Reviews by Nancy Famolari
The Voice of Psalms
On 2/24 Nancy Famolari wrote: The psalms have always been one of my favorite parts of the Bible. The feeling of a people living close to nature comes through in this modern translation. I found it quite delightful. Some people might quibble that the translation is not completely true to the sources usually used for biblical translation, ... The Psalms in a Modern Context
Facing Your Giants
On 2/5 Nancy Famolari wrote: King David wasn't perfect and yet God loved him. If God loved David, a man of many faults, he can love us, too. I think that sums up the message of Max Lucado's latest book. Such a message gives hope to all of us. David, according to the Bible, faced many giants. He was far from perfect and committed ... David's Story – An Inspiration for Us Today
This is Your Brain in Love
On 1/21 Nancy Famolari wrote: For centuries people have struggled to explain love. I'm not sure Dr. Henslin completely succeeded in this task, but the book is very enlightening when it discusses the types of lover and the ways loves goes wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and feel that it brings a message of hope to anyone struggling ... Why do we love the way we do?
The King and Dr. Nick
On 1/5 Nancy Famolari wrote: The King and Dr. Nick is divided into two fascinating parts. First, we get a glimpse of the strange life of a super star; then, we witness what the media can do to derail a private citizen's life. Elvis Presley was a larger than life individual. This book leads us into Elvis's world and shows us the ... Worth Reading Whether you Remember Elvis, or Not.
The White Horse King
On 12/21 Nancy Famolari wrote: Benjamin Merkle makes Alfred the Great come alive. I knew very little about the “White Horse King” before reading this biography. Although, I'm not a fan of the retelling of ancient battles, these were interesting and led to the proposition that Alfred was more than a warrior. I didn't realize until ... Excellent Short Biography of Alfred the Great
Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain
On 11/29 Nancy Famolari wrote: Finding Purpose Beyond our pain is a very balanced and helpful look at why God allows pain in the world. When we are in the midst of a difficult life situation, we are often tempted to ask the question: Why me, God? This book gives an answer. Pain is an opportunity to grow and to find a better relationship ... Finding God's Purpose in Our Pain
Green
On 11/3 Nancy Famolari wrote: Green is promoted as the book that is both the beginning and the end of his latest four book series. Supposedly you can read this book without the other books and still understand and enjoy it. Unfortunately, if you're not familiar with the other books, including his previous books, and the characters, ... Engaging Fantasy – But You Need to Be a Fan
Obstacles Welcome
On 10/10 Nancy Famolari wrote: Managers, leaders, and You should read this book. In Obstacles Welcome, Ralph de la Vega give a blueprint for success. Having worked in the aerospace industry for years, I know Ralph is right. I've seen managers who follow his principles and succeed – against the odds – and I've seen and worked for ... No Problems, Only Opportunities
What Difference Do It Make?
On 9/28 Nancy Famolari wrote: In this heart warming sequel to “Same Kind of Different as Me.” Ron Hall and Denver Moore tell us what happened after the book was published. The stories of ordinary people suddenly realizing that they can do something to create change were remarkable. God does work miracles if you give him a little ... One Person Can Make a Difference
Beautiful Mess
On 9/11 Nancy Famolari wrote: The story of Diamond Rio is one of teamwork and commitment. When lead singer Marty Roe had vocal difficulties, the band didn't drop him. They worked as a team to solve the problem and won. This is a heart warming and inspiring story. Fans of the band and anyone looking for an inspirational story will ... Fans of Diamond Rio Will Love This Story
Fearless
On 9/8 Nancy Famolari wrote: The world is so full of things to fear sometimes it's hard to see anyplace where fear doesn't reside. We fear street violence, losing our possessions and home, losing our jobs, that our children will be hurt, and most of all we fear death. What wouldn't we give for the secret of how to live without fear? ... Life Without Fear
Faces in the Fire
On 8/15 Nancy Famolari wrote: Faces in the Fire traces the intertwined lives of four characters. Each has a serious problem: amnesia, drug addiction, lymphoma, and assassination, and each, in his or her own way, is withdrawn from contact with others, until a mysterious catfish symbol and a string of numbers enter their lives. I ... Strange, But Intriguing Novel
Everyday Greatness
On 7/31 Nancy Famolari wrote: Inspirational, compelling, a great read for our times: these are some of the ways people describe “Everyday Greatness.” I think it's more than that. It offers a glimpse, through a series of stories and quotes of people who live by their principles. Today, I think we need these insights as much, or ... Principles Count
The X and Y of Buy
On 7/13 Nancy Famolari wrote: Contrary to some commentators, women and men are different. Elizabeth Pace presents a succinct account of how and why. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the research. The studies cited clearly point out the differences and how brain chemistry is responsible. Elizabeth takes her own advice and laces the scientific ... A Too Simple Game Plan for Selling to the Sexes
I'll Make You An Offer You Can't Refuse
On 6/30 Nancy Famolari wrote: Michael Franzese tells it like it is. He knows what he's talking about and is able to use stories from his mob experiences to illustrate his lessons. Most of the discussions are standard business lessons. This doesn't mean that people follow the advice, but it is generally available. However, for me, ... Great Stories – Good Advice
Between Wyomings
On 6/12 Nancy Famolari wrote: Ken Mansfield, his wife, Connie, and Moses, his van, take a road trip into the past. Ken had an amazing career full of highs and lows. Retracing his steps in a road trip into the past made him think about the people he knew and some of the highlights and disasters of his life. I found the description ... A Road Trip into The Past
It Happened In Italy
On 5/8 Nancy Famolari wrote: Before reading this book, I had only heard the dreadful tales of Holocaust survivors from the German camps. Thanks to Elizabeth Bettina we now know that the Italian camps were humane and comfortable. It was heart warming to hear stories of Italians helping Jews survive the dreadful atrocities committed ... A Memory of Holocaust Survivors that Reads Like a Detective Story
Face of Betrayal
On 4/27 Nancy Famolari wrote: Three women are the faces of law enforcement. A young girl goes missing. Allison, the prosecutor faces the legal problems of getting an indictment for the