Even though John had to be helped twice by females ...
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Even though John had to be helped twice by females to survive, he had a plan to end Avi's quest against him. The plan shows his resourcefulness and fisical ability, even though he is getting older, which captivates the reader as you progress through the adventure. Very well thought out with enough details in locations and weapons to keep it interesting.
554428
The Girl In Blue by Ann Rinaldi was a good book. It has been a bit since I've read it, but I do remember that I would enjoy reading it again. The courage it took for the females who disguised themselves as males shows the strength and tenacity of women to survive in rough conditions, and more so, in a time when things like that just were not done. But our nation has had its share of female heroes in times of war, going back at least as far as the American Revolution and likely even further back in time than that.
325725
I enjoyed this book.  As of a matter fact, I will read it a second time.  I have also purchased one of this author's other books entitled, "Still The Best Hope".  I normally read good books twice as I get a lot more out of them the second time.  I have read some books two three times.  Good Work. The book can be found here&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Think-a-Second-Time/dp/006098709X/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Think a Second Time</a>&nbsp;at Amazon.
3100884
The author gave from the heart in her effort to help the orphans.  She was able to make a difference in wonderful ways, to  show care and compassion,  Living in a society that is mostly incomprehensible to our Western ways is fraught with frustrations time after time.  It was a wonderful story, she did what she could to help these children in unfortunate circumstances, and I applaud  her efforts.
1425587
Apprehension was what I first thought when I picked up this book, but as I read through, I thoroughly enjoyed the book.

Prayers were answered constantly throughout this book. Oh wait, God promises that He will answer our prayers doesn't He?

"And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it." (John 14:13-14)

The Barricks were praying that their Daughter would be able to function completely like she had before she had her accident, but God had other plans. He did not answer their prayers as they were hoping, but He did answer their prayers in great ways.

"Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us," Eph 3:20

I am amazed how much Jen, the daughter, was dedicated to using her life to glorify God. She didn't care that her life wasn't back to perfect because she was able to use her life now to the fullest for God.

Bethany house has been great in providing books for me.
1108725
Father John O'Mallory, the "Indian priest" at the Wind River Reservation, got a phone call from his Episcopal colleague at the other side of the res.  Father Nathan has received a message meant for Father John, which seems to indicate some old wars are heating up again.  In 1874, Shoshone warriors massacred Arapaho in the Bates Battle.  Now, 125 years later those left of the Arapaho have peacefully co-existed with the Shoshone at Wind River.  But all that might come to an end, as Father John decodes the message and finds the bodies of slain Shoshone at the site of the Arapaho massacre.

In the meantime, Vicky Holden trying to devote her law practice to the big issues of her tribe, currently working on documents related to the reintroduction of the wolf.  But she keeps being sucked back into representation of a young trouble-maker she's represented on DUI, assault, and burglary charges.  But this time, he might go down for the murders.

And Father John and Vicky both have other problems.  Father John's new assistant fears he'll never earn the same respect as the older priest.  Vicky's new law partner worries that she'll contunue to represent the lowlife, draining all her energy away from the big projects.  And just what is the relationship between Father John and Vicky?

Margaret Coel has given us another terrific mystery that keeps us guessing until the end, set among the peoples and places her readers have come to love.  Highly recommended.
2010390
I enjoyed this book but I think Nina was to hard on Jack.  He did a great job of trying to convince her he loved her and the baby.
3087009
A bit redundant.  Thumbs up to Betty. She tried hard in her decline.  So did her son and I think he truly cared for her but he needs to get a grip on his own life if he is going to be strong for himself as well as others.
3313055
I admire Michelle for her efforts in putting together her story.  She deserves nothing but respect for everything that she endured and experienced throughout her ordeal.  The other girls seem mean-spirited to leave her out of their lives.  Obviously, they saw her abuse and regardless of what she may have done to cause the loss of empathy by them, they should take responsibility for improving the divide that is obvious between them.  Michelle probably was more verbally aggressive with Castro, their kidnapper.  Maybe the other girls perceived that as Michelle having been a trouble maker.  However, Castro was clearly partial to them and they probably had to endure much less abuse from him because he appeared to have been more focused on the abuse of Michelle.  Michelle was probably hardened by the abuse she had already been subjected to prior to her kidnapping by Castro. She, therefore, may have handled him entirely differently than the other two girls.  They should recognize the pain they are subjecting Michelle to by their choice to separate themselves from her.  They should embrace her and allow her that comfort because they, above all, know what she has had to go through.  I can't imagine that Gina would want to do anything to cause more pain for Michelle after they spent so many years trapped together.  Surely that bond outweighs anything and everything that would cause Gina to remove herself from Michelle's life the way she apparently has.  To Michelle:  You go girl!  I'm impressed with who you are!  The odds should be in your favor now for a good life.  Don't allow the other girls to make you feel like an outcast.  Just try to remember that your character is above theirs and for whatever reason, they are not behaving like the grateful human beings that they should be being and the fault obviously lies with them and not you!
4742212
I enjoyed this book so much I had actually read it twice. I like how's she's a business women. I also like how she called a cab in shared it with a man. And how she was acting tough. But it was nice that she shared her cab with him. As i was reading I also noticed that she dosen't like surprises it makes her angry. And then the same man that she meet in the cab had ended up stuck in and elevator with her. But also when she and he got stuck in the elvator she had apologize to him for being so mean/rude with him. Which i thought that was nice. This book has some emotional events in it as well. Good read hope you get a chance to read it to.
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Reading this story was sometimes tough to take.  It was difficult to get over the abrasive ness of John's character.  Most of the behaviour was OTT!

