Reviews by Janet Reeves
The Clouds Roll Away
On 3/6 Janet Reeves wrote: The Clouds Roll Away is a novel that is kind of hard to describe. Written in the first person, it reminds me of the classic pulp fiction detective stories—Sam Spade, Mike Hammer. But the cynical detective is quite different from those characters. She's a fairly young woman, who happens to be a Christian—and ... Book Review: The Clouds Roll Away
66 Love Letters
On 2/17 Janet Reeves wrote: This book is amazing! Dr. Larry Crabb had a great idea. In the prologue to the book, he explains how he came up with it. Desperately longing to hear God's Voice, he realized that God speaks through His Word, the Bible. He decided to read through the Bible with this thought in mind, seeking God's personal ... Book Review: 66 Love Letters
Nelson's Complete Book of BIble Maps and Charts, 3rd Edition
On 2/3 Janet Reeves wrote: I am so excited about this new Bible study resource! Thank you, Thomas Nelson publishers for sending it to me. Arranged like a study Bible, without the actual Bible, it has a chapter for each of the 66 books, plus introductions to collections of books—the Pentateuch, the Gospels, and so on. Each chapter ... Book Review: Nelson's Complete Book of Bible Maps and Charts
The Gospel According to Lost
On 1/14 Janet Reeves wrote: When my husband and I were browsing through a local bookstore a few weeks ago, we stumbled across a whole series of books devoted to the religious ideas of popular sci-fi/fantasy movies and TV shows. Star Trek, Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica—even Spiderman! We laughed and laughed. We didn't buy any ... Book Review: The Gospel According to Lost
Jesus Lives
On 12/10 Janet Reeves wrote: Sarah Young is quickly becoming one of my favorite devotional writers. This is the second book of hers that Thomas Nelson Publishers has sent me to review, and I am not disappointed. I plan to read the third, which is actually her first, as well. In Jesus Lives, as in Jesus Calling, Sarah Young shares ... Book Review: Jesus Lives
The White Horse King
On 11/23 Janet Reeves wrote: The back of the book advertises The White Horse King as “a mythic adventure story that stirs the imagination and races the heart.” So—I was expecting to read of an adventure, something like First Knight or The Three Musketeers set in Viking times. Instead I got a documentary. There’s nothing ... Book Review: The White Horse King
The Sacred Meal
On 11/10 Janet Reeves wrote: Nora Gallagher has a unique writing style. I enjoyed reading, “The Sacred Meal,” and it definitely made me think. I agreed with some statements from every chapter, but at the start of each, I wondered if I would. Rather than state her point at the outset, Gallagher reminisces, moving from story to ... Book Review: The Sacred Meal
Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain
On 10/29 Janet Reeves wrote: This is one of those rare books that I just want to go out and purchase several copies of to give to people I know. The pages were overflowing with helpful and encouraging information. As I went about my days after reading portions from the book, I found myself, several times, recalling passages to apply ... Book Review: Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain
Green
On 10/12 Janet Reeves wrote: I can’t say Green was a pleasant read—but it was worth my time. I think. (The non-ending still has me perplexed.) Green is a story of fallen mankind, and God’s plan to restore, and Satan’s plan to destroy. It’s an allegory of the biggest spiritual battle of all time. And what’s spiritual, ... Book Review: Green
Called to Worship
On 9/15 Janet Reeves wrote: While I’ve heard of studying the Bible this way, this is probably the first time I’ve seen the results from someone who’s done it. In “Called to Worship,” Vernon Whaley follows the biblical theme of worship from Genesis to Revelation to give us a comprehensive picture of the concept. The book ... Book Review: Called to Worship
Fearless
On 9/8 Janet Reeves wrote: Imagine your life without fear—that’s hard to do. Yet Max Lucado has made a list of many of the things we fear daily and, in this book, shows us how to turn that life-stunting fear into a healthy trust in God. He also teaches us why we should and why God is worthy of that trust—in all situations. As ... Book Review: Fearless
Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
On 8/15 Janet Reeves wrote: Rick & Bubba’s Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage is a sweet combination of light-hearted silliness and the wisdom borne of experience. Making no claim to be marriage experts, these radio personalities share stories from their lives, jokes in good taste, and lessons learned, not only about ... Book Review: Rick & Bubba's Guide . . .
What's He Really Thinking?
On 7/27 Janet Reeves wrote: By listening to men talk about their lives, wives, families, issues, and concerns through her many years as a therapist, Paula Rinehart has come to understand men. Better than that, she’s figured out how to explain them to the rest of us! (She even knows why boys stick things up their noses. I’d ... Book Review: What's He Really Thinking?
