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THE
COLUMBUS CODE
by
Mike
Evans
about
the book
When
Christopher Columbus set out to discover the New World, was it
because he wanted to serve the king and queen of Spain or because he
wanted to escape them? Did he have stronger ties to Jerusalem than
anyone suspected? Was Columbus actually a Jew fleeing the Spanish
Inquisition? And could uncovering those secrets prevent international
disaster in a world of terrorism today? Secret Service agent John
Winters is determined to find the answers in this riveting novel
based on recent scholarly discoveries. In The
Columbus Code,
Middle East historian and New
York Times best-selling
author Mike Evans uses rich story to unscramble a historical puzzle
and remind us how the past is always a part of who we are.
my
review
I
found
this book hard to get into... It is
much like The DaVinci Code an international suspense novel . Filled
with ancient documents, terrorist threats and a secret society
determined to establish a one-world government. Unfortunately,
the story line in this book drags and the characters are not
developed in a way the holds the attention of the reader.
I just could not get into it...I did not even finish reading it....it is more for a person like my
beloved husband...
I
would recommend this book t those who like Mike Evans’ novel is
perfect for those who like conspiracy theories and last days
narratives.
about
the author
Mike
Evans is one of the most in-demand analysts on the subject of the
Middle East. Evans recently launched the Mike Evans Museum in
Jerusalem, Israel, officially known as the Friends of Zion Heritage
Center. Michael David Evans is an award-winning journalist, has
appeared on hundreds of network television and radio shows including
Good Morning, America, Cross Fire, Nightline, The Good Morning Show
(Great Britain), and appears frequently on the Fox Network, CNN World
News, NBC, ABC, and CBS. He is one of the most in-demand analysts on
the subject of the Middle East. Dr. Evans' 2008 bestseller was
Jimmy Carter: The Liberal Left and World Chaos. It was followed in
2009 by Atomic Iran, Countdown to Armageddon, and in 2010, Dr. Evans
entered the field of fiction with the thriller, GameChanger. His book
The Final Move beyond Iraq debuted at #1 on the New York Times
Bestsellers list in May 2007. It contained interviews with former CIA
director James Woolsey, Harvard Law Professor Alan Dershowitz,
General Hugh Shelton, Mort Zuckerman, owner, U.S. News and World
Report, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and a host of others.
Dr. Evans' book, Showdown with Nuclear Iran became a New York Times
and Amazon.com bestseller. He is also the author of 30 books
including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine,
USA Today, Amazon #1, and Barnes and Noble.com #1 bestseller, The
American Prophecies, and the New York Times bestseller, Beyond Iraq:
The Next Move. Mike Evans has won more than fifteen national
awards for his prime time specials based on his books. Evans is an
award-winning producer, having produced eighteen documentaries on
Israel. His most famous special "Let My People Go!"
spotlighted Natan Sharansky, who was at the time in a gulag in
Russia. Dr. Evans asked President Ronald Reagan to seek Mr.
Sharansky's release, and the release of some 400 Jewish prisoners
from President Mikhail Gorbachev. Dr. Evans also worked with a Dutch
government official to encourage the opening of the doors of the
Dutch Embassy in Moscow to the Jews of Russia. Dr. Evans has
met with over 52 leaders of nations, (including foreign ministers,
ambassadors, prime ministers and kings). He has worked closely with
Israel's prime ministers for almost three decades. As an advisor to
Prime Minister Begin, he recommended Benjamin Netanyahu for his first
government post. His recommendation followed a meeting with the
future prime minister after his brother, Jonathan, had been shot in
the back while leading the raid on Entebbe in Uganda. Benjamin
Netanyahu is now serving his second term as prime minister of
Israel.
Dr. Evans is a member of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. He has officially represented the evangelical broadcasting community in the United States for more than two decades covering strategic events throughout the world, such as the Middle East Peace Conference in Madrid and at the 43rd General Assembly of the United Nations specially convened session in Geneva. He also covered the International UN Conference on Afghanistan in The Hague, Netherlands, and the UN Durban Review Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
Dr. Evans is a member of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. He has officially represented the evangelical broadcasting community in the United States for more than two decades covering strategic events throughout the world, such as the Middle East Peace Conference in Madrid and at the 43rd General Assembly of the United Nations specially convened session in Geneva. He also covered the International UN Conference on Afghanistan in The Hague, Netherlands, and the UN Durban Review Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
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THE
METHUSELAH PROJECT
by
RICK BARRY
ABOUT
THE BOOK
In
World War II, German scientists began many experiments. One never
ended.