If any man treated me like he did Sarah, I would be running for the hills!  Sometimes it is enough to get background information from a person to 'excuse' or 'explain' their behaviour.  But Sarah didn't even get that!  John practically bullied her into situations that clearly she was uncomfortable with.

But all in all it was an engaging interesting story.  I will be deleting it from my iPad tho as it wasn't good enough to be a keeper.
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I agree with some of the other reviewers that the book's main focus was not solely on Susanna, but on other members of the family as well, especially her husband. I had heard what a godly woman she was but this book shows her humanness as well, rebelling from her parents teaching at the age of fourteen. In going back to the Anglican church, she ascribed to a kind of works for salvation. I think her own sons Charles and John helped show her the way later in her life. Still, she had a difficult life and it was an interesting story.
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I am not a fatherless daughter; however, I purchased this book as a show of support for my friend who is one of the authors. Little did I know that this book would become a powerful resource for my daughters, and myself, as they now fit the category of "fatherless daughters" due to my husband recently filing for divorce. The emotions a daughter goes through when her father chooses to leave their mother and the impact it will have on them in the present and in the future was eye-opening. It gave me a better understanding of what they are experiencing, how it can influence decision-making when it comes to relationships with men. The differences between daughters who lose their fathers due to divorce or abandonment and those whose fathers have passed away is clearly defined, and the authors provide personal stories from women around the world who have faced these challenges. These women share their struggles and their successes, and what impact being a fatherless daughter has had on their life decisions and on their relationships. Denna Babul and Karin Luise touch on all the possible reasons fathers leave -- death, desertion, abandonment, divorce, drugs, alcoholism, etc. And with each scenario comes sound advice on how to cope either as the daughter or the people who love her. Denna and Karin covered all aspects of being fatherless, from the timing of the loss to coping mechanisms to missing your dad to moving forward. There was a spirituality to this book. As heartbreaking as it was to read about what fatherless daughters experience knowing that my daughters are going through this right now, I also felt a sense of comfort; I was comforted knowing that my daughters were going to be just fine, but that it would take time along with the love and support of me and the rest of our family. And, although I am not a fatherless daughter, I felt as if I was now part of a sisterhood...a sisterhood that shares a special bond brought about by a common loss.
4577731
When we were first introduced to the Miracle Girls, they were just four unique and very different girls who all survived accidents that were deemed to be fatal. Because of a writing assignment, as fate would have it this unlikely group was brought together.

In the first novel, Ana was the narrator. Now it is up to Christine to captivate us with her woes in life.

Seen as the loner of the group, Christine has her own style and way of doing things. Ever since her mother passed away in a car accident, a part of her went missing. Struggling to find herself again, Christine is used to keeping to herself, dressing the way she wants to, and only speaking how she really feels to the school's counselor - only when she is ready.  Still not able to fully cope with her mother's death, Christine can't seem to move on. However, her father is already on that road, preparing to marry The Bimbo.

Throw in a soon-to-be stepsister who invades her space, a boy that could possibly be a heartbreaker, and the fact that she is struggling with the new school year, and Christine needs all of the advice and support she can get.

However, the other Miracle Girls are having trouble sticking together, despite the fact that the summer had helped them bond, as each takes up their own agenda. Hopefully, the girls are able to forget their differences and band together to help their friend in need, or else them breaking up would not be so hard to do.

Dayton and Vanderbilt once again captivates the audience with BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO with the realistic situations and problems that will most likely connect with readers. The MIRACLE GIRLS is a great series full of substance and meaning that will make any parent willing to go out and buy a copy for their teen - and secretly for themselves, too.

Reviewed by:  Randstostipher "tallnlankyrn" Nguyen
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With a daughter who likes to take charge, our heroine enters the later stages of her life story. Unfortunately, I kept wanting to set the daughter on her butt and tell her to leave decisions to the person affected, namely our heroine. Other than that, the daughter was wonderful, and the story wrapped up in a satisfactory way.
559889
John has a secret that he can't share, but when young boys start dying, he looks for help. This novel was difficult to read because the subject is a hard one. However, I really liked how the author dealt with it. I found it hard to put down, and read it quickly because of that. I recommend it highly.
549120
Second half of the book was more engaging.

 It is difficult to track the large cast of characters, especially since so many of them have the same first names.  The characterizations of Thomas Jefferson offered new insignt into how he fared as husband, father, slave owner.  The women in the pre-Revolutionary and post-Revolutionary eras had hard lives indeed, with frequent child bearing, frequent loss of children, and hard physical work.