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Anthems of Zion #2
The Choir Immortal
The second book in the beloved Anthems of Zion series!
The people of Zion are at it again. Two of their very own are getting married, and everyone is pleased as punch to be hosting Bradbury’s wedding of the century. Their collective joy is short-lived, however, as busted air-conditioners, melting cakes, and a trip to the emergency room intrude upon the celebration.
Yet the congregation rallies. Lead by Pastor Fletcher and the stalwart Mrs. Scheinberg, they turn in faith to God’s promises of life and salvation to see one another through trying days that demand patience, prayer, and perhaps another batch of cinnamon rolls.
Emily Duke, Pastor Fletcher, and the rest of Zion’s quirky flock return in this compelling sequel to House of Living Stones, proving that life in a small town is anything but small.
The people of Zion are at it again. Two of their very own are getting married, and everyone is pleased as punch to be hosting Bradbury’s wedding of the century. Their collective joy is short-lived, however, as busted air-conditioners, melting cakes, and a trip to the emergency room intrude upon the celebration.
Yet the congregation rallies. Lead by Pastor Fletcher and the stalwart Mrs. Scheinberg, they turn in faith to God’s promises of life and salvation to see one another through trying days that demand patience, prayer, and perhaps another batch of cinnamon rolls.
Emily Duke, Pastor Fletcher, and the rest of Zion’s quirky flock return in this compelling sequel to House of Living Stones, proving that life in a small town is anything but small.
352 pages, Paperback
First published August 25, 2015
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About the author
Katie Schuermann
10 books196 followersKatie Schuermann is "a first-class storyteller” (Cameron MacKenzie, 2023) whose “earthy and joyful” (Mark A. Miller, 2014) voice is as refreshing and invigorating as the Midwestern sunshine in which she was raised. Writing in vignettes which so perfectly suit the charm of small-town life, Schuermann's stories call to mind the warmth and realism of Montgomery's Avonlea as well as the grounded sense of place and community of Berry’s Port William.
When not writing, Schuermann can be found singing, gardening, cooking, holding babies, or trying to climb the nearest tree.
When not writing, Schuermann can be found singing, gardening, cooking, holding babies, or trying to climb the nearest tree.
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July 30, 2019
I sit here, fingers poised over my keyboard, hoping my review can do this book the justice it deserves and fearing I will fall short.
What I enjoyed about The Choir Immortal:
Every emotion under the sun - Katie had me gasping, nodding along, bursting out into laughter, wiping tears off my face, and back again throughout this book, often in the same chapter. If there is a more authentic depiction of real life, complete with its ups, downs, and sideways jolts, I have yet to encounter it. Life does not wait for you to finish feeling one emotion before lobbing the next one at you without apology. Such it is with my Zion friends and I was along for every hairpin turn of the heart. Life just kept coming, whether you were ready for it or not, and it is impossible not to identify with it intimately. Katie has a gift for capturing and moving through all the emotions, but most especially for delivering a much-needed moment of levity at precisely the right moment.
So many lessons - The difference between telling the truth and brutal honesty. The comfort of turning to faith when it all falls down around you and you just don't think you can take one. more. thing. Compassion. Generosity. Genuine love, even to the point of personal sacrifice. How to say goodbye with the hope of eternal life. Grappling with forgiveness, both asking for it and extending it.
The examples of friendship - One of my favorite parts of this series are the friendships, most especially that of Emily and Rebecca. The give and take, the awareness, the hugs and the knowing when to simply be present. God showers us with many blessings in this life, but the gift of friendship is one for which I am especially grateful. I have been humbled by the people who have been placed in my life to fill this role of "those who are family without sharing my DNA."
Blaine - Not only is he a catalyst for addressing some of the more challenging social issues faced by Christians, but he also provides an opportunity for Lutheran theology to be explained for non-Lutheran readers.
