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ruth

vernon, british columbia, Canada | Member Since 2007

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16 reviews
53 ratings
256 titles in library
15 purchased in 2013

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Faith of My Fathers: Chronicles of the Kings

UNABRIDGED
- by Lynn Austin
- Narrated by Suzanne Toren
Faith of My Fathers: Chronicles of the Kings

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 25 mins)

By Lynn Austin

Narrated By Suzanne Toren

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(155)
Performance
(48)
Story
(48)

The king's sudden death leaves his son Manasseh as the new ruler. Overcome with sorrow, Manasseh is angry toward God and begins a reign of terror that shocks the kingdom. His own insecurity prompts the death of his closest advisors, dividing the faithful in two. Barely escaping the carnage, his best friend Joshua suffers the excruciating loss of his family and plans revenge.
A User says: "Enchanting"
"completely spellbinding"

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the author has done so much research on the subject of the kings and the prophets and it was so enlightening to me to understand how God worked among His people and led them according to their obedience to Him. i highly recommend this book - it is a real page turner - one of the best books I have read in a long, long time.

17 of 19 people found this review helpful
The Still of Night: A Rush of Wings, Book 2

UNABRIDGED
- by Kristen Heitzmann
- Narrated by Ed Sala
The Still of Night: A Rush of Wings, Book 2

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 36 mins)

By Kristen Heitzmann

Narrated By Ed Sala

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(26)
Performance
(18)
Story
(19)

Morgan Spencer has the golden touch when it comes to business. He can spot a failing corporation and turn it around in no time. But he cannot seem to get his own life under control. Years ago, he and high-school sweetheart Jill Runyan gave up their child at birth. Now Jill has unexpectedly reappeared - with shocking news that forces Morgan to confront a reality he never saw coming.
Kimberly says: "The Narrator ruined it!"
"LOST AND FOUNDTHE STORY OF ADOPTIVE CHILDREN"

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What did you love best about The Still of Night?

THE DRAMA OF AN ADOPTIVE PARENT AND THE BIRTH PARENTS

Which character – as performed by Ed Sala – was your favorite?

BEN, JILL AND KELSEY

If you could take any character from The Still of Night out to dinner, who would it be and why?

JILL - SHE FACED AN INCREDIBLE JOURNEY ON HER OWN - I WOULD LIKE TO ENCOURAGE HER.

Any additional comments?

ATHIS WAS THE BEST OF KRISTEN HEITZMANS BOOKS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND I ALONG WITH THE SECOND BOOK IN THIS SERIES.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Safely Home

ABRIDGED
- by Randy Alcorn
- Narrated by Steve Sever
Safely Home

ABRIDGED (7 hrs and 29 mins)

By Randy Alcorn

Narrated By Steve Sever

Overall
(117)
Performance
(53)
Story
(56)

Here is a soul-stirring story of two college friends who reconnect after 20 years. One is living life apart from God, in comfortable corporate America; the other is living for Christ under intense persecution in China. This challenging book will convince readers to live in the light of eternity.
John says: "Will this be the day that I die?"
"PERSECUTION OF CHRSTIANS"

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If you could sum up Safely Home in three words, what would they be?

INFORMATIVE - INTERESTING - HEART WRENCHING

What was one of the most memorable moments of Safely Home?

THE DEATH OF THE HERO

Which character – as performed by Steve Sever – was your favorite?

LEE CHUNG - THE MAIN CHARACTER

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

THE DEATH OF THE HERO

Any additional comments?

ALTHOUGH THIS IS FICTION, IT IS STILL AN EYE OPENER TO THE CONDITION OF PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS AROUND THE WORL.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Mote in God's Eye

UNABRIDGED
- by Larry Niven , Jerry Pournelle
- Narrated by L J Ganser
The Mote in God's Eye

UNABRIDGED (20 hrs and 27 mins)

By Larry Niven, Jerry Pournelle

Narrated By L J Ganser

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2983)
Performance
(1522)
Story
(1539)

The Mote In God's Eye is their acknowledged masterpiece, an epic novel of mankind's first encounter with alien life that transcends the genre. No lesser an authority than Robert A. Heinlein called it "possibly the finest science fiction novel I have ever read".
J. Rhoderick says: "A great read!"
"BOOK ORDERED BY MISTAKE"

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What disappointed you about The Mote in God's Eye?

