Margo

The Margo Mysteries #1

by Jerry B. Jenkins

Beside an open window in a skyscraper high above Atlanta, they meet - Margo, a young woman determined to jump to her death, and Philip, an artist who had taken a fateful wrong turn in the tall building. Bit by bit, Margo's mysterious and intriguing story comes out and Philip finds himself deeply involved in it. What forces would drive an attractive and cultured young woman to the brink of suicide? Is Philip's rusty faith in God still strong enough to see him through the unpredictable dangers of this tense adventure?

Genres: Mystery, Christian, Fiction

191 pages, Paperback

First published January 28, 1979

About the author

Jerry Bruce Jenkins is an American novelist and biographer. He is best known as the writer of the Left Behind series of books for Tim LaHaye and The Chosen novels to accompany his son Dallas's TV series. Jenkins has written more than 200 books, including mysteries, historical fiction, biblical fiction, cop thrillers, international spy thrillers, and children's adventures, as well as nonfiction. His works usually feature Christians as protagonists. In 2005, Jenkins and LaHaye ranked 9th in Amazon.com's 10th Anniversary list of Hall of Fame authors based on books sold at Amazon.com during its first 10 years. Jenkins now teaches writers to become authors here at his website. He and his wife Dianna have three sons and eight grandchildren.

Reviews

[Jerry (Rebel With a Massive Media Library) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mr. Jenkins, of Left Behind fame, does really well with this quick, but engaging mystery. Like an old-school television whodunit, this one features a great plot and likable characters in Margo and Spence.

[Dee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did not love this book

I didn’t care for or about Margo and there were more minor characters than I could keep track of. Phillip was a convenience. I didn’t find the story believable. The writing was smooth and flowed like butter but to no good end. I’m not interested in reading any further books in the series, though as a longtime fan of the author, I hope to find a better experience in another novel.

[Gabriel D. · Rating 2 out of 5]

I love Jerry's blog; his debut novel, not that much. It is not bad, just not for me.

I found the story not to hold me enough, maybe because I'm always craving for something darker, sinister, eerie, and Margo is too teen-ish, even though it touches some deep concepts like religion. But, some three chapters in, I got bored of Margo's mystery and her dialogue with Philip.

[Sarah · Rating 1 out of 5]

I had to quit after just 2 very short chapters. The main characters was awful! I'm a far cry from a feminist but he was a totally callous, one-dimensional, chauvinist. I couldn't stand it. The main girl was no better.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a great book! I enjoyed the mystery and the lesson on God's forgiveness.

[Tina at Mommynificent · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book primarily because it had such a different feel from the books I usually read. The voice was fresh and very different. I found the mystery intriguing as well as who the narrator was and how that was relevant to the title and how this was the first book in a series. Basically, there were a lot of questions and mysteries that kept me reading this book and made it enjoyable and hard to put down. I also appreciated the spiritual element of the book and really enjoyed the way the author portrayed the two main characters' journeys to trusting God.

[Randy Tramp · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story pulled me in right from the beginning. Margo is attempting suicide and Phillip talks her out of it.

Romance blooms, as Phillip and Margo, seek to uncover something from her past. With God’s grace, they bravely move ahead with their plan.

The mystery continued throughout the story, all the way until the end.

I enjoyed this read, simply because I love seeing God in action. When He changes hearts, He does it in spite of the circumstances. And Margo’s background was torturous.

[Sheila · Rating 3 out of 5]

Even though the plot was a little far-fetched I really enjoyed this book. It was a fun easy read to unwind with on the weekend. I enjoyed Margo and Phillip's releationship with each other and with God. And I liked the fact that though they were both Christians they were at different places in their walk with the Lord. I'm becoming a huge fan of Jerry Jenkins. Now, if I could just get the courage to read the Left Behind: A Novel of the Earth's Last Days series...

[Julie Dunagan · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book!

The 1st in a series Margo is a mystery with a mission. Jerry tells the story of Margo and in the telling introduces the reader to Gods unconditional love and forgiveness. Jerry Jenkins later coauthored Left Behind series.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book

This book shows how God can work wonders and His love through other people. I enjoyed this very much. I'm hopeful that you read this book.

[Fire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margo is an intriguing tale of a girl with a dark past. As she digs deeper into her past she uncovers a secret that changes her life. A journey of redemption and forgiveness. Great story.

[Apex157x · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written and engaging

[Carlene Renner]

great