Roger Greene is a war hero. Raised in an orphanage, the only birthright he knows is the feeling that he was born to fly. Flying against the Axis Powers in World War II is everything he always dreamed―until the day he's shot down and lands in the hands of the enemy.
When Allied bombs destroy both his prison and the mad genius experimenting on POWs, Roger survives. Within hours, his wounds miraculously heal, thanks to those experiments. The Methuselah Project is a success―but this ace is still not free. Seventy years later, Roger hasn't aged a day, but he has nearly gone insane. This isn't Captain America―just a lousy existence only made passable by a newfound faith. The Bible provides the only reliable anchor for Roger's sanity and his soul. When he finally escapes, there's no angelic promise or personal prophecy of deliverance, just confusion. It's 2015―and the world has become an unrecognizable place.
Katherine Mueller―crack shot, genius, and real Southern Belle―offers to help him find his way home. Can he convince her of the truth of his crazy story? Can he continue to trust her when he finds out she works for the very organization he's trying to flee?
Thrown right into pulse-pounding action from the first page, readers will find themselves transported back in time to a believable, full-colored past, and then catapulted into the present once more. The historical back-and-forth adds a constantly moving element of suspense to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Roger Greene is a war hero. Raised in an orphanage, the only birthright he knows is the feeling that he was born to fly. Flying against the Axis Powers in World War II is everything he always dreamed―until the day he's shot down and lands in the hands of the enemy.
When Allied bombs destroy both his prison and the mad genius experimenting on POWs, Roger survives. Within hours, his wounds miraculously heal, thanks to those experiments. The Methuselah Project is a success―but this ace is still not free. Seventy years later, Roger hasn't aged a day, but he has nearly gone insane. This isn't Captain America―just a lousy existence only made passable by a newfound faith. The Bible provides the only reliable anchor for Roger's sanity and his soul. When he finally escapes, there's no angelic promise or personal prophecy of deliverance, just confusion. It's 2015―and the world has become an unrecognizable place.
Katherine Mueller―crack shot, genius, and real Southern Belle―offers to help him find his way home. Can he convince her of the truth of his crazy story? Can he continue to trust her when he finds out she works for the very organization he's trying to flee?
Thrown right into pulse-pounding action from the first page, readers will find themselves transported back in time to a believable, full-colored past, and then catapulted into the present once more. The historical back-and-forth adds a constantly moving element of suspense to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
MY
REVIEW
I am
from German decent and I am always interested in books such as this.
I do not agree with what many Germans have done but, lets remember
the innocent. I was caught up instantly into the story. I wanted to
see what would happen to Rodger,who is a very believably character.
His experiences were filled with many trials....but Rodger was not
the kind to give up. All the surroundings and other characters just
came alive. Rick the author was very precise in describing all things
around and the characters but not too over descriptive. I liked this
book and now have placed Rick Barry on my favorite author list.
I would
recommend this book to those who enjoy a good page turner!!!
ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
Rick
Barry has authored three novels (Gunner's Run, Kiriath's Quest, most
recently The Methuselah Project) as well as hundreds of published
articles, and short stories. He speaks Russian and has visited
Eastern Europe over 50 times. His experiences have included
skydiving, mountain climbing, rappelling, camping in Russia,
kayaking, wilderness hiking, white-water rafting, and visiting World
War II battlegrounds. He believes that all experiences in life
provide fuel for a writer's imagination. He and his wife Pam have two
grown children and live near Indianapolis.
You can contact Rick through his author site, https://www.rickcbarry.com or via his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorRickBarry.
You can contact Rick through his author site, https://www.rickcbarry.com or via his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorRickBarry.
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the lost garden
by
Katharine Swartz
ABOUT THE BOOK
Present and past residents of a countryside English vicarage search for love
Marin Ellis is in search of a new start after her father and his second wife die in a car accident leaving her the guardian of her fifteen-year-old half-sister, Rebecca. They choose the picturesque village of Goswell on the Cumbrian coast and settle into Bower House, the former vicarage, on the edge of the church property. When a door to a walled garden captures Rebecca’s interest, Marin becomes determined to open it and discover what is hidden beneath the bramble inside. She enlists the help of local gardener Joss Fowler, and together the three of them begin to uncover the garden’s secrets. In 1919, nineteen-year-old Eleanor Sanderson, daughter of Goswell’s vicar, is grieving the loss of her beloved brother Walter, who was killed just days before the Armistice was signed. Eleanor retreats into herself and her father starts to notice how unhappy she is. As spring arrives, he decides to hire someone to make a garden for Eleanor, and draw her out of―or at least distract her from―her grief and sorrow. Jack Taylor is in his early twenties, a Yorkshire man who has been doing odd jobs in the village, and when Eleanor’s father hires him to work on the vicarage gardens, a surprising―and unsuitable―friendship unfolds. Deftly weaving the dual narratives, Katharine Swartz explores themes of loyalty and love through her memorable characters and strong sense of place.