I DIDNT READ THE BOOK SO I COULDNT REALLY RATE IT.

What do you think your next listen will be?

THE BOOK BY THE AUTHOR OF "THE SHACK"

What didn’t you like about L J Ganser’s performance?

I DIDNT READ LTHE BOOK BECAUSE I ORDERED IT IN ERROR

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

NONE

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Hidden Flame: Acts of Faith

UNABRIDGED
- by T. Davis Bunn , Janette Oke
- Narrated by Susan Lyons
The Hidden Flame: Acts of Faith

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 57 mins)

By T. Davis Bunn, Janette Oke

Narrated By Susan Lyons

Overall
(48)
Performance
(29)
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(30)

Three-time Christy Award winner Davis Bunn collaborates with the beloved Janette Oke to evoke the spirit of the original followers of the Way. In a first century Jerusalem seething with turmoil, religious and political leaders eye the burgeoning Christian community with suspicion. While a Hebrew merchant and a Roman soldier vie for the hand of a lovely follower of Christ, she finds her heart drawn to another whose tireless care and unflinching faith shine daily.
ruth says: "PROOF OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION"
"PROOF OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION"

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Would you consider the audio edition of The Hidden Flame to be better than the print version?

YES, DEFINITELY - IT WAS CLEAR AND WELL TOLD WITH EXPRESSION. IT MADE THE TRUTHS OF THE RESURRECTION COME TO LIFE.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Hidden Flame?

THE LOVE STORY OF STEPHEN AND ABIGAIL

What does Susan Lyons bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book?

THE READING EXPRESSED SO VIVIDLY, YOU COULD ALMOST SEE IT,

If you could take any character from The Hidden Flame out to dinner, who would it be and why?

MARTHA = SHE WAS SUCH A TRUE BELIEVER WITH NO HYPOCRICY.

Any additional comments?

ONE OF THE GREAT IN THE ACTS OF FAITH TRILOGY. I LOVED IT,

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Last Christian: A Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by David Gregory
- Narrated by Lincoln Hoppe
The Last Christian: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 33 mins)

By David Gregory

Narrated By Lincoln Hoppe

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(45)
Performance
(23)
Story
(23)

A.D. 2088. Missionary daughter Abigail Caldwell emerges from the jungle for the first time in her thirty-four years, the sole survivor of a mysterious disease that killed her village. Abby goes to America, only to discover a nation where Christianity has completely died out. A curious message from her grandfather assigns her a surprising mission: re-introduce the Christian faith in America, no matter how insurmountable the odds.
Mike says: "An intersection of science and belief."
"UNBELIEVABLE"

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What did you love best about The Last Christian?

THE DEDICATION OF THE MISSIONARY

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Last Christian?

THE DEATH OF THE HEROINE

Which scene was your favorite?

THE MISSIONARY'S TRIP FROM HER VILLAGE BY BOAT TO THE CITY

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

AMERICA WAKE UP

Any additional comments?

I WOULD LIKE TO READ MORE OF THIS AUTHORS BOOKS

0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Her Daughter’s Dream

UNABRIDGED
- by Francine Rivers
- Narrated by Stina Nielsen
Her Daughter’s Dream

UNABRIDGED (17 hrs and 9 mins)

By Francine Rivers

Narrated By Stina Nielsen

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(261)
Performance
(138)
Story
(141)

In the compelling conclusion to the New York Times best-seller Her Mother’s Hope, Christy Award-winning author Francine Rivers explores the sorrow that can tear families apart and the grace that can heal the deepest wounds. Just as Carolyn had formed a stronger bond with her Oma Marta than with her mother, so Carolyn’s daughter is drawn to her grandma more than to a mom who’s caught up in the 1960s counterculture....
Alaina says: "Great book"
"THE MOTHER DAUGHTER SAGA"

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GREAT STORY LINE, BUT TOO INVOLVED. YOU FELT LIKE SAYING, "COME ON, GET ON WITH THE STORY ALREADY:, BUT MS RIVERS IS STILL THE BET STORY TELLER I KNOW.

