Inspiring, touching and filled with love
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Beautifully written with love, wisdom and insight, Valery shares touching stories and life lessons interwoven with the ever-lasting love found in the word of God. Made me smile, cry and opened my eyes on the importance of living a life of love and forgiveness in Jesus Christ. Can't wait to see more work from this amazing woman!! X
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Something drew me to this book, I know now that it was for the journey. In the beginning I knew how it would end, but the journey through the months was quite surprising. I found myself laughing and crying right along with the characters. And I learned just as many lessons from the dear grandfather as they did. This book touched my heart in a way that is indescribable, it was exactly the lessons I needed to learn, the words I needed to hear, at just the right time in my life. God has a way, he gave Staci Stallings the incredible talent to write exactly what I needed. Thank you Ms. Stallings. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a wonderfully written, touching and warm book to cuddle up with and enjoy looking into your own world as you look into theirs .
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An absolutely beautiful and inspiring book! Beautifully written with an elegant choice of vocabulary and description. The author captured the essence of love, fear and relationships all in a whimsical and fun loving setting giving the deep meaning of this book a light hearted flow. Chapters were broken up to accommodate each characters point of view allowing me to truly grasp their feelings and empathize with their deepest desires and trials. The plethora of inspirational excerpts continuously paved a path of encouragement. The symbolism weaved through the text was unbelievable! The relationship portrayed between the father and daughter was shockingly realistic. The author painted their relationship in words so exquisitely that I felt as if I knew Sax and Sarah personally. Zoes character was a great asset to this book as well as her role in the plot. This tale was fresh, fun and topped with a recipe of self-discovery. A pure masterpiece! Five stars across the board.
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A beautiful story of Russell and Valerie finding love in a very unconventional way.  This story was heartwarming and touching to the soul.  Kate Roth did a wonderful job of making Val's emotions come through each page.  I could feel Val's sadness and the depth of her strength.  Russell is a "man" that restores faith and gives nurturing love.  This book invokes a range of beautiful emotions and reaffirms faith.  Kate Roth's ability to grab my attention and make me not want to put her books down is remarkable.  Looking forward to more from Kate Roth.
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Danny's book was filled with hope, and love.  Very touching and inspirational.  A story of love; hope; heartache; strength; recovery; inspriation; happiness, and love.  A full circle.
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I'm not articulate enough to say how beautiful and inspiring was this heartfelt look into the lives of a couple embraced by and embracing an incredible challenge to live life with grace and courage. I can't recommend it highly enough.
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This book has very much to offer. It's filled with stories that pertain to reality in which many can relate to or that many can look up too. Its filled with moving and inspirirational choices and stories in life. Its filled with love,
"real love" and it touches the heart on every level. It is also emotional and sad but through all the hard times life brings, it shows the ability to stay strong and move forward without grief taking over. This book filled with many inspirational stories has definately shined a light on my life as a struggling person to keep strong and move forward. In addition, this book is well written and well put together. I definately recommend this book to all readers.

Review by ~Michael Galante Jr.
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This is a frank and touching love story. It shows this public couple who, from outward appearances may seem to live above the fray, to be human, vulnerable, brave, and above all committed and obedient Christ-followers.

The challenges Ken faced in caring for his quadriplegic wife while teaching school full-time (though he had help), are not glossed over. In the course of the book we see both him and Joni grow in maturity and love for each other.

The way Joni handled her quadriplegia, combined with her continuing siege of excruciating pain, then topped with a fight against cancer had me speechless. I'm glad God knows what He's doing with lives that seem so unfairly burdened with tragedy. However through it all Joni is a glowing testimony first to Ken, and then to those whose lives she touches personally, in ministry, and now as readers of this book, of God's sufficient grace.

Ken was a rock. Even through the hardest times, he was determined to keep his vows. The part of the story that tells of his deepening relationship with God and how his heightened spiritual sensitivity became crucial during Joni's fight against cancer is a heads-up to all of us. We never know when the next trial will come. If we press into God during the ordinary times, He will prepare us for the challenges beyond.

