Well-Written and Thoughtful
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In my review for book #2, I said the male lead, Jonathan, is the perfect book boyfriend. Now, after reading this, and without giving too much away, I find him even more intriguing.

As the title suggests, SUBMIT is about Monica deciding whether or not she wants to accept Jonathan as her Dom. At the same time, she's trying to find closure with Kevin and advance in her singing career. The characters are very well fleshed-out and the writing is exceptionally good. I plan on reading book #4 tomorrow, and then I suppose I've have to sit on may hands waiting for book #5.
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Thoughtful and well-written, this book reveals a part of medicine that is often overlooked: how a patient's (and a doctor's) preconceptions and prejudices affect the doctor-patient relationship.
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Beautifully written and thoughtful!  I look forward to reading it each day.  The author tells a short personal experience and provides relevant Bible verses.  Each, "5 minutue" section gives the reader a greater sense of God's love.
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This novel is uniquely written and quite thought-provoking as the characters thoughts, flaws and then strengths are revealed.  Watching the family grow apart then together as they face a tragic accident is inspiring.  The book does not offer the comic relief that most of Scottoline's books have in common but is, nonetheless, well written and provactive.
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I enjoyed this book a lot, because I thought it embraced the somewhat freakish and desolate quality of life in upstate New York. The author treats her subjects as if she not only "gets" them, but is one of them, which makes all the difference in this kind of writing (as opposed to what I generally call "animals-in-the-zoo" treatment.) There are some brutally sad scenes and some extremely touching moments, mixed in with the occasional LOL aside. Although it's a quick read, it comes across as thoughtful and consistent -- i.e., the ending is as good as the beginning, which is rare -- and stays with you for a long time. I look forward to more from Rebecca Barry!
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I read Tom Wright's book in preparation for a Holy Land pilgrimage through my church and St. George's College in Jerusalem, and the book provided me with a terriic spiriual basis for that trip. The book is both thoughtful and thought provoking. My pilgrimage was all the more meaningful when viewed through the lens of Tom Wright's excellent book.
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Dr. Dychtwald has written a thoughtful book that truly makes me think about how I view the purpose of my own life and the way I have and will spend my time.  With the economic turmoil we are experiencing, the message to take a look at what is really important and significant in one's life is not only relevant but incredibly important.  This is a well written, enlightening read that is sure to make you think.
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This book is thoughtfully written, including reflections from the author's own experiences, whom writes with obvious compassion for the reader. I was deeply encouraged by the stories of biblical women highlighted, woven with understanding of the pain of loss that comes with infertility, and the path of walking with God through such sorrow. Loss and infertility can be emotionally exhausting - this book was written in a way that the reader could move through and glean at their own pace. I recommend this book to anyone experiencing infertility themselves, or those who love someone experiencing such loss. How good to remember and read that God has not left the barren woman alone, but abides with us in our darkest places, and brings hope and redemption through His son Jesus, even in our sorrow.
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I became familiar with this book recently because of the Tragically Hip song "Courage" which uses a quote from this book in the lyrics.  I'm glad I gave the book a try.  It is an enjoyable, thoughtful read that paints a vivid picture of Canada and reflects on what are the most important issues in life when one is confronted with death.

The story is set during the during the Depression and WW2 in Montreal, and it involves the lives of a married couple, George and Katherine, and the wife's first husband, Jerome, who was presumed dead after being tortured by the Nazis.  MacLennan is very successful at portraying George's mixed emotions about Jerome's return to Montreal.  Jerome has had a profound positive influence on George's adult life, but George also fears for his wife's health, and his marriage.  MacLennan is very knowledgeable about the social structure of Montreal, and is excellent at describing rural Canada, and urban Montreal.

The Watch that Ends the Night taught me a lot about Canada, and I plan on reading Two Solitudes to learn even more.
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Reading this book is like reading the journal of an observant, insightful friend.