A satisfying ending - It neither tried too hard nor undershot and failed to deliver. It was delivered with the quiet genuineness and the touch of humor that it deserved. It felt just right. I actually sighed in satisfaction.
What I didn't care for:
Nothing, other than the fact that I am two-thirds of the way through my very favorite book series of all time. ::sob::
Life in this broken world is brimming with grief and sorrow, misunderstandings, hurt feelings, betrayal, disappointment, frustration. Glimpses of heaven still shine through, though, in joy, in laughter, in friendship, in forgiveness and absolution, in praise and song, in the quiet moments. This book is a ready reminder of all that is beautiful in this world, and yet I still look ahead to the unimaginable beauty of the world to come when I take my place in the choir immortal.
If there is food for the soul -- oh and don't doubt for a moment that there is -- this book, this series, are it. Final book in this trilogy, I am both longing for and dreading you. I already miss my friends and want to roll myself right into the next part of the story without missing a beat, and yet... I know that I will relish every last moment with my friends from Zion Lutheran in Bradbury. I just won't want it to end.
Soli Deo Gloria
What I enjoyed about The Choir Immortal:
Every emotion under the sun - Katie had me gasping, nodding along, bursting out into laughter, wiping tears off my face, and back again throughout this book, often in the same chapter. If there is a more authentic depiction of real life, complete with its ups, downs, and sideways jolts, I have yet to encounter it. Life does not wait for you to finish feeling one emotion before lobbing the next one at you without apology. Such it is with my Zion friends and I was along for every hairpin turn of the heart. Life just kept coming, whether you were ready for it or not, and it is impossible not to identify with it intimately. Katie has a gift for capturing and moving through all the emotions, but most especially for delivering a much-needed moment of levity at precisely the right moment.
So many lessons - The difference between telling the truth and brutal honesty. The comfort of turning to faith when it all falls down around you and you just don't think you can take one. more. thing. Compassion. Generosity. Genuine love, even to the point of personal sacrifice. How to say goodbye with the hope of eternal life. Grappling with forgiveness, both asking for it and extending it.
The examples of friendship - One of my favorite parts of this series are the friendships, most especially that of Emily and Rebecca. The give and take, the awareness, the hugs and the knowing when to simply be present. God showers us with many blessings in this life, but the gift of friendship is one for which I am especially grateful. I have been humbled by the people who have been placed in my life to fill this role of "those who are family without sharing my DNA."
Blaine - Not only is he a catalyst for addressing some of the more challenging social issues faced by Christians, but he also provides an opportunity for Lutheran theology to be explained for non-Lutheran readers.
A satisfying ending - It neither tried too hard nor undershot and failed to deliver. It was delivered with the quiet genuineness and the touch of humor that it deserved. It felt just right. I actually sighed in satisfaction.
What I didn't care for:
Nothing, other than the fact that I am two-thirds of the way through my very favorite book series of all time. ::sob::
Life in this broken world is brimming with grief and sorrow, misunderstandings, hurt feelings, betrayal, disappointment, frustration. Glimpses of heaven still shine through, though, in joy, in laughter, in friendship, in forgiveness and absolution, in praise and song, in the quiet moments. This book is a ready reminder of all that is beautiful in this world, and yet I still look ahead to the unimaginable beauty of the world to come when I take my place in the choir immortal.
If there is food for the soul -- oh and don't doubt for a moment that there is -- this book, this series, are it. Final book in this trilogy, I am both longing for and dreading you. I already miss my friends and want to roll myself right into the next part of the story without missing a beat, and yet... I know that I will relish every last moment with my friends from Zion Lutheran in Bradbury. I just won't want it to end.
Soli Deo Gloria
April 19, 2018
My heart is not yet recovered from the upwelling of emotions caused by this book.
I did laugh. Quite a bit, actually. But I cried more. Happy and sad tears both sprang to my eyes, sometimes both at the same time. This book was simply excellent at portraying Christians facing good and bad times both, learning to cling to God's love and forgiveness in all circumstances. This book has weddings, funerals, marriage proposals, family squabbles, new friendships forged, old friendships strengthened -- everything we walk through in life, in other words.