2 of 4 people found this review helpful
It's Not About Me

UNABRIDGED
- by Max Lucado
- Narrated by Max Lucado
It's Not About Me

UNABRIDGED (2 hrs and 30 mins)

By Max Lucado

Narrated By Max Lucado

Overall
(51)
Performance
(18)
Story
(17)

There really is more to this life than you've been told. Since day one we've been urged to look out for number one. And since day one we've believed the lie, "It's all about me." Max Lucado sets our sights elsewhere: points us upward, and shows us how much our lives and relationships would change if we all took our place and played our parts. He'll show you how to bump your life off self-center and how to experience the life of purpose you were meant to have.
ruth says: "IT REALLY ISN'T ABOUT ME"
"IT REALLY ISN'T ABOUT ME"

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MAX LUCADO IS A NAME YOU CAN ALWAYS ATRUST AND THIS BOOK IS NO EXCEPTION. HE MAKES YOU REALIZE THAT "I'M NOT AN IMPORTANT AS I THIN I AM" , EXCEPT IN GOD'S SIGHT. READING THIS BOOK BROUGHT ME A SENSE OF SEVURITY AND PEACE THAT I NEEDED BADLY.

8 of 8 people found this review helpful
A Proper Pursuit

UNABRIDGED
- by Lynn Austin
- Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda
A Proper Pursuit

UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 10 mins)

By Lynn Austin

Narrated By Jennifer Ikeda

Overall
(69)
Performance
(31)
Story
(33)

Fresh from finishing school, Violet receives a double shock. Her dad announces his upcoming wedding and then confesses an old lie - her mom didn't really leave for a sanitarium 11 years ago. But why then did she leave? Under cover of visiting the World's Fair, Violet travels to the stately Chicago home of her saintly grandmother and three eccentric great aunts.
ruth says: "NOT AUSTIN NOT UP TO PAR"
"NOT AUSTIN NOT UP TO PAR"

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ALLTHOUGH I ENJOYED THIS BOOK AS LIGHT READING, I FOUND IT WASN'T LYNN AUSTIN'S USUAL STYLE. IT LACKED THE THOUGHT PROVOKING STORY LINE WITH A DEEPER MEANING. HOWEVER, LYNN AUSTIN IS #1 IN MY AUTHOR PREFERENCE

6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The Shack

UNABRIDGED
- by Wm. Paul Young
- Narrated by Roger Mueller
The Shack

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 31 mins)

By Wm. Paul Young

Narrated By Roger Mueller

Overall
(3695)
Performance
(1365)
Story
(1395)

Mackenzie Allen Philips' youngest daughter, Missy, has been abducted during a family vacation and evidence that she may have been brutally murdered is found in an abandoned shack deep in the Oregon wilderness. Four years later in the midst of his Great Sadness, Mack receives a suspicious note, apparently from God, inviting him back to that shack for a weekend. Against his better judgment he arrives at the shack on a wintry afternoon and walks back into his darkest nightmare.
Renato says: "much more than I expected"
"A DEBATEABLE BOOK"

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tHIS BOOK IS A GOOD FICTION STORY, BUT NOTHING ELSE.
I DON'T UNDERSTAND ALL THE HYPE IT HAS CAUSED. ALTHOUGH IT WAS WELL WRITTEN AND WELL READ. THE CONTENT WAS TOO CONTROVERSIAL TO BE COMFORTABLE.
THE ISSUE OF FORGIVENESS WAS DEALT WITH VERY WELL.

6 of 15 people found this review helpful
The Appeal

UNABRIDGED
- by John Grisham
- Narrated by Michael Beck
The Appeal

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 33 mins)

By John Grisham

Narrated By Michael Beck

Overall
(1874)
Performance
(301)
Story
(302)

In a crowded courtroom in Mississippi, a jury returns a shocking verdict against a chemical company accused of dumping toxic waste into a small town's water supply, causing the worst "cancer cluster" in history. The company appeals to the Mississippi Supreme Court, whose nine justices will one day either approve the verdict or reverse it.
RJ says: "And the ending?"
"girsham does it again"

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AS USUAL, JOHN GIRSHAM KEPT ME INTERESTED FROM BEGINNING TO END. THIS BOOK WENT IN A DIFFERENT DIRECTION FROM HIS OTHER BOOKS, MAINLY because he included the church with its controversies, which I appareciated. IT ALSO LEFT YOU THINKING OF THE RIGHT AND THE WRONG OF MAN'S ACTIONS. A VERY GOOD BOOK.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful