Shades of Blue

This book had a lot of promise but it was just TOO MUCH, too much crying, too much sobbing, too much, too much. I usually enjoy Kingsbury and the premise for the story is good but her writing was just dragging on the points and everyone was SOOOOOO sad and depressed about everything and it really wasn't one of her better books.

I thought this book was very inspirational, as is all of Karen's books I've read so far. This book raises the awareness of the emotional and spiritual stress caused by the choices we make and cannot undo. A very good read in my opinion.

This book was one of my favorites Kingsbury books. I was put into the situation of each character and could appreciate how forgiveness and redemption was given and received when the issues at hand were faced. I wish all who have found themselves in this situations could read and understand the redemption that is available.
Thanks Karen for being honest about the effects of abortion on the life of those who choose it.

I will attempt to make this short and sweet by simply getting straight to the point. Don't waste your credit. The idea behind the story is good, but it could of been written much better. Instead of taking 10+ hours, this story could of been told in half that time; it just went on and on. I got half way through it, listened to the last chapter and that was enough for me. Without spoiling the story too much, I found the characters to be less than realistic in their approach to problems. I don't want to minimize the seriousness of the theme but, please!!!!! Also, Brad, the main character, inability to formulate his thoughts and his constant hesitation made me want to puke. The narrator was good, but the story was not. This is not Mrs. Kingsbury's best, if you are listening to her books for the first time, try the Sunrise series or the Redemption series or any Terry Blockstock book. I think three stars is more than fair for this book.

Such a touching and heartfelt story. I think anyone who was in these circumstance would benefit from this story. I absolutely loved it!

The closing of the chapter between Brad and Emma at the beach and the presence of God they both felt. Loved that part so much!

Expressions of the characters. I love hearing the books read to me, it brings a whole new experience to a book!

I wouldn't, I believe that the name was perfect for this book!

Just that I would highly recommend this book!! Another awesome book by Karen Kingsbury, but then again, I haven't read a bad one!

A very standard Karen Kingsbury formatted book. Interesting characters that remind you of the person you've love to be, with the life you dream of living. Very spiritually uplifting, almost as if you're absorbing scripture and it's practical application in every page. This book tackles a topic that requires a strong stomach, but its a wonderful depiction of the grace of God, and I'm sure it has provided an immeasurable amount of healing in the lives of many.

Don't waste your credit! I love Karen Kingsbury but this book was 10 hours of whining!

I gave this book one star because I can't give it none or negative stars. It is right-to-life propaganda. No where in the description of this novel does it indicate the entire storyline is about two (poorly developed) characters struggling with the decision they made to terminate a pregnancy 10 years earlier, both of whom are apparently totally paralyzed by their past and unable to accept the basic tenant of their proclaimed faith: God forgives. Not only could the story have been told in about 30 minutes, it will be offensive to anyone who is not a diehard right-to-lifer. The description of the book is deceptive. I want my credit back.