Didn't realize it was a religious book.
592596
Maybe it was my mistake, but I didn't realize I was buying a religious book. I lost interest and never finished it.  To be fair, if you are a Christian it might be a good read.  It just wasn't my thing..
3459294
The author is trying to push her own agenda for part of the book and the other part the author is pushing god and religion. Not what I was looking for.
4222852
I thought the book would be more geared towards the general public no matter your religion but it's not.
2979401
Most of the information in this book is really not earth shattering and is basic common sense. Also, this book is NOT for non-Christians and should really mention the fact that it is very Christian-based in its title or description-- I was completely taken aback by it and frankly, put off.
1636225
I guess this novel signs up with the usual religious prejudice of long time history. Apparently now it is the Mormons: next president in USA ? - hope not, as there are a lot of experience, that religion is not useful as a way of government (- too much oppression, theocracy and dictatorship) like many countries ruled by Islam.
but okay as leisure reading in the hammock
Annette Munch
1894872
I enjoyed the story-and I understand from reading some of the reviews that this is the authors first book. It's pretty good for a first book. It did get religion half way through that did not ring true. Suddenly everyone is praying for a sign from God and 'blessing' people? Didn't ring true to me. Seems like the author was attempting to convert readers. 3 stars.
2123467
While I do believe in Christ and consider myself a Christian, this is not the type of Christian religion that I choose to believe in.
The content I was looking forward to sharing with my daughter, and the content that I expected from the description of the book, was in this book. However, this book fell short of my expectations where the authors used their interpretations of the bible and scriptures as if everyone has chosen to worship as they do. There is nothing wrong with this, however there should be some mention of this in the online description.  Although this book is categorized with Christian reading selections, this is not apparent from reading the online description. If you are looking for a simple, non-religious book to help you get through the teen years, this is not it.
I believe that the authors intentions were only good, however I also feel deceived. It is my hope that those who have purchased this book, for the same reason that I did, have taken the time to review it before giving it to their child(ren).
174396
Did not realize this was a Christian book.  It is all about Christianity.
3637198
I had difficulty with the excessive (or existing) references to religion and prayer throughout the entire book. While (I believe) I have a healthy respect for all religions, the numerous references to God and prayer throughout the book made it impossible to for me to identify with or understand the characters. If you don't mind all the religious stuff, the book is... Okay.
I'm writing this review because I would have liked to know this before I decided to read it.
1100601
I sent it back.  Unfortunately, I did not realize it had a Christian message across the item.
629672
Based on the description of the author, I knew that this book would at least contain religious undertones.  However as I got further into the book, it became almost exclusively about religion and the author's relationship with God, while becoming less and less about infertility.  Unless you are a BIGTIME Christian, this book is definitely not for you.  I did not find this story at all helpful and ended up just flipping through the last several chapters.  Amazon should update the description of this book to give a true picture of what it is about.
4394614
I felt the book was more about the Dad and his religious believes then what the child had experienced. His description of what Jesus was wearing was diffidently from their religious teachings and not general knowledge.
3708535
I thought the story line was great and the characters are very well written. However, the book is EXTREMELY religious. In the details of the book it states Ivy has a close relationship with the "Curse Giver". I did not realize it was meaning God. No where does it say it is a religious book. Yet the entire book is about religion, God, faith and several pages are just bible verses. I wish the description would have stated it has a high religious context. Very dissapointed.
743298
I have been reading for almost 60 years and in that time I have not completed maybe 5 books.  This is one of those that came close.  This book, while well written, has marked religious content and I believe it is inappropriate to classify it in a general reading category as it fits more in a religious category.  If I want to read about religion, I will go to the Bible or the Koran or religious commentaries.  I don't need to be beaten over the head with a "novel" with heavy religious themes.  Also Amazon has to be taken to task for improperly advertising this book.
2301035
Not a big fan of religious books. A little heavy and repititous on religion and prayers part. But enjoyed this story and its message.
283016
I understand why this book was so popular when it was published. But in these days of the internet, none of what is mentioned is anything everyone doesn't already know by now. Also, I had no idea it was as "Christian-heavy" as it was. It was really misleading. It's not really about positive thinking. It's about hoping Christ will help you.
2758797
I bought this book looking forward to being able to become more assertive and to handle criticism or have difficult conversations with anyone. I started reading and to my dismay, there was a quote from the Bible. I thought this was just an example, in order to make a point, but the more I read, the more Biblical quotes started pouring from every page! I don't have a problem with religion, but this is not what I paid for. Finally, I turned to the back of the book, and the first shelving recommendation is Christian Living!!! Unbelievable! I was expecting a book that would give practical, scientific (the writers have doctorates) advice about a difficulty I am having, but instead, it is written for a religious Christian audience in mind.