And also Jell-o salad, cream of mushroom soup, and hot coffee in the middle of the summer because yup, those are cornerstones of a Midwestern Lutheran life ;-)
Bottom line: if you like stories about small town congregations filled with very real, quirky, lovable, exasperating people, you're going to love this book. But read the first book in the trilogy ("House of Living Stones") first so you know who's who and what's what, okay?
I did laugh. Quite a bit, actually. But I cried more. Happy and sad tears both sprang to my eyes, sometimes both at the same time. This book was simply excellent at portraying Christians facing good and bad times both, learning to cling to God's love and forgiveness in all circumstances. This book has weddings, funerals, marriage proposals, family squabbles, new friendships forged, old friendships strengthened -- everything we walk through in life, in other words.
And also Jell-o salad, cream of mushroom soup, and hot coffee in the middle of the summer because yup, those are cornerstones of a Midwestern Lutheran life ;-)
Bottom line: if you like stories about small town congregations filled with very real, quirky, lovable, exasperating people, you're going to love this book. But read the first book in the trilogy ("House of Living Stones") first so you know who's who and what's what, okay?
August 19, 2016
This book was much more emotional for me than the first title in the series. The characters as always were endearing and humorous. Their struggles and fears were so well expressed by the author that I found myself wanting desperately to reach into the book and hug them and pray with them. The book is beautifully written and grapples some very difficult issues with grace and truth. Beautiful.
November 22, 2021
MAD LOVE FOR THIS SERIES. The perfect continuation of life in Bradbury. It doesn't get much more real than this, and Schuermann handles the lives of her characters (and all of us, really) with grace and humor. What a wonderful, encouraging, and humorous book for all of us familiar with the ups and downs of congregational life. Can't wait for book #3!
February 25, 2016
Despite the fact that it made me cry way too much, it was more than excellent.
May 19, 2018
As good as the first!
The Choir Immortal did not disappoint! As an LC-MS pastors wife and choir director myself, I saw my husband, myself and congregational members so often within these pages. Just as in book one, The Choir Immortal has me laughing out loud one moment and weeping the next. A job well done, Katie! Can’t wait to read the next installment to see what’s in store for Pastor and Emily, Blaine, Rebecca, and so many others
The Choir Immortal did not disappoint! As an LC-MS pastors wife and choir director myself, I saw my husband, myself and congregational members so often within these pages. Just as in book one, The Choir Immortal has me laughing out loud one moment and weeping the next. A job well done, Katie! Can’t wait to read the next installment to see what’s in store for Pastor and Emily, Blaine, Rebecca, and so many others
June 11, 2024
Wow, this was another wonderful book and fitted this series well.
This book visited a lot of different subjects, and I don't think I have ever come so close to crying as I did with this book.
The book was well written which adds to the wonderful and all too sad story. Thank you, Mrs. Schuermann.
I love this book, and I was not expecting a book to ever come as close as my love for "House of Living Stones".
This book visited a lot of different subjects, and I don't think I have ever come so close to crying as I did with this book.
The book was well written which adds to the wonderful and all too sad story. Thank you, Mrs. Schuermann.
I love this book, and I was not expecting a book to ever come as close as my love for "House of Living Stones".
October 8, 2018
I read the first book in this series a few years back, and finally picked up the second book. It was just as delightful as the first one! This book reminds me of Gilmore Girls because it is about quirky characters in a small town - except that the characters are also members of a Lutheran church.
What I love about this series is that it Schuermann takes such quirky, believable characters and situations, including problematic things like church gossip and rivalries, but weaves it all together in a way that shows the love that the church should have for each other, despite human imperfections. I especially enjoyed the character of Mrs. Scheinberg, and her soft spot for the emo piano accompanist, Blaine.
