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February 23, 2010
Latina in Wonderland by Jennifer Prado
Latina in Wonderland by Jennifer Prado is an interesting novel involving imaginary and magical interactions between animals and nature. Ms. Prado vividly demonstrates a powerful and creative imagination in her consistent use of magical interactions with members of the animals and insects world not seen by the human eye. She takes her reader into another world of life, love and play when describing the harmonious interactions these lower caste members have in dealing with ideas and things. Through pure Latin magical realism, Ms Prado presented the traditional folkloric explanation of why things happen, not relying entirely on the factual and scientific explanation of the Western world. This captivating novel clearly reveals that, as a child, Ms. Prado had a strong fascination for animals and nature for comfort and conversation. This book is an easy read and is highly recommended for the whole family. It also has a beautiful cover.

Published on February 23, 2010 07:47
February 19, 2010
Better than Weapons of War by Mariamma Thampy
Better than Weapons of War by Mariamma Thampy is a powerful, Christ inspired and Holy Ghost filled document of the ministry and life of a committed, spirit-filled woman of God. Her incredible journey in being used by God clearly demonstrates the effectual working of the Holy Spirit in the life of one who has completely surrendered to the person of Jesus Christ. Her anointed account of Christ working in her ministry vividly shows how the will of God is expressed and validated in taking dominion over sins and the works of the Devil. Mrs. Thampy aptly demonstrates in her ministry that you can do all things through Christ who give you the strength. She has devoted her whole life to the cause of Christ in her native country of India and is sharing her victory of salvation to the whole world. This spiritually rich and priceless document of this humble servant of God should be particularly read by men and women all around the world who are involved in evangelism and missionary endeavors.

Published on February 19, 2010 15:41
January 22, 2010
The Certain Ones by Vanessa Richardson
The Certain Ones by Vanessa Richardson is an enlightening and instructive read. It makes a serious attempt to answer the question: “Why do certain ones suffer more than others?” This author shares with her readers the amazing illumination of insight she received in witnessing the successful journey of the lives of others. She also shares her own private journey revealing her personal struggles and triumphs in searching for the true purpose of life. You’re not forsaken and you’re chosen for a purpose prevailed throughout the author’s diligent search for the truths of righteousness. In her discoveries, she learned that the path one chooses in life could be more than just a mere journey; it could be a divine direction given to you by the grace of God. This book is a beautiful testament that we all can be winners in our spiritual journey if we exercise the profession of our faith firmly in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Published on January 22, 2010 07:04
January 19, 2010
Joy in the Valley by Sophia Manning
Joy in the Valley by Sophia Manning is an interesting read. It is also a serious, humorous, and sometimes saddened, read of the personal struggles and triumphs of one who has overcome. It shares with the reader an introspective view to the personal story of the author’s life. In sharing these intimate accounts of her life, she offers great insight from her personal experiences to help others overcome life’s adversities. This book also speaks to the heart and embraces an inspirational framework.

Published on January 19, 2010 07:44
November 20, 2009
Lorraine Elzia’s novel ‘Mistress Memoirs’
Lorraine Elzia’s novel ‘Mistress Memoirs’ is a beautiful account on the kind of woman who becomes a mistress. Kahla, a mistress who is gorgeous and independent, takes you through all of the situational challenges she goes through to satisfy her conquest for another woman’s husband. She meets Kevin, a married man, and falls prey to his seductive ways. For a while, she struggles with his marital status, but then, she gives in and begins to enjoy all of the sensuous secrets and lies that come with being his mistress. Throughout their lascivious ordeal, she endures the deceit and all that it represents. Finally, at the end and after Kevin’s death does she realize why she had become his mistress. She now knows that she had given all of her love and attention to this married man with no regard on how it affected his wife. In so doing, she had not learned to love herself and accept who she was as a woman. Mistress Memoirs is brilliantly written; it grabs and keeps your interest throughout the reading.