Notes From The Tilt-A-Whirl
On 7/13 Janet Reeves wrote: I did not enjoy reading Notes from the Tilt-a-Whirl—at all. I usually try to find something nice to say when I review a book, even if I haven’t particularly cared for it, but this book was offensive to me. N.D. Wilson is obviously highly intelligent and well-educated. He’s a deep thinker with ... Book Review: Notes from the Tilt-a-Whirl
Between Wyomings
On 6/20 Janet Reeves wrote: Fans of music from the 60’s and 70’s may really enjoy the stories shared in Between Wyomings by former record producer Ken Mansfield. On a three month road trip in a van named Moses with Mansfield’s wife, Connie, and two fully-loaded iPods, Mansfield reminisces about some of the significant events ... Book Review: Between Wyomings
Jesus Calling
On 5/25 Janet Reeves wrote: Jesus Calling by Sarah Young, a missionary with a unique story to tell, is a one-year daily devotional with a thought-provoking twist. Young writes to readers as if Jesus is the one delivering the message. She has Him quote Scripture throughout to subtly show these are things He truly would say. Yet ... Book Review: Jesus Calling
Face of Betrayal
On 4/30 Janet Reeves wrote: Face of Betrayal is the story of three women whose jobs bring them together so that a strong friendship is born. One is a federal prosecutor, one a reporter, the third an FBI special agent. They find their paths crossing as each plays her unique role in fighting crime; they call themselves, “The Triple ... Book Review: Face of Betrayal
The Noticer
On 4/27 Janet Reeves wrote: I think you could say this book is a combination novel, self-help, motivational read. It’s a fictional story about a homeless man who is helped by a mysterious stranger who claims to be a noticer. His wisdom comes from noticing what others tend to miss. The homeless man’s life is forever changed ... Book Review: The Noticer
His Name is Jesus
On 4/15 Janet Reeves wrote: A beautiful hardcover book with a matching, protective slipcase, His Name Is Jesus by Max Lucado would make an ideal gift for someone not yet acquainted with his work. I am certain it would also be appreciated by someone who enjoys reading Lucado’s books, but hasn’t collected them all over time. ... Book Review: His Name Is Jesus
In the Footsteps of Paul
On 3/22 Janet Reeves wrote: Technically, In the Footsteps of Paul, is a pictorial gift book. Truly, though, it’s a well-designed storybook about the life and journeys of the Apostle Paul—complete with pictures that help the reader see there really was a flesh and blood person who lived the life one reads about in God’s Word. The ... Book Review: "In the Footsteps of Paul"
Rachel's Tears
On 3/7 Janet Reeves wrote: Rachel’s Tears is a must-read for parents of teenagers and those who work with them—ministers, educators, mentors, and such. Rachel’s father thinks of her life “as an example of the amazing things that can happen when any of us, no matter how ordinary, open our hearts to God’s deep and boundless ... Book Review: Rachel's Tears
The Great Eight
On 2/19 Janet Reeves wrote: I enjoyed the book, The Great Eight. Scott Hamilton combines stories from his life, his Christian testimony, figure skating analogies, and several worthwhile life lessons with his unique sense of humor, honesty, and common sense to make many good points. The tone of the book was upbeat, positive, and ... Book Review: The Great Eight
What's Age Got To Do With It?
On 1/29 Janet Reeves wrote: Robin McGraw was the perfect person to write this book. She enjoys doing research and is passionate about maintaining good health. As she has protected her own, she wants to help other women keep or improve theirs. As a result, the book is full of valuable information. When I first began reading it, ... Book Review: What's Age God to Do with It?
Rex
On 1/11 Janet Reeves wrote: I was so thankful for the opportunity to read this book! It’s the story of God’s miraculous work in the lives of two incredible people: a multiply-disabled, musical savant and his lovingly dedicated mother. The book starts out sad as Cathleen Lewis learns about one after another of her son’s disabilities ... Book Review: Rex
Word of Promise Next Generation New Testament MP3 Set
On 12/20 Janet Reeves wrote: Over the past few weeks, I’ve been listening to this audio New Testament—on my computer, in my truck, even through my TV. It’s the entire New Testament on three MP3 disks, read by celebrity teens and young adults, for teens and pre-teens. I have mixed-thoughts on this product, but overall, I think ... Book Review: The Word of Promise Next Generation New Testament
Through the Storm
On 11/28 Janet Reeves wrote: My heart has gone out to this mother for some time. I had heard that she’s a Christian and suspected that things hadn’t gone the way she’d hoped for her daughters. The media has been much too harsh with this family. When I learned of this book, I decided that if Lynne Spears wanted to have her ... Book Review: Through the Storm