Sign in with Facebook
Loading...
The Manual
From a fresh voice in Christian fiction comes a compelling tale of a couple struggling to reunite for the sake of their son.
Paperback, 304 pages
Published
October 1st 2009
by Urban Books
Friend Reviews
To see what your friends thought of this book,
please sign up.
This book is not yet featured on Listopia.
Add this book to your favorite list »
Community Reviews
(showing
1-28
of
28)
The Manual by Sherryle Kiser Jackson is a true-to-life account of two teens, Andre and Deidre. The two are an example of opposites attract. Deidre is a goody-two-shoe and Andre a rebellious youngster who takes delight in spray painting graffiti across the city and break-dancing. Not heeding her parents warnings Deidre becomes a part of the ever growing statistics of teen moms.
Fast-forward and we find Deidre and Andre reuniting after a hiatus that left Deidre raising their son, DeAndre, alone. D...more
Fast-forward and we find Deidre and Andre reuniting after a hiatus that left Deidre raising their son, DeAndre, alone. D...more
If my son got suspended for sticking his hand up a girl's pants and I was called in front of a panel of his teachers to hear about it, I'd probably want the floor to open up and swallow me whole.
But single mom Deidre Collins handles the situation with a lot of prayer and remarkable restraint. This is one reason she makes such a sympathetic character. Her son, DeAndre, has lost his ever lovin' mind and unfortunately, things only go downhill from there.
It's clear DeAndre needs a male role model in...more
But single mom Deidre Collins handles the situation with a lot of prayer and remarkable restraint. This is one reason she makes such a sympathetic character. Her son, DeAndre, has lost his ever lovin' mind and unfortunately, things only go downhill from there.
It's clear DeAndre needs a male role model in...more
In Negotiations
“The Manual” by Sherryle Kiser Jackson jumps right into the lives of Deidre Collins, Andre Hicks and their son De Andre Hicks. We meet Deidre and Andre as teens and can sense from the start that what the two share is undeniable. As the story progresses, we realize that there’s been more loss than gain in their relationship, which has caused a seven-year separation not just from one another, but their son as well.
Reunited at a friend’s wedding, the co-parents consider the needs o...more
“The Manual” by Sherryle Kiser Jackson jumps right into the lives of Deidre Collins, Andre Hicks and their son De Andre Hicks. We meet Deidre and Andre as teens and can sense from the start that what the two share is undeniable. As the story progresses, we realize that there’s been more loss than gain in their relationship, which has caused a seven-year separation not just from one another, but their son as well.
Reunited at a friend’s wedding, the co-parents consider the needs o...more
Sherryle Kiser Jackson hit the nail on the head with this awesome tale of family, faith and forgiveness. Two of the main characters, Deidre and Andre, met while attending the same high school. Deidre was the popular church girl, while Andre was the leader of the local break dance crew. Soon, time and hormones found Deidre and Andre at odds and awaiting the birth of their son.
Once immaturity and emotions set in Deidre and Andre found out that being grown was a lot harder than they thought. With...more
Once immaturity and emotions set in Deidre and Andre found out that being grown was a lot harder than they thought. With...more
view 1 comment
I really liked the characters in this book. I was able to relate to each of them and understand their joys and sorrows. The story is woven in a way that absorbed me into the story. Great read.
I enjoyed reading. A little too long though.
Couldn't get into it.
This was my favorite read from all her previous works up to date. Enjoyed "The Manual" and felt like an old-fashioned, wholesome delight for the night read.
Apr 24, 2013
Lawanda
marked it as to-read
Apr 21, 2013
A'ndrea Wilson
marked it as to-read
Feb 07, 2013
CATEYES
marked it as to-read
Jan 16, 2013
Lady T
marked it as to-read
Aug 10, 2012
Avverrecia Turner
marked it as to-read
Jun 17, 2012
Tshun
marked it as to-read
Jun 05, 2012
Kendra
marked it as to-read
May 09, 2012
Davina Bell
marked it as to-read
Jun 12, 2011
Vanessa
marked it as to-read
Mar 26, 2010
Shawnette
marked it as to-read
Dec 11, 2009
Cateyesmd
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
to single mothers and fathers AND teens.
Recommended to Cateyesmd by:
My friend
There are no discussion topics on this book yet.
Be the first to start one »
Sherryle Kiser Jackson is a fresh voice in Christian fiction. Her style reflects an honest commentary on her life with Christ.
Soon and Very Soon is her debut novel. She anxiously awaits the publication of her second novel, The Manual, October of this year.
More about Sherryle Kiser Jackson...
Soon and Very Soon is her debut novel. She anxiously awaits the publication of her second novel, The Manual, October of this year.
Share This Book
No trivia or quizzes yet. Add some now »