Published on November 20, 2009 07:52
October 15, 2009
What Doesn't Kill You by Virginia DeBerry and Donna Grant
DeBerry and Grant’s novel ‘What Doesn’t Kill You’ is an interesting narrative of how a single mother navigates through life’s constant of ups and downs. It is a beautifully woven novel by two perceptive authors who had a clear vision of the constancy of this mother’s struggles. They also appeared to have a good handle on the hardships and challenges of a divorced mother who is left with making ends meet and with raising a small child with no support from her deadbeat, would-be songwriter ex-husband.
Tee, born in an era of change, learns how to adjust to, and possibly escape from, life’s punishing woes. She makes every attempt to be a good mother to her daughter, Amber, and to control her independence after her divorce by being opinionated, straight-talking, and witty. Nonetheless, at times, she fails miserably and finds herself succumbing to those behaviors which are outside of her character.
In some of Tee’s missteps, however, you are left with asking the question ’WHY’. Why did Tee, who was doing so well it seems, surrender to the temptation and wakes up the next morning to learn that she had slept with the best man at her daughter’s wedding? Was it overindulging in the champagne or was Tee too busy to find a man to call her own and was just lonely? Some behaviors are just simply crossing the line.
This novel follows Tee throughout her journey through life. It shows vividly her indecisiveness and her denial. It painstakingly points out her series of financial mistakes and miscalculations. But, at the end, it brilliantly shows when Tee’s light began to shine and she wakes up to face reality.
Now, she realized that instead of wandering aimlessly through life, she must start investing in herself. And the fact that she could eventually become a grandmother brought her carefree life to a sobering end.
What Doesn't Kill You A Novel
Tee, born in an era of change, learns how to adjust to, and possibly escape from, life’s punishing woes. She makes every attempt to be a good mother to her daughter, Amber, and to control her independence after her divorce by being opinionated, straight-talking, and witty. Nonetheless, at times, she fails miserably and finds herself succumbing to those behaviors which are outside of her character.
In some of Tee’s missteps, however, you are left with asking the question ’WHY’. Why did Tee, who was doing so well it seems, surrender to the temptation and wakes up the next morning to learn that she had slept with the best man at her daughter’s wedding? Was it overindulging in the champagne or was Tee too busy to find a man to call her own and was just lonely? Some behaviors are just simply crossing the line.
This novel follows Tee throughout her journey through life. It shows vividly her indecisiveness and her denial. It painstakingly points out her series of financial mistakes and miscalculations. But, at the end, it brilliantly shows when Tee’s light began to shine and she wakes up to face reality.
Now, she realized that instead of wandering aimlessly through life, she must start investing in herself. And the fact that she could eventually become a grandmother brought her carefree life to a sobering end.
What Doesn't Kill You A Novel

