Monthly Archives: July, 2008
I'm Not Supposed To Feel Like This by Chris Williams
I’m Not Supposed To Feel Like This by Chris Williams was recommended to me by my counsellor and I have found it incredibly useful. Here is the blurb from Amazon: Depression is so common that it has been described as ‘the common cold of psychiatry’. It is particularly difficult for Christians – there is often [...]
Share on FacebookThe Life You've Always Wanted by John Ortberg
This is a Christian book which I have had recommended to me several times. This is my sister-in-law’s favourite book. Here is the synopsis for The Life You’ve Always Wanted: The heart of Christianity is about transformation — about a God who isn’t just concerned with our “spiritual lives,” but who wants to impact every [...]
Share on FacebookConfessions of a Reformission Rev. by Mark Driscoll
Mark Driscoll is the leader of Mars Hill Church in Seattle, Washington. It is one of the largest churches in the USA and currently has a membership of 8000 people. Confessions of a Reformission Rev. is his account of the growth of this megachurch. Here is the Amazon synopsis: This is the story of the [...]
Share on FacebookMums@Home by Sophie King
I received this book as part as a book ring. I have never read Sophie King before and I was not let down by Mums@Home. I would describe this is as chick-lit, very good chick-lit. Here is the Amazon synopsis: Love, laughter, and logging on…Calling all mums! What would you do if your husband had [...]
Share on FacebookA Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis is famous for The Chronicles of Narnia, but what might not be so well known is he is the author of many Christian books. A Grief Observed was written a few weeks after the death of his wife. It is a collection of notes he has jotted down to help him through the [...]
Share on FacebookWhen the Darkness Will Not Lift – John Piper
When the Darkness Will Not Lift by John Piper is a Christian book for those suffering with depression, or people aiding those who are suffering. It was an Amazon recommendation when I purchased another Christian book on depression. Here is the Amazon synopsis: John Piper offers insight into depression and spiritual darkness, and the Christian [...]
Share on FacebookThe Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
Like Roald Dahl, these are books which are not just for children. The Chronicles of Narnia are beautifully written with the Christian message throughout. The Magician’s Nephew is the first in the trilogy and is the creation of Narnia. Here is the synopsis from Amazon: Polly’s hand went out to touch one of the rings. [...]
Share on FacebookThe Boy in the Striped Pyjamas – John Boyne
Oh my word, what an incredibly moving story. It is only 212 pages long, such a quick and easy read. But you must read it. Amazon synopsis: Nine year old Bruno knows nothing of the Final Solution and the Holocaust. He is oblivious to the appalling cruelties being inflicted on the people of Europe by [...]
Share on FacebookA Lifetime Burning by Linda Gillard
The cover for A Lifetime Burning is a woman’s face in different colours, very eye-catching and chaotic, which is in a sense how the family in this book is. And the recommended quote on the front cover said: “Disturbing themes, sensitively explored” I didn’t know what I was letting myself in for. As it happens, [...]
Share on FacebookPast Mortem by Ben Elton
Although this is not one of his more famous book, is a thoroughly good read. Here is the synopsis from Amazon: With old friends like these, who needs enemies? It’s a question short, mild mannered detective Edward Newson is forced to ask himself having in romantic desperation logged on to the Friends Reunited website searching [...]
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