Just a heads up, this story does involve a baby that is stillborn, and the grief of her family. I cried a few times. Homosexuality is also discussed, and while I was worried where Schuermann was going with it for a while there, in the end I think she did a good job addressing it biblically.
Throughout the story, a few Lutheran doctrines that I don't agree with were mentioned (infant baptism, transubstantiation, etc.). I especially didn't like how one character was concerned that her baby wouldn't be in Heaven because she was never baptized. I'm not 100% sure where Lutherans stand on baptism, to be honest, but a person does not need to be baptized to be saved, they need only to repent and trust in Jesus to be saved. If we are adding baptism as a requirement for salvation, then we are saying we are saved by a work, and that is not what Scripture teaches at all (the whole book of Galatians is written to clarify that we need to trust in Christ alone to be saved, and we aren't to trust in any works to contribute to our salvation). We are saved by faith in Christ alone, and baptism is just an outward representation of what Christ has already done for us, taking someone who was spiritually dead and raising them to eternal life in Him.
At one point, a pastor reassures his parishioners that their baby who passed away is in Heaven, which is right and good - but I honestly didn't love the way it was explained in the book. It was a bit confusing and incomplete to me, and not very reassuring because no Scripture was used to back it up. This is a weird place to mention it, I suppose, but I have never heard anyone explain better the Scriptural basis for our belief that infants who die are in Heaven than John MacArthur, and I highly recommend his sermon series on the subject if you are interested: https://www.gty.org/library/topical-s...
Aside from those points of doctrinal disagreement, I thought this book was completely delightful, and if you like stories with small-town quirky characters, I definitely recommend this one! I'm going to pick up the next book now I think.
What I love about this series is that it Schuermann takes such quirky, believable characters and situations, including problematic things like church gossip and rivalries, but weaves it all together in a way that shows the love that the church should have for each other, despite human imperfections. I especially enjoyed the character of Mrs. Scheinberg, and her soft spot for the emo piano accompanist, Blaine.
Just a heads up, this story does involve a baby that is stillborn, and the grief of her family. I cried a few times. Homosexuality is also discussed, and while I was worried where Schuermann was going with it for a while there, in the end I think she did a good job addressing it biblically.
Throughout the story, a few Lutheran doctrines that I don't agree with were mentioned (infant baptism, transubstantiation, etc.). I especially didn't like how one character was concerned that her baby wouldn't be in Heaven because she was never baptized. I'm not 100% sure where Lutherans stand on baptism, to be honest, but a person does not need to be baptized to be saved, they need only to repent and trust in Jesus to be saved. If we are adding baptism as a requirement for salvation, then we are saying we are saved by a work, and that is not what Scripture teaches at all (the whole book of Galatians is written to clarify that we need to trust in Christ alone to be saved, and we aren't to trust in any works to contribute to our salvation). We are saved by faith in Christ alone, and baptism is just an outward representation of what Christ has already done for us, taking someone who was spiritually dead and raising them to eternal life in Him.
At one point, a pastor reassures his parishioners that their baby who passed away is in Heaven, which is right and good - but I honestly didn't love the way it was explained in the book. It was a bit confusing and incomplete to me, and not very reassuring because no Scripture was used to back it up. This is a weird place to mention it, I suppose, but I have never heard anyone explain better the Scriptural basis for our belief that infants who die are in Heaven than John MacArthur, and I highly recommend his sermon series on the subject if you are interested: https://www.gty.org/library/topical-s...
Aside from those points of doctrinal disagreement, I thought this book was completely delightful, and if you like stories with small-town quirky characters, I definitely recommend this one! I'm going to pick up the next book now I think.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 26, 2019
This book is very touching. Sometimes I giggled out loud, sometimes I couldn’t read through my tears. As a person reads this you can actually see people within your church/community that could be the character in the book. This is the sequel to House of Living Stones. I find Scheurmann’s writing very engaging and feel these books are winners!
August 21, 2020
Another gem!
January 14, 2021
Dec 13, 2021 * 4 - 4.5 stars
I just may have enjoyed this even better than the first book in the series. Having been a 4H kid myself, with chickens, horses, and sheep, I was especially ROFL at the "chicken clothes" chapter since I knew what was coming. My husband and daughter kept asking me what was so funny. 😂 And even in the sad parts the author made sure to include an uplifting message as well. Now I'm looking forward to reading the third and last 😞book in the series.
I just may have enjoyed this even better than the first book in the series. Having been a 4H kid myself, with chickens, horses, and sheep, I was especially ROFL at the "chicken clothes" chapter since I knew what was coming. My husband and daughter kept asking me what was so funny. 😂 And even in the sad parts the author made sure to include an uplifting message as well. Now I'm looking forward to reading the third and last 😞book in the series.
September 5, 2020
I was wary at first when I started the first book in the series about the members of Zion Lutheran Church in fictional Bradbury, IL., because I tend to be more of a nonfiction reader. However, I soon found myself truly enjoying my time reading “House of Living Stones.” The author, a pastor’s wife, does a fabulous job accurately depicting the day to day life of the church members of Zion Lutheran Church in Bradbury.
What is amazing about the sequel to the first book is I actually enjoyed “The Choir Immortal” more than “House of Living Stones”-even though it made me cry way more than the first book! The book is tender, funny, and gut-wrenching-all while highlighting how important our “church families” are in moments of joy and sorrow. I would recommend to anyone to treat themselves to a journey to Bradbury!
What is amazing about the sequel to the first book is I actually enjoyed “The Choir Immortal” more than “House of Living Stones”-even though it made me cry way more than the first book! The book is tender, funny, and gut-wrenching-all while highlighting how important our “church families” are in moments of joy and sorrow. I would recommend to anyone to treat themselves to a journey to Bradbury!
July 26, 2016
This sequel to House of Living Stones will please those who enjoyed their first encounter with Bradbury and Zion Lutheran Church. It maintains the humor and warmth for its characters, the care for one another, and the craziness of small-town life, all of which can be enjoyed at an easy-breezy reading pace. However, this volume also takes on weightier issues, staring down the kind of situations that make us ask "How could God possibly allow . . . ?" In these moments, it rises above its standard caricatures and provides comfort and assurance without trite, pat answers. Lutheran theology is at its best under the cross of suffering, and not surprisingly, so are the people of Zion in Bradbury.
January 29, 2022
I am truly heartbroken that this book is done. It took me nearly the entire month of July to read simply because I wanted to savor it. Every detail and nuance, every character quirk and flaw.
I found this book even more beautiful than the last because it helped me work through similar situations in my own life. Katie's writing is so well thought out and relatable that it allows you to pause, contemplate, cry, or just laugh out loud.
I want to play the piano like Blaine, have faith like Alice, spirit like Rebecca, confidence (and humor 😉) like Arlene, ninja moves like Robbie, and a heart like Emily.
Thank you, Katie, for this book. You have no idea what a blessing it has been.
I found this book even more beautiful than the last because it helped me work through similar situations in my own life. Katie's writing is so well thought out and relatable that it allows you to pause, contemplate, cry, or just laugh out loud.
I want to play the piano like Blaine, have faith like Alice, spirit like Rebecca, confidence (and humor 😉) like Arlene, ninja moves like Robbie, and a heart like Emily.
Thank you, Katie, for this book. You have no idea what a blessing it has been.
March 28, 2017
This book broke me, but in such a good way! I'm an INTJ and I haven't cried during a book in ages, but The Choir Immortal had me bawling. My husband and I recently had our fourth child, but shortly before we conceived him, we lost our third child to an early miscarriage. The grief portrayed in this book was so shockingly raw and genuine, and yet the beauty of the Gospel was there in all its fullness. I absolutely loved it and I can't wait for the third book!
