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Comment by LivingforGod on May 27, 2011 at 7:46pm

I'd like to ask you all for a favor :)! It only takes a few minutes. Would you please click this link: http://www.waterbrookmultnomah.com/bloggingforbooks/reviews/view/7876/blogr:1022 to go rate my book review of Primal by Mark Batterson (a great book about the Greatest Commandment)? You'll need to put in your email address and then click the link they email you after you rank my review in order to verify your email address; otherwise, your vote doesn't count. The top ranked review for this month will win a netbook. I'm currently 4 votes behind the top score. 

Thanks so much and God bless,

Urailak Liljequist

Comment by Glenda A. Bixler on April 26, 2011 at 10:13am

The Corruptible:


A Ray Quinn Mystery


By Mark Mynheir




Ray Quinn, the main character, in this new series by Mark Mynheir has the appeal that will keep me reading as well as go back to pick up the first book,The Night Watchman. Quinn is an ex-cop, hurt on the job, now working as a PI. He walks with a cane and is in almost constant pain.His cane, interestingly, is also used as a weapon when necessary.
A young man, Crevis, works as an assistant and body guard to some extent and readers see him stop, go back, and pick up Quinn from the ground where he can't get up quickly, and move on while being chased or bullets are flying. Crevis, also, is a wonderful character in that he has had little formal education. He wants to become a cop, but is first studying with a tutor so that he can take the test. Pam, who became a friend during an earlier case, is his tutor and also helps on cases. Pam also plays the role as spiritual supporter...A great little team that readers quickly begin to care about.

I must highlight one segment, just for fun. We all get "those" emails that explain that there is someone who needs to have your assistance in moving millions of dollars, etc., etc., but for Ray Quinn, he chooses to act on them, responding to the scam attempt. So throughout this novel, we see the email exchange between the individual and a woman (Quinn)  who acts like she is going to fall for their trap...Cool little side story...

The major case that requires Ray's attention, however, is much more serious and brings him into involvement with many former officers with whom he once worked. In fact, when Ray was forced to resign, he was given continued access and recognition for his former position. And that access was definitely needed this time...

Because a former cop, Logan Ramsey, had stolen confidential client information from a company and Ray had been asked to track him down and return what had been stolen, which included both hardware and software.

Trouble was, Ray had no idea exactly what it was that he would be looking for, except it apparently was very important and could create major problems for the company. But the pay was great and Ray needed cash to keep his agency going. Quickly contacting the police to let them know he was searching for Logan...he was saved a lot of time, because the police found him first.

Of course, he was dead...

Murdered...

By a woman with a knife who stabbed him... or

By a poisoned pizza...

Of course, the whodunit search activity commences and there is no other way to describe it but--fun! No matter how many suspects are located by the police, along with Ray's involvement, solving the murder of Logan does not help find the stolen property of Ray's client. And that client does not really care who killed Logan--he wants only the return of his information.

Finally, Quinn begins to wonder exactly what that information is that was stolen...and realizes that finding the murderer does not provide what he needs to solve his case!

Highly recommended for whodunit fans. There is enough variety to keep us guessing and allowing us to put our own reasoning to work. Yeah, I figured both cases out, but, then, I'm getting pretty good at following the clues. How about you? Let me know!

Book Received Via
Amazon Vine

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Comment by Glenda A. Bixler on April 11, 2011 at 9:13am

Quest for the Nail Prints by Don Furr - A Wonderful New Novel!

 

One of the favorite hymns, especially for the Easter Season, is Were You There?" Well, this weekend, I certainly was! Don Furr's book, Quest for the Nail Prints, took 13 years to complete, but there was no way that, once started, I did not quickly turn every page...at least once I traveled back in time to Jerusalem to personally meet Jesus...

Dr, Elizabeth Stewart worked mostly with emergency trauma. As the book opens, she is being called to yet another accident to, hopefully save a young boy critically hurt by a DUI. When he doesn't make it, she is affected more than usual. Her boss decides to "help" by at least changing her scenery as he assigns her to travel to Israel to jump start a new trauma unit at Rashaman Medical Center in Jerusalem.

Leonardo Van Eaton, Professor of Religious Studies, was scheduled to speak at the International Council of Religious Educators in New Delhi; however, when he arrived in Jerusalem, problems with his plane kept him there.