This book is refreshing and easy to read. I don't mean that the writing is boring or overly simple, but that it's so well written, it goes down smoothly like good writing should. Tsh covers A LOT of topics in short chapters that are easy to digest, but leave you lots to think about.

She shares stories and details that surround meaningful topics for American families to consider and mull over. The tone is friendly and encouraging, acknowledging the real challenges of living out your values. She's never judgmental or critical of the hurried western way of life, but instead offers a gentle but confident challenge that it's possible and it's worth it.

Disclaimer: I know Tsh personally outside of the online world. So, I was definitely already generally positive in her direction, however, on the other hand, I had higher expectations. This book is worth reading. It's not just a repeat of content from her blog. You will be inspired. You'll be both comforted and challenged. And you'll enjoy following the stories of her life and watching the wisdom unfurl.
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A thoughtful, well written and constructive dialog. Seemingly unbiased, this book provides an uncommon perspective on the Zimbabwe I know and lived in. The writing paints a lucid picture of the country's evolution, serving to demystify and unravel an understanding of this land and its people since the days of ancestors far removed. I find particular interest in the analysis of the years from independence up to the time of publishing. Delivering a practical review of her triumphs and a sobering look at her faults, this writing is largely dispassionate about events, draws out the popular emotional sentiment of "the people" in various theater of life, strikes at the facts as they are known, and provides a critical analysis of the history often argued over. This might be one of the most important writings on Zimbabwe in recent years, and I would particularly recommend this book to anyone seeking to comprehend beyond media headlines and popular rhetoric on Zimbabwe. Most importantly, this book strikes at the core of what it means to be a new nation, and its people, on the verge of achieving the ideals upon which that nation was founded, while at the same time attempting to address the layers of political, economic, social and other constraints that define its evolution. If you read clearly between the lines, this book conveys a theme and a perspective on the way forward for any new nation, and for what I believe could be Zimbabwe's more prosperous future.
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I was recommended this book by an acquaintance and was certainly not disappointed. The first-person narration provided an easy entree into topics that were both familiar and foreign. I look forward to passing on this sincere and thought-provoking book to friends!
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Smullyan addresses important questions about religion in a charmingly non-dogmatic manner. At the same time, he makes clear his own deeply held belief, which I share, that no one deserves eternal punishment. I think he needs to say more, however, about his claim that morality is not necessary for someone who has attained a high stage of spiritual development. It makes sense that someone who is highly developed spiritually will not even be tempted to do the wrong thing, but clear thinking about morality could still be necessary in order to know what is the right thing to do in a particular situation.
Smullyan's explanation of why he believes in an afterlife is thought-provokingly simple. He says that he can form no idea whatsoever of his own non-existence. This makes me wonder what form my existence might have taken before I was born.
Other intriguing ideas that Smullyan advances include: that it is more rational to believe in an evolving God than in a perfect God; that whether the miracles reported in the Bible actually took place is irrelevant to the question of whether Jesus is the incarnation of God; that it is more consistent with monotheism to suppose that no one is an incarnation of God; that the most plausible and promising religious, mystical, or metaphysical idea yet proposed is Richard Bucke's idea that humans who experience cosmic consciousness are evolutionary forerunners.
His writing style is enriched with humorous anecdotes. I heartily recommend this entertaining and important book.
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I am almost finished this well-written, thoughtful book.  Other readers who saw me with the book also loved it, and some mentioned that they are reading her first book for their current book in their clubs.
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I really enjoyed this book. The narrative was engaging and the themes that were explored thought-provoking. It is well worth it to get a copy and read for yourself. I give it four stars because, while a quality work, it is clear to me that the writing and storytelling have room to become more refined.
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Rachel Naomi Remen provided me with much to think about.  I found this book to be thoughtful and inspiring.  Her stories and experiences are told in short stories that touch deeply into the human spirit.  I am grateful for her writings.
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A well-written, thought-provoking book.  The subject is not for the faint of heart, but the author handled it beautifully.