June 1, 2019
Through smiles and tears this book reads like true life in the faith. It’s characters live their faith like I live mine, the words are genuine, the characters are companions and I look forward to the next time we meet.
September 26, 2019
I cried nearly every other chapter. Schuermann has a knack for depicting life's challenges and joys simply and sweetly, with just the right amount of color and grace.
September 26, 2024
I'm re-reading this delightful series. Grounded in faith and encouragement not of this world, but in our Savior, Jesus!
May 15, 2018
All I can say is wow! I loved this story. This book is incredible and well written. I felt like I personally know the characters. I think I cried as much as I laughed.
This book covers so many difficult situations. The author handles them with such care that I felt like I was with Rebecca and Alice. I know this is a fictional story, but the love, forgiveness and grace the characters showed taught me that I need to remember to live a life with more love and kindness.
I saw a bit of myself in Robbie. I remember clearly my first time dressing a chicken. This is probably my favorite laugh out loud part of the book.
Overall, excellent book. Can’t wait to read the next one.
This book covers so many difficult situations. The author handles them with such care that I felt like I was with Rebecca and Alice. I know this is a fictional story, but the love, forgiveness and grace the characters showed taught me that I need to remember to live a life with more love and kindness.
I saw a bit of myself in Robbie. I remember clearly my first time dressing a chicken. This is probably my favorite laugh out loud part of the book.
Overall, excellent book. Can’t wait to read the next one.
May 28, 2016
This book almost drew more tears than laughs, but it was full of the same realistic characters as House of Living Stones. It is refreshing to read a book that feels like I could really be a part of it. The plot threads ring true and the characters respond to their world like the broken sinners that they are, but they also remember they are redeemed. Never before have I read Christian fiction that so aptly portrays simul justus et peccator.
The reader takes an adventure that mixes the joys and sorrows of life, showing that those things are not clearly distinct seasons but the regular heartbeat of life within this vale of tears. We get to witness the simple romance of new relationships but also old relationships. We walk alongside the joys and heartbreaks of parenthood and childhood. We rejoice as characters grow in the subtle and gradual changes that accompany our years of life together in Christ. Yet we also see how nothing is new under the sun and sometimes things don't change.
The Choir Immortal is a delightful story that will warm your heart and wet your cheeks. It cannot be fully appreciated without its predecessor House of Living Stones. So if you have not yet read these two books, be sure to get both. You won't want any less time in Bradbury.
The reader takes an adventure that mixes the joys and sorrows of life, showing that those things are not clearly distinct seasons but the regular heartbeat of life within this vale of tears. We get to witness the simple romance of new relationships but also old relationships. We walk alongside the joys and heartbreaks of parenthood and childhood. We rejoice as characters grow in the subtle and gradual changes that accompany our years of life together in Christ. Yet we also see how nothing is new under the sun and sometimes things don't change.
The Choir Immortal is a delightful story that will warm your heart and wet your cheeks. It cannot be fully appreciated without its predecessor House of Living Stones. So if you have not yet read these two books, be sure to get both. You won't want any less time in Bradbury.
January 6, 2022
"Wow" is about all I can say. But, since that is neither very graceful nor very eloquent, I'll explain further: "House of Living Stones," the first book in the Anthems of Zion trilogy, served as a kind of introduction, setting the scene in a small rural Midwestern town, and getting the reader familiar with the characters, an ensemble cast that primarily focuses on the pastor and parishioners of Zion Lutheran Church, and to a lesser degree a few students and staff members of the local college.
The spiritual element, while the main theme, should not deter anyone. As a somewhat worldly, nominal Christian, I can say that the Gospel message is presented in a way that is very gentle and loving.
I usually don't read books that are geared toward a specifically Christian audience - I saw that it was published by Concordia Publishing House and thought that it was connected with the research university in Canada, not the publishing arm of an American conservative Lutheran denomination - but since I've started this series, I am definitely going to read more!
