a fun read- perfect for some cold, dreary January days. The story was uplifting and humorous, and the romance was tender and sweet.
Loved it! As opposed to most of her books, this is a contemporary romance and it is charming. We read in summer Christian fiction book club.
Another cute book. If you overlook the few plot flaws, it is an entertaining book that will make you laugh. I would also suggest that you read this book. A classic example of how opposites attract.
Christian romance set in a Moravian community. Good novel of its sort.
It will not ever be one of my favorite Christian novels but I did enjoy it.
nice feel-good book.. great mix of romance and discussion of faith..
I love her contemporary stories. She keeps me wanting to read.
Jun 03, 2013
Anna
rated it
2 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
adult-fiction,
historical-fiction
It was an easy read, with pretty predictable events.
Really enjoyed this. Happy day, a new author to read and enjoy!
This was definitely a laugh out loud book for me! I loved the characters. They reminded me of myself and Kevin. After I finished it I wanted to go right back to the first page and read it again!
Aug 05, 2011
Msgrv Csicablenet
added it
I enjoyed the book it was romance.
It was a nice, refreshing christian fiction.
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A Biography of Author and Speaker
In her series of best-selling Bad Girls of the Bible books, workbooks, and videos, Liz Curtis Higgs breathes new life into ancient tales about the most infamous—and intriguing—women in scriptural history, from Jezebel to Mary Magdalene. Biblically sound and cutting-edge fresh, these popular titles have helped more than one million women around the world experience...more
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In her series of best-selling Bad Girls of the Bible books, workbooks, and videos, Liz Curtis Higgs breathes new life into ancient tales about the most infamous—and intriguing—women in scriptural history, from Jezebel to Mary Magdalene. Biblically sound and cutting-edge fresh, these popular titles have helped more than one million women around the world experience...more
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updated Mar 04, 2012 08:53am
You bring up some excellent points in your review, and I'm in accord with you on them. Christian fiction has taken hits over the years fo...more
Mar 04, 2012 12:36pm