Published on October 15, 2009 08:33
September 26, 2009
Par for the Curse by Toyi Ward
Par for the Curse is an excellently written novel dealing with the natural development and curiosity of a maturing family that had a generational secret. Its charismatic tone and organization kept you interested in the tantalizing flow of the story. The characters were very distinctive and amply developed with adequately fulfilling roles.
This is one of those novels that can not be fairly judged by its title. At first, I had some reservations in reading this type of novel. Having a strictly fundamental, Pentecostal Christian background, I did not know where I would be led in this reading experience. Understandably, I did not want to mix my faith and Christianity with the occult and evil. And I thought this would be the direction this book would lead. However, after reading a few pages, I began to realize that I was mistaken.
On the contrary, Par for the Curse described how generational secrets can influence a family in all aspects of life and love. It is obvious that having been taught at an early age that you were cursed, as Stormy was, would indeed cause some undue anxiety. She was taught that she was cursed along with other members of her family. In fact, some members of her family seem to substantiate the curse as being real.
It appeared that Stormy even believed it herself, even to the extent that she wanted to get answers. In her efforts to find the truth, she takes her reader through a series of obstacles and intrigues in understanding the family’s curse, some even challenged her own stability. After an interesting assortment of inquiries and challenges, she did get some answers.
All in all, Par for the Curse sufficiently unraveled the mystery of the so-called voodoo influence on Stormy and her family.
This is one of those novels that can not be fairly judged by its title. At first, I had some reservations in reading this type of novel. Having a strictly fundamental, Pentecostal Christian background, I did not know where I would be led in this reading experience. Understandably, I did not want to mix my faith and Christianity with the occult and evil. And I thought this would be the direction this book would lead. However, after reading a few pages, I began to realize that I was mistaken.
On the contrary, Par for the Curse described how generational secrets can influence a family in all aspects of life and love. It is obvious that having been taught at an early age that you were cursed, as Stormy was, would indeed cause some undue anxiety. She was taught that she was cursed along with other members of her family. In fact, some members of her family seem to substantiate the curse as being real.
It appeared that Stormy even believed it herself, even to the extent that she wanted to get answers. In her efforts to find the truth, she takes her reader through a series of obstacles and intrigues in understanding the family’s curse, some even challenged her own stability. After an interesting assortment of inquiries and challenges, she did get some answers.
All in all, Par for the Curse sufficiently unraveled the mystery of the so-called voodoo influence on Stormy and her family.
Published on September 26, 2009 09:30
September 6, 2009
King James Version (KJV) Bible - A Good Read!!
This King James Version (KJV) Bible has been an incredibly good read to me and I have been truly blessed. I am convinced that this English version of the Christian Bible is the primary one for me. I am very familiar with the vernacular contained in the KJV version and had very little difficulty with the language idiom of the 1611 era. Having read all of the other English translations of the Bible, I believe that the KJV version of the English Bible presents a full rendering of Holy Scripture pertinent for salvation. Several of the other English versions of the Bible omit certain pieces of scripture simply because of the publisher’s loyalty to a particular Greek manuscript. The KJV version also presents a familiar prophetic cadence and rhythm of the ancient prophets. This Holy Book should be in every home and I highly recommend reading it every day.
Published on September 06, 2009 16:58
August 12, 2009
So Much in Love...Addicted by Manica Bryant
Manica Bryant’s novel ‘So Much in Love…Addicted’ is an intense love story involving three sisters (Shona, Destiny, and Carman) who were reared up in a home environment where physical, mental, and verbal abuse were a daily occurrence, principally from their own mother. This carefully written novel is a young Adult love story written by a young author who has all the markings of a skilled narrator. This author takes her readers through many narratives and love dramas experienced by these sisters striving to find out the true meaning of love. The older sister, twenty-two years old Shona, takes the lead in their love drama after losing her husband, James, through a tragic car accident. This author deliberately keeps Shona’s intimate relationship with Kareem, her boyfriend of six months, constantly before her readers. Even though Shona is in love with Kareem, her love for him in the story is only peripheral. However, the author magnifies Kareem’s gross misconduct and his undeniable guilt of constantly being unfaithful to Shona. She vividly showed Kareem’s unfaithfulness and weakness as a man in contrast to his known strength with his boys. The author also underscores Shona’s own weakness of being in love and her fragile strength as a woman. The author portrays Shona as being in love with Kareem above all other males in her life although her own eyes seem to waver at times. Yet, in spite of knowing that Kareem involves himself with other women, she feels, however, that he rightfully belongs to her. Nonetheless, this story takes an interesting twist when Kareem finally decides that he wants to marry Shona. He asks her and she accepts his marriage proposal but then realizes she could not go through with him into marriage. He had broken her heart too many times and he was not like her deceased husband James. Yet, in spite of her loving Kareem, she now knew that she was indeed more Addicted to him because of her great loss. She now feels the need to give herself more time to adequately grieve for James, the one she truly loved.

Published on August 12, 2009 07:48
August 3, 2009
Searching for Love by Shannon M. Paddock - Finding a Gentle Peace
Shannon M. Paddock’s book “In Search of Love: A Child’s Journey to finding Life” is truly a heart-touching memoir filled with vivid details of a sad and abusive childhood. I was touched very deep within while reading her sad story. Its myriad details of her childhood memories indeed capture every emotion in my soul. It was as if Shannon had been caught in the confine of a solitary prison right at home and there was no escape. It was tremendously unfortunate that the adults in her life whom she Loved and Trusted the most, calling them Mom and Dad, were so abusive to her, especially at an age when she had no where to go and absolutely no defense. Additionally, her deep yearning for love and her many unsuccessful attempts to find it and acceptance brought deep sadness to my heart. Thank God, there was a happy ending! Finally, after years of searching for love and many failures, she discovered the gentle peace of God. Now, she is enjoying life with her husband and family and with her new found love, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Published on August 03, 2009 14:25
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