Reverend Paul Ryann had been gifted with a dream come true. He was going to the Holy Land as a gift from his parents. His wife had another commitment and so he would be traveling alone. His stepfather was seriously ill and he considered not going, until he received a mysterious message that he knew he must follow--he would go on his trip.

Each of the individuals met as passengers on the flight. In fact, they sat beside each other and as strangers began to share about why they were taking the trip. Paul and Elizabeth found common ground in their church activities, Paul as a pastor; Elizabeth teaching children in Sunday school. It wasn't very long before Professor Van Eaton had shared his position and had created tension as he explained that his knowledge of religions was purely academic and that he purposely remained objective so that he could better teach.

By the time they had landed, the Professor was quite happy to have them finish their journey, only to be somewhat relieved when they found each other again when his plane was delayed.

Later as they were sightseeing, they heard a scream. Paul running ahead soon found that two soldiers were getting ready to assault a young woman. As Paul called to them, he also was taping them, which caused the men to quickly knock the woman out and race after the three. There was no option but to run and hide from the two guards who were armed and clearly willing to eliminate their witnesses!

And it was as they hid in an old building, they were caught as the floor fell from under them and they were soon in danger as water began to rise in the space where they were. It was Paul who came up with the idea of using the old 8-inch nails to climb up and out.

But when they left the old building, the city from which they had escaped was not the same...they were back in time and the time of Passover was underway...

Consider if you would the Biblical accounts of what took place during Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, and finally the trip to Calvary. Now think about what you would do if you were right there, in the middle of it all! Meeting Jesus. Having him accept that you were there. Introduce you to his disciples and invite you to...follow Him...

What would you do if you were the only ones in the world at that time that knew in advance that Christ was going to be crucified. Quest for the Nail Prints will place each of you who will read this book exactly in the middle of it all. You may have seen movies or read other books and felt you were there. But Don Furr has placed new characters into those ancient beloved stories.  What would YOU do if you Were There? Surely you have no choice but to join Paul, Elizabeth, and the Professor as each of them finds out what their role was. Chilling in its realism; commanding in its story; secure in it's being the greatest love story in which we may all play a part!

You got it - a Must Read Recommendation for this one! 

Book Received from
Sheaf House Publishers


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Comment by LivingforGod on March 11, 2011 at 6:11pm

Thanks so much, Glenda, for helping spread the word!

~Urailak

Living for God (my main blog)

Fruitbearers (my homeschool-related blog)

My Father's World (my photo blog)

Comment by Glenda A. Bixler on March 11, 2011 at 1:03pm

Thanks for posting! Also shared to others as well, highlighting short deadline!

Comment by LivingforGod on March 10, 2011 at 4:19pm

I'm having a book giveaway on my blog right now. The winner (randomly chosen) will get to pick a book of his or her choice (10 great books to choose from such as Outlive Your Life by Max Lucado, Blue Like Play Dough by Tricia Goyer, The 7 Minute Life Daily Planner, etc.). Ends 3/13 Visit here for details. You can read my reviews by clicking on the linked titles.

Comment by LivingforGod on January 21, 2011 at 4:56pm

Born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic is living his life to the fullest with gusto for God's glory. Truly inspiring!

 

Would you please visit here to read my review of Life Without Limits by Nick Vujicic and rate it?  Thanks so much!

Comment by LivingforGod on November 11, 2010 at 2:44am

My latest book review: For You They Signed by Marilyn Boyer
Please stop by my blog and leave comments. The comments count as votes. The review with the most votes wins prizes (books). Thanks!

Comment by rayasti saptarina k on October 13, 2010 at 11:56pm

Hi.. I'm new member too... I just love reading Christian books, unfortunately not all the books I was looking for an existing version of the translation in my language. Or can I get in a long time of being published, and rarely a Christian writer who came to my country. but I remain grateful for the many servants of God who also wrote the book here .. at least I hope here I can get a reference of good books .... Thank you very much, anyway.... yea let's talk about heaven!

Comment by Glenda A. Bixler on August 12, 2010 at 5:04pm

Hi Everybody. Welcome to new members! I've just posted what I believe is a must-read for Christians...If you agree, let me know and let's talk about Heaven!

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