A breath of fresh air!!
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This book is like a breath of fresh air. David McDonald has created a delightful book with creative imaginings, and "what ifs" that stretch your mind and cause you to consider new ways of being the Church. It is insightful, boundary-pushing, and imaginative. The book's format makes it easy for the fast-paced reader, but I recommend treating it like a devotional or contemplative study book to allow time to use the ideas presented as a springboard for your own creative thinking.

As I began reading the book I was reminded of the simple wonder and joy children experience in life. And that's exactly what McDonald is trying to bring us back to, the wonder and joy of being the Church that makes others want to see what it's all about. In our current chaotic culture of fear, division, violence, and chaos, this book offers a timely challenge to creatively and strategically bring about a new reformation in the Church.

This is a book every christian leader should read and discuss.
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Robin opens a window to let in fresh air regarding the difficult topic of depression. Her down-to-earth, first person narrative that is filled with warm humor gives refreshing insight and hope to both those who live with depression and those of us who share our daily lives with people in depression.  I carry away new understanding of the thought processes of depression which will help me combat this disease. Thank-you, Robin, for the courage you found to share your experience so we can learn and overcome.
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A breath of fresh air in terrible times when most of the main stream media does not give us an impartial view
of events. Sometimes they even  choose  to avoid  important news that  they do  not like.
I loved the way this book  deals with the media mockery of terrorist threats, and also with those who have the nerve to try to kill talk radio.
THis is a book based on a lot of research and it has been a big help to me to focus on the ideas of the candidates to the Presidency putting aside what is not really important.
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This book is a breath of fresh air. Sheba brings a healthy perspective to roles and our daughter loves reading it with us. There have been some thought provoking discussions that have been born from us reading it together and I would highly recommend!
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This book was a breath of fresh air.  The story is beautiful, the lessons taught are practical and important and the illustrations are engaging.  Knowing that the profits from the sale of the book go to a good cause puts the icing on the cake!!!!  I highly recommend this book.
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Sharon Cormier's book "Where The Lotus Blooms" is like reading a breath of fresh air. Ms. Cormier provides such an approachable understanding of the benefits of the yoga practice and how it applies to one's daily life.  It gives readers practical ideas for incorporating a yoga practice for themselves and the explanation of the eastern philosphies behind the practice. She incorporates her own process and challenges and how her practice has strengthened her and has become her way of living.  It also shows how yoga develops a deep love for self- giving oneself permission to listen and heal through the yoga practice.  What a wonderful read that you can also use for daily meditations.  You just feel good while reading it.
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Beth is indeed a "breath of fresh air". Her optimism is shown time and time again throughout this book. It is well written & refreshing. I admire her for her bravery and spirit of exploration. I can't wait to see what she does next.
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A wonderful, inspiring... MOTIVATING read! A fresh new perspective that will help you re-think much of the world & how you perceive it!! And realize .. Age will not define you! There is so much still out there to live & enjoy!! It is time for a "re do"!! This book is an easy read & full of inspiration, fun, awareness ... Fill your "toolbox" with inspiration to grab ahold of life & start a new journey!
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Such a breath of fresh air--a clean and funny historical romance that kept my interest!  After reading this book, I looked to see what else this lovely author had written!  My only complaint was the abrupt ending--my Kindle said I had 10% more book to read, but it was a preview for the author's next book releasing in May 2015 (which I will check out!).
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This book was a breath of fresh air, with ordinary people becoming inveigled in political conspiracies, and an element of the supernatural; all set against a background of the American colonial era just before the Revolutionary War!
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What a breath of fresh air! This fun spirited book features a delightful and fully realized central cast. If you're looking for an engaging romance novel, then look no further!  The author displays a careful and artistic flare for story telling, and I cannot wait for the next book in the series!!
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Absolutely LOVE this book; Fresh Breath of Air!

I purchased this book for my 8 year old daughter. With everything thats happening around the world these days such as wars, hate, etc.,this is a fresh breath of air!  The author touches on a few interesting point of views on unity, diversity, and inclusiveness. Initially, I was unsure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and breadth this book offers.  This book is visually excellent  with great pictures and simple poems. The author touches on broad spectrum of Gods creation and wonders, from plants to planets, sun, moon, stars, animals, oceans, birds, and heavens to name a few. There are 25 pages in the book, the book is fairly longer than other picture based children's books. I really liked the cover page where multi-racial kids holding their hands standing on top of the globe. This book also encourages children to be thankful to God and pay gratitude.  LOVE LOVE this book!!
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What a breath of fresh air .... With all the trouble and stressors in the world....sit yourself down for some damn good music, soulful performances...and just overall good time with a funky NYC backdrop. Could have been majorly schmaltzy, but didn't go there...kept it fresh and real. Yeah, sentimental at times, but if it's done right, there's nothing wrong with that!
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Beautiful story! This book is a breath of fresh air! It's romantic, humorist and keeps you on your toes! It is written so well! Not your typical boy meets girl they fall in love with one bump in the road....NO it fresh , original and PERFECT! I recommend it to everyone!
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This book is like a breath of fresh air. I have never Read anything like this. I couldn't Put this book down....what a brillant storyline!  It will not disappoint!
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I am so pleased that I took this book to review. It was the breath of fresh air that I needed to get my interest in reading back up to where it should be after a dry spell. I was hooked after the first page, and didn't pull my nose out until the last word.

Stealing the Marbles contains the things I enjoy most when reading:; suspense, adventure, mystery, romance, and smattering of humor. This is a combination that works well, and will hold the reader's attention. Of course it sure doesn't hurt that the writer author has major skill!

I found the characters to be diverse as well as unique. Daniel is like an onion;: you have to peel away the layers to figure him out. In the beginning, I found myself unsure of him or his motives; however, yet while the story progresses, I came to an understanding of his inner -workings. He is memorable, and his story is one not to be missed.

I felt as if I got a glimpse into a lifestyle that I know nothing about and came out rooting for a thief because I understood the "why" of his job choice and I liked the way his mind worked.

I truly enjoyed the relationship between Daniel and Kaz. It gave me a sense of deep satisfaction, because, . Eeven though they have troubles, their love endures. It wasn't over-the-top like so many other romantic encounters but. It had a complete air of reality.

The secondary characters are strong, and add a wonderful depth to the story. I found myself enjoying them just almost as much as the main characters.
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This book is a breath of fresh air, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of reading it!  I found myself wanting to crawl inside the story and become a part of it: to walk the hall's of Nana's antebellum estate, to eat a hearty southern meal with Granny Bob, and of course to rediscover the charms of Eden Grove with John Hunter at my side!  Mrs Baugh has created an indelible tale with strong, lovely characters and as I turned the last page, I was sad to let them go.