Reviews by Alison Smith
Read and Share: The Story of Easter
On 3/9 Alison Smith wrote: “The Story of Easter” is an excellent telling of Easter for children. The book starts with Jesus sending his disciples to get the donkey He would ride into Jerusalem and goes through to His ascension into heaven. Each section is titled and has the corresponding Scripture references. There is also ... The Story of Easter Story Retold by Gwen Ellis Illustrated by Steve Smallman
Winston Churchill
On 2/25 Alison Smith wrote: Winston Churchill by John Perry is a short biography of Churchill from birth to death. The book reads very factual, giving both the good and the bad about Churchill. As I have never read much about Churchill except for the information in history classes in regards to WWII, this was all new for me. The ... Christian Encounters: Winston Churchill By John Perry
Beautiful Things Happen When A Woman Trusts God
On 2/14 Alison Smith wrote: Beautiful Things Happen When A Woman Trusts God By Sheila Walsh “Beautiful Things Happen When A Woman Trusts God” by Sheila Walsh tells her personal experience with trust as well as several Biblical characters experience with trust. Sheila Walsh tells of her struggle with depression and how she ... Beautiful Things Happen When A Woman Trusts God By Sheila Walsh
The Long Way Home
On 1/27 Alison Smith wrote: Charlie West is your average teenager trying to make it through high school, spend time with his friends, and continue his karate training. But in an instant his life changes. Now Charlie is on the run from the police for murder, and even worse, running from terrorists that want to kill him. He has lost ... The Long Way Home
Healing Sands
On 12/4 Alison Smith wrote: Healing Sands A Sullivan Crisp Novel By Nancy Rue & Stephen Arterburn Healing Sands brings Ryan Coe to face her anger and the emotions the anger covers. Ryan has moved to New Mexico to be near her two sons, both in her ex-husband’s custody. Her oldest son, Jake, is charged with murder and taken to ... Healing Sands
The Tallest of Smalls
On 10/25 Alison Smith wrote: The Tallest of Smalls By Max Lucado Illustrated by Maria Monescillo The Tallest of Smalls is a children’s book that is a parable from Max Lucado’s adult non-fiction book, Fearless. The story is told in a rhyme that will draw children’s attention as it tells of the importance of the 6 o’clock ... The Tallest of Smalls By Max Lucado Illustrated by Maria Monescillo
Voices of the Faithful, Book 2
On 9/24 Alison Smith wrote: Voices of the Faithful Book 2 Compiler and Monthly Introductions by Kim P. Davis Series Creator and Introduction by Beth Moore Voices of the Faithful Book 2 is a 366 day devotional book written by missions workers across the world. Each day starts with a Scripture verse followed by a mission worker’s ... Voices of the Faithful Book 2
Fearless
On 9/8 Alison Smith wrote: Fearless by Max Lucado Fearless is a book written especially for the fears of today. Most people have at least one major fear, if not many. Max Lucado has gone through many major fears of today’s world, such as jobs, or lack thereof, wars, financial issues, our economy, terrorism, and global warming. ... Fearless by Max Lucado
Faces in the Fire
On 8/25 Alison Smith wrote: Faces in the Fire by T.L. Hines Faces in the Fire is a book about the supernatural. Several different characters’ lives are intertwined by one set of ten numbers. Each section of the book tells an event from one person’s viewpoint until the end of the book, when the events and relationships ... Faces in the Fire by T.L. Hines
Read and Share Toddler Bible
On 7/31 Alison Smith wrote: Read and Share Toddler Bible Stories Retold by Gwen Ellis, Illustrations by Steve Smallman The Read and Share Toddler Bible retells 25 Old Testament stories and 15 New Testament stories in a way young children can understand and will be interested. Each story has the Bible references the story is ... Read and Share Toddler Bible Stories Retold by Gwen Ellis, Illustrations by Steve Smallman
Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
On 7/18 Alison Smith wrote: Rick & Bubba’s Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage is not your typical book on marriage. This book is a light read with lots of humor, while still containing good advice for all couples. Rick and Bubba use many examples from their own marriage, as well as poking fun at typecasts in marriage. ... Rick & Bubba’s Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage by Rick Burgess and Bill “Bubba” Bussey
I Believe Bunny
On 6/30 Alison Smith wrote: The I Believe Bunny by Tish Rabe is a very cute story with great meaning behind it. During an ordinary, rainy day, Bunny is called upon to help save Little Mouse, who is in danger of drowning. During this rescue, Bunny prays to God in faith for help and shortly thereafter receives help from friends. This ... The I Believe Bunny by Tish Rabe
Jungle Jack's The Wackiest, Wildest, and Weirdest Animals in the World
On 6/4 Alison Smith wrote: This book is a wonderful read for children and adults. Each page focuses on a different animal and the characteristics that make it wacky, wild, or weird. From lions and elephants to echidna and binturongs, there is something for everyone to discover. Many of the facts can be used in school projects ... The Wackiest, Wildest, Weirdest Animals in the World by Jack Hanna
Face of Betrayal
On 5/10 Alison Smith wrote: Face of Betrayal by Lis Wiehl with April Henry Face of Betrayal is an exciting story filled with suspense, mystery, and emotion. A 17 year old girl is missing and three women, affectionately calling themselves the “Triple Threat Club”, are working hard to find Katie Converse before her body is ... Face of Betrayal
The Noticer
On 4/27 Alison Smith wrote: The Noticer Andy Andrews Perspective. After reading The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, the word perspective will bring a rush of thoughts and feelings. Told from a first person point of view, the reader learns about a man named Jones that brings a new perspective to each person he meets. He explains that ... Perspective
His Name is Jesus
On 4/22 Alison Smith wrote: His Name Is Jesus, by Max Lucado, is an incredible compilation of Lucado’s writings. Passages are taken from many of his books, such as God Came Near, Just Like Jesus, Next Door Savior, and Cure for the Common Life. The book details Christ’s life from the womb to the resurrection. Max Lucado brings ... Incredible Compilation
The Read & Share DVD Bible - Volume 1
On 3/14 Alison Smith wrote: This DVD for children starts with the creation story and ends with the parable of the prodigal son. Some of the most well known stories from the Bible are told for children in a very simplified version and portrayed by vivid cartoon drawings. Each section is around three minutes long, allowing children ... A Good DVD for Children
The Great Eight
On 3/6 Alison Smith wrote: I just finished reading “The Great Eight” by Scott Hamilton. Scott Hamilton makes this book easy to read by using parts of his life as examples to his eight ways to be happy. As a world known ice skater that has experienced testicular cancer and a brain tumor, he certainly knows what it feels like ... About "The Great Eight"