MY REVIEW
As I began reading this book, I sensed desperation, death, despair. It is not particularly the type of book I would typically choose. However, I continued reading this is a story of love, grief and forgiveness. of making sacrifices and fresh starts. I found myself feeling the heart of the characters and of the village in which they lived. The cutting of weeds and brambles unearthed more than a former garden. This is a warm story and has depth of meaning and characters as everyday as your neighbor might be. It is a book that goes from one area to another. It has a lovely ending.
I would recommend this book to those who enjoy reading.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
After spending three years as a diehard New Yorker, Katharine Swartz now lives in the Lake District with her husband, an Anglican minister, their five children, and a Golden Retriever. She enjoys such novel things as long country walks and chatting with people in the street, and her children love the freedom of village life--although she often has to ring four or five people to figure out where they've gone off to! She writes women's fiction as well as contemporary romance for Mills & Boon Modern under the name Kate Hewitt, and whatever the genre she enjoys delivering a compelling and intensely emotional story. Find out more about her books at www.katharineswartz.com
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DAY OF ATONEMENT
by
David A. deSilva
ABOUT THE BOOK
In the blank pages between Malachi and Matthew, the course of an entire nation was changed . . .
His brother, the high priest Honiah, enjoyed the authority of the high priesthood, and all important decisions needed his approval. But it was Jason who was shaping the future of Jerusalem and, with it, all Judea. He breathed in again, imagining that he could feel the wave of destiny impelling him forward toward his vision as he exhaled . . .
The Greeks have taken over the world, but Jerusalem is still the same backwater city Jason has always known. He wants to help his hometown rise to a new age of prosperity and influence. If that means stretching the terms of the city s divine covenant, so be it. But how far is he willing to go to achieve Greek greatness for this Jewish city? It will take the willingness of a handful of Jews to die rather than violate the covenant in order to turn the tide back to God.
Written by an internationally recognized expert in the period between the Testaments, Day of Atonement invites readers into Judea during the tumultuous years leading up to the Maccabean Revolt. It was this pivotal decade that reminded Jews of the centrality of the covenant to their national security and taught them that the covenant was worth dying for. The story is so foundational, it is still told every year at Hanukkah. The lessons learned during this turbulent time also shed light on just what was at stake in the ministry of Jesus, whose radical message seemed to threaten the covenant once again.
Day of Atonement joins the perennially successful novels Pontius Pilate and The Flames of Rome by renowned historian Paul Maier on Kregel s premier list of captivating and historically accurate biblical novels.
MY REVIEW
It took me a long while to get into this book because there are descriptions of architecture, priest duties, sacrifices, Sabbath observation, foods served at meals, etc. It is not a page turner. David did a nice job of showing the complexities of the time. The characters are well developed.
One good thing about this book is in the amount of information it contains concerning the tumultuous time between the Old and New Testaments, leading up to the Maccabean Revolt. There were family rivalries and feuds as individuals connived for the powerful office of High Priest. Other families struggled to remain faithful to Jehovah during the time of the encroaching pagan culture. Readers will gather much about the historical events of the time.
I would recommend this book to those who enjoy reading historical book.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
David deSilva combines his superb historical knowledge with deep religious understanding and literary sensitivity to create a story that does more than reconstruct the circumstances leading to the Maccabean rebellion. Day of Atonement compellingly explores issues that continue from antiquity to the present: the relationship between faith and politics, the struggle between national identity and cultural assimilation, the zeal of the martyr, the power of faith."
—Amy-Jill Levine, professor of New Testament and Jewish studies, Vanderbilt University
"Moving from the Mediterranean coast to Jerusalem, I pass Modein in the low foothills. Here I contemplate, and mystically relive, some dramatic events in our history. I look back westward to the coastal plain and imagine the foreign armies being defeated by Judas Maccabeus. Looking ahead to the Judean hills rising to the east, I often ponder the rededication of the Jerusalem Temple and the inauguration of Hanukkah. All these events spring to light in deSilva’s magisterial novel, crafted after decades of walking these hills and reading the historical accounts. History without imagination is dull; with informed sensitivity ancient heroes take on flesh. Echoing now is Ari’s question: 'Where are heroes like that now?'"