The spiritual element, while the main theme, should not deter anyone. As a somewhat worldly, nominal Christian, I can say that the Gospel message is presented in a way that is very gentle and loving.
I usually don't read books that are geared toward a specifically Christian audience - I saw that it was published by Concordia Publishing House and thought that it was connected with the research university in Canada, not the publishing arm of an American conservative Lutheran denomination - but since I've started this series, I am definitely going to read more!
March 15, 2022
Really impressed with the way Schuermann deals with the issue of death. I almost cried reading this, in a good way. Occasional clunky writing and extreme stereotypes aside, this series is really quite lovely. Highly recommended.
What language shall I borrow to thank Thee, dearest friend,
For this Thy dying sorrow, Thy pity without end?
O make me Thine forever, and should I fainting be,
Lord, let me never, never outlive my love to Thee.
My Savior, be Thou near me when death is at my door;
Then let Thy presence cheer me, forsake me nevermore!
When soul and body languish, oh, leave me not alone,
But take away mine anguish by virtue of Thine own!
Be Thou my consolation, my shield when I must die;
Remind me of Thy passion when my last hour draws nigh.
Mine eyes shall then behold Thee, upon Thy cross shall dwell,
My heart by faith enfolds Thee. Who dieth thus dies well.
What language shall I borrow to thank Thee, dearest friend,
For this Thy dying sorrow, Thy pity without end?
O make me Thine forever, and should I fainting be,
Lord, let me never, never outlive my love to Thee.
My Savior, be Thou near me when death is at my door;
Then let Thy presence cheer me, forsake me nevermore!
When soul and body languish, oh, leave me not alone,
But take away mine anguish by virtue of Thine own!
Be Thou my consolation, my shield when I must die;
Remind me of Thy passion when my last hour draws nigh.
Mine eyes shall then behold Thee, upon Thy cross shall dwell,
My heart by faith enfolds Thee. Who dieth thus dies well.
September 18, 2016
Another five-star performance
I thoroughly enjoyed "House of Living Stones", and this second installment is just as good, if not better. This is a heart-wrenching, soul-stirring, faith-strengthening story that begs to be read and savored. Now the terrible part is waiting for the third volume to be published.
I thoroughly enjoyed "House of Living Stones", and this second installment is just as good, if not better. This is a heart-wrenching, soul-stirring, faith-strengthening story that begs to be read and savored. Now the terrible part is waiting for the third volume to be published.
April 5, 2017
Once again the characters come to live and you feel as though you've known them your whole life. Katie is not afraid to tell it like it is and deal with the tough issues. Make sure you've got your tissues ready because this book hits on the raw, hard to deal with emotions time and again. You will fall in love with their stories even more as you return to Bradbury again!
June 4, 2022
This book is wonderful. The Choir Immortal is book 2 of a trilogy that, while I haven’t finished, I cannot recommend enough. If you’re looking for good, real, beautiful fiction, this is the series for you.
Read the full review (and the one for the first book) on my blog!
http://madelynrosecraig.com/2022/06/0...
Read the full review (and the one for the first book) on my blog!
http://madelynrosecraig.com/2022/06/0...
September 4, 2015
I loved House of Living Stones so much, I couldn't wait to read what happens next in Bradbury. These books shows grace, mercy, love and forgiveness. Katie knows how to bring the characters of Bradbury alive in such a way that you know them. It's a gem!!
January 6, 2021
I wish I could give this book a thousand stars. The perfect Christian novel. Here's hoping for many more volumes in the life and times of our dearest friends of Zion Lutheran.
October 30, 2016
I love these books. I want to live in them. :)
December 29, 2021
Life in Bradbury moves on. This book had me laughing in spots and in tears at others. The deeper into the series you get, the more connected you feel to the folks in Zion's choir.
December 9, 2021
While I gave the first title in this series the same star rating, I actually liked this one quite a bit more, although not quite enough to bump it to 4 stars.
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