Reviews by Gail Pruszkowski
Buried Alive
On 2/25 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Buried Alive - The True Story of Kidnapping, Captivity, and a Dramatic Rescue by Roy Hallums is the compelling story of a man's will to survive. It's a white knuckle ride as you follow the author's unrelenting physical and psychological torment at the hands of Iraqi insurgents. Roy Hallums book provides ... Amazing Story of One Man's Will to Survive
The Sweet By and By
On 1/5 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: I'm a long time fan of Sara Evans. I love her music and I enjoyed watching her dance on the TV show "Dancing with the Stars," but I had no idea she could write - and write so well. The Sweet By and By is a collaborative effort by Sara Evans and Christian romance writer, Rachel Hauck so I don't know how ... The Sweet By and By written by Sara Evans and Rachel Hauck
Obstacles Welcome
On 12/18 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Obstacles Welcome is Ralph de la Vega's story. Part biography and part self-help book, it's all about his inspiring journey to achieve the American Dream. He opens up his life to readers and grants them access to his experiences. He willingly shares what he's learned as he faced and overcame life's challenges ... Obstacles Welcome by Ralph de la Vega
Beautiful Mess
On 12/6 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Beautiful Mess is a song that was recorded by the country music band Diamond Rio in 2002. It's also the title of their new book. I'm a fan of their music and I was excited to get a review copy of the book from the publisher, Thomas Nelson. Diamond Rio is a very successful band and I loved getting a look ... Beautiful Mess by Diamond Rio
Kabul 24
On 10/30 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: The reports of arrests and kidnappings of Westerners in the Middle East are truly horrifying. I've often wondered why people travel to areas of unrest and put themselves in jeopardy. After reading Kabul 24 I have a better understanding of the dedication and faith of those who choose to answer a call ... Kabul24 by Henry O. Arnold and Ben Pearson
Find Your Strongest Life
On 10/5 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Many women, myself included, have bought into the Superwoman myth, the idea that you can have it all. Yes, women today have more options than ever before, so why are we less happy than at any other time in history? We're stressed because the demands of juggling job, home and family leads to feeling unfulfilled ... Find Your Strongest Life: What the Happiest and Most Successful Women Do Differently by Marcus Buckingham
A Man of His Word
On 9/14 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Kathleen Fuller's A Man of His Word is a light read about love, relationships and betrayal in an Amish community. The author skillfully depicts life in the village of Middlefield, Ohio, the fourth largest Amish settlement. Moriah Byler is looking forward to marrying her childhood sweetheart, Levi Miller, ... Love and Betrayal in an Amish Community
Fearless
On 9/8 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Fear begins in infancy with separation anxiety. A few years later and we are afraid of the dark and the monster under the bed. When we become teenagers, our biggest fears are rejection, being different and doing poorly in school. As adults, we fear responsibility, unsatisfied ambitions and death. Unfettered ... Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear by Max Lucado
Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
On 8/4 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: One week ago my husband and I were packing for a vacation at the beach. I have so many books on my "to be read" list I was having trouble deciding which ones to bring. It turned out to be an eclectic mix - science fiction, paranormal romance, urban fantasy and "Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly ... Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage by Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey
I Believe Bunny
On 7/1 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: "The I Believe Bunny" written by Tish Rabe and illustrated by Frank Endersby is part of a new series for young children. Boys and girls can identify with the adorable bunny who will teach them how to put their faith into action. In this book Bunny teaches about the power of prayer.Bunny comes across ... The I Believe Bunny by Tish Rabe
It Happened In Italy
On 6/22 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: The destructive legacy of the Holocaust affected not only those who lived through the persecution, evacuations and internments but their future generations as well. Memoirs written by the children of survivors relate stories of how the atrocities suffered by their parents fractured family relationships ... It Happened In Italy by Elizabeth Bettina
Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions
On 5/28 Gail Pruszkowski wrote: Have you ever wondered about the roots of Islamic Militancy, the schism in the Anglican Communion or the history of Kabbalah? What are the teachings of the Satanic Bible? Who is the founder of the Scientology religious philosophy? What are the rules for Sikh living? James A. Beverley has left few stones ... Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions: A Comprehensive Introduction to the Religions of the World by James A. Beverley