—James H. Charlesworth, director and editor of the Princeton Dead Sea Scrolls Project
"When it comes to the history of Israel or early Christianity, historically sound novels are few and far between. Sometimes a good writer doesn't know his religious history well enough; sometimes a good historian is not a skilled enough writer to pull off page-turner that both educates and entertains. David deSilva's new novel reflects a high level of skill on both counts. Applying his considerable expertise in intertestamental literature, deSilva provides us with a winsome tale about how Hellenized Jews sought not merely to recover their land from foreign rulers but to 'plunder the Greeks' when it came to art, education, and language. Highly recommended."
—Dr. Ben Witherington III, Amos Professor of NT for Doctoral Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary - See more at:day-of-atonement
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Bible Dominoes
My Review
I asked to review this product because I love sharing Jesus with others, especially with young children....to plant a seed in their mind and heart.
When I received this and saw the box that is bright and happy I thought this is awesome!!!
Then when I opened it I was even more surprised and excited because the dominoes are also brightly colored and easy to see.....they are larger than I expected and easy enough for the very youngest to understand.
Even in the electronic age I believe all children would love to play with these AWESOME dominoes!!! Not only does it teach children to add but more importantly they teach them about JESUS!!! I gave this set to my grand-nephew who LOVES the dominoes and enjoys playing with them with his mom.
I HIGHLY recommend these dominoes for the younger ages and for the parents too!!!
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My
Little Life of Jesus
My
Little Life of Jesus introduces
the story of Jesus' life to 3-to 5-year-olds. It follows Jesus from
His birth, being baptized by John, meeting the disciples and teaching
them how to pray, telling His stories to people in nearby towns and
villages, right through to His return to the heavenly Father.
Illustrated throughout with adorable artwork from a popular Candle
Books artist, there is also a map included to show the land where
Jesus lived. This padded hardcover comes complete with a presentation
page for gift or award giving.
My
Review
I
wanted to read this book because it is for little children and I
wanted to see how Jesus story was written out for them.....i was
pleasantly surprised by how the pictures did not have a blonde haired
blue-eyed Jesus....and the story was written so easy to understand
that the 3 to 5 years children will have no problem understanding
this life changing story. Well Done!!!
I
would recommend this book to ALL parents!!!
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If You Follow Me
By
Pam Rhodes
Description:
In the parish of Dunbridge, the news is
out--Claire and Neil are engaged! And yet, almost before the celebrations have
begun, Ben, the father of Claire's son, appears back on the scene--keen to pick
up where he and Claire left off.
As Neil reels in the face of Claire's
confusion, Wendy always seems to be there to provide support and comfort.
Little does he know of Wendy's involvement in Ben's reappearance . . .
However, Neil has little chance to ponder his
love life as the whole weight of running the church and parish descends upon
his inexperienced shoulders. His mother, Iris, who has never hesitated to share
her opinions, has just moved to be near him and Neil's time as a curate in
Dunbridge is coming swiftly to an end. Where should he go next, and just who
will go with him?
My Review
.This book held a few surprises.
I love the characters and the setting of the story so much, there were a few questionable moments in the story that I wasn’t sure of.
If you love small town stories, rich in characters don’t miss this one!
I love the characters and the setting of the story so much, there were a few questionable moments in the story that I wasn’t sure of.
If you love small town stories, rich in characters don’t miss this one!
This is a well written story that
invites us into the life of Neil.
There is one main theme, the love triangle, and many sub plots within. You will fall in love with many of the characters. This story will make you laugh and cry... it will put your emotions on a "roller coaster" ride; and keep you wondering what next?
The only thing that disturbed me was, a clergy was engaged to an unbeliever. The Bible tells us not to yolk ourselves with unbelievers, and not to "missionary date" 2 Cor. 6:14.
This book does have a very liberal theology but this book had a few things that bothered me:
The preacher married a non-Christian, something the Bible teaches against.
There was a use of the bad word used for women that aren't so nice which the Bible teaches against
The book gave approval of homosexuality as a lifestyle. Which the Bible teaches against
This book is well written, if you can overlook a few things I just mentioned.
There is one main theme, the love triangle, and many sub plots within. You will fall in love with many of the characters. This story will make you laugh and cry... it will put your emotions on a "roller coaster" ride; and keep you wondering what next?
The only thing that disturbed me was, a clergy was engaged to an unbeliever. The Bible tells us not to yolk ourselves with unbelievers, and not to "missionary date" 2 Cor. 6:14.
This book does have a very liberal theology but this book had a few things that bothered me:
The preacher married a non-Christian, something the Bible teaches against.
There was a use of the bad word used for women that aren't so nice which the Bible teaches against
The book gave approval of homosexuality as a lifestyle. Which the Bible teaches against
This book is well written, if you can overlook a few things I just mentioned.
Sorry to say I do not believe this
things that are written in it and would not recommend this book.
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The Bachelor
A Plain City Peace
book
By
Stephanie Reed
About the Book
In this sequel to The Bargain, Betsie Troyer is back home in
her Amish community where she knows she belongs, free from the confusing
Englisher way of life.
She and Charley
Yoder have made promises to each other, and her life is back on track–until
Gerald Sullivan shows up with his young daughter, asking for Betsie’s help.
He’s on his way to find his estranged wife, and begs Betsie to take young
Sheila in. When she agrees, Betsie’s carefully planned life is shaken up again.
Sheila’s newfound faith is troubling to Charley–and his attraction to another
girl is beginning to be a problem. But how can Betsie confront him when she is
still trying to confront her own feelings about Sheila’s brother, Michael?
Keeping the peace between the Amish man she’s always loved, a twelve-year-old
Englisher girl, and a draft-dodging hippie is more than she ever thought she’d
have to deal with in her simple, orderly life. Still, Betsie is convinced she
can keep things from falling apart completely. Then during her best friend’s
wedding, tragedy strikes and her world is upended. She has to make a decision:
does she love Charley or Michael . . . or is she craving a deeper love that
only God can give?
The compelling
second novel of the Plain City Peace series, The Bachelor deftly
weaves together the strands of a solid, simpler time with the turmoil of an era
of change, revealing the strengths of both in its powerful narrative.
My Review
I
haven't read the first book of this series, The Bargain, but that didn't take
anything away from this book for me. I thought Reed did a great job with
introducing her characters to new readers. In fact, one of my favorite parts of
this book was the way Reed slowly revealed the true heart of each character. It
seems like a lot of authors either give away everything to soon, or don't fully
realize who the character is. Reed hits exactly the right balance of telling
readers about the characters and letting us make our own judgments about them.
I thought the plot and the message in the book was very good as well. I have read a lot of Amish fiction, but I have to say that I learned a lot about the Amish lifestyle and beliefs in this one. It seems like Amish fiction either romanticizes the lifestyle, or goes to the other extreme. Reed educates readers while entertaining us, which is the best part about reading! I also appreciated the unusual time period in which the book was set. You don't see a lot of Amish fiction set in the 1970's.
The only negative thing I have to say about this book is from the very last page. It is the absolute worst thing for a reader to get to the end of a great book and then discover that the sequel isn't due out for some time. In this case, readers have to wait until Winter 2016! I was very sad to learn I would have to wait that long, because I really enjoyed the characters and the story and can't wait that long to find out what happens next!
This is a very entertaining book that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys Amish fiction.
I thought the plot and the message in the book was very good as well. I have read a lot of Amish fiction, but I have to say that I learned a lot about the Amish lifestyle and beliefs in this one. It seems like Amish fiction either romanticizes the lifestyle, or goes to the other extreme. Reed educates readers while entertaining us, which is the best part about reading! I also appreciated the unusual time period in which the book was set. You don't see a lot of Amish fiction set in the 1970's.
The only negative thing I have to say about this book is from the very last page. It is the absolute worst thing for a reader to get to the end of a great book and then discover that the sequel isn't due out for some time. In this case, readers have to wait until Winter 2016! I was very sad to learn I would have to wait that long, because I really enjoyed the characters and the story and can't wait that long to find out what happens next!
This is a very entertaining book that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys Amish fiction.
ABOUT STEPHANIE REED
Stephanie
Reed lives on the outskirts of Plain City, Ohio, site of a once-thriving Amish
community. She gleans ideas for her novels from signs glimpsed along the byways
of Ohio, as she did for her previous books, “Across the Wide River” and “The
Light Across the River.”
Find
out more about Stephanie at https://www.facebook.com/StefReedBooks
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