This book is not only an interesting and well-told story but a great unofficial guidebook for any couple.
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Holly Payne's Kingdom of Simplicity is so full of love and hope, and the real meaning of forgiveness that I can hardly speak or see for the tears I shed at having finished this beautiful story.  My heart is so full and I am so thankful and feel so blessed for having had the experience of reading this inspiring work of art.
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When I got my author's copy of Overcomer's, Inc., I could not put it down.  The stories from authors of diverse backgrounds touched my being and my soul.  I was transported to experience great amazement at the demonstrated courage, strength, wisdom, resilience and spirit.

I was touched and inspired. I felt both joy and celebration and joined with the spirit of love and grace.  I experienced a deep appreciation for answering the call to contribute my story and be part of our collective vision to inspire, to touch, and join together to know that we are not alone in the journey of life.

During these current, tough times in my work with people as a holistic psychologist, a life coach, and diversity consultant, I have a direct window into the struggles and adversities being faced. I see this book touching many in profound ways and will recommend it as a companion and resource in their journey.

This book affirms for me that we are all spiritual beings having a human experience...that when shared, connects us with our common humanity in a spiritual way.
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A heart warming international love story filled with kindness, redemption and true purity. I laughed at the antics of Aunt Maggie and fell in love with Aunt Grace. The growing love between Ian and Emily is so sweet and touching. I'm already looking forward to reading it all over again. This is the kind of book you curl up with and read all day long.
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Such an inspiring and touching story. This book is testament of humanity and triumph of human spirit. I was so touched by author's story. I feel hopeful and love life as is in hardship or in chaos. I recommend everyone to read this book
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The Accidental Caregiver is a touching story of friendship, love and inspiration.  Maria Altmann is a truly remarkable woman who overcame great odds and never lost her optimism or zest for life.  This book captures her energy, wit and humor so that one feels as if they are a fly on the wall listening to she and Gregor talk about life, family, relationships and art.  It serves as a lovely reminder that everyone has vibrant and fascinating stories to tell and that being able to share them with loved ones is truly a gift.
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Beautifully written and Inspiring.  A story so brave and courageous to share.  I was captivated from beginning to end and my heart was filled with love and happiness knowing it had such a beautiful ending.....which was really her beginning:)
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This book is truly inspiring for anyone who has loved and lost a beloved pet.  I almost felt like I was actually there, interacting and sharing the special moments between Sherri and her beautiful dog.  They are the same ones you and I have everyday with our "babies".  It is a tail of inspiration and a reminder that every pet, young and older, deserves to live their years in a loving, nurturing home.  For me, it's made me consider future adoptions of older pets and that our jobs here on Earth are to love and care for each other - no matter the being. If you've lost a pet you will truly find comfort in reading this book, and may even find inspiration to write your own letter of love, and that is what this book is....a love letter.  If your life has been changed by a pet, or your pet has helped open your heart, like mine did for me, then you will definitely appreciate this book.  I am considering it as a gift for my pet loving friends for Christmas and you should too!!
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It is 5AM, and I just finished this book. I could not put it down as I read the chapters on how the author experienced the deaths of her beloved parents. So I kept reading, then got to the closing poem, then read the acknowledgements, and was still inspired. On I went -- to amazon to read the reviews, most of which are positive. However when a few people wrote they thought it was sappy, I had to write my own review. This book is a lovely story of a woman's journey to know herself, her strengths and weaknesses, and  embrace her true self. We learn how to live authentically by accepting, forgiving and loving ourselves. We are reminded to fully experience this journey. Allow in love and generosity, and be loving, generous, and patient -- and the end result is  more happiness and fulfillment.

Agapi's story is not sappy: it's authentic, moving, heartfelt and wise.
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Award winning author, Julie Lessman, has written a truly inspiring and beautiful novel in Isle of Hope.  This story reaches out and touches the hearts of its readers, capturing and stealing their attention along the way.  Readers will not want to put down this story of loss, hatred, betrayal, but most of all love and forgiveness between two neighbor families, especially two best friends.  This story brings to light some of lifes greatest challenges, but with the love of God all can be overcome.  I highly recommend this touching and spiritually uplifting story from Julie Lessman and greatly anticipate the next book in this series.

Series: Isle of Hope
Genre: contemporary, romance, Christian
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication date: October 15, 2015
Number of pages: 520

Content Rating: PG
Book Rating: 5 stars

A review copy of the book was provided by the author, Julie Lessman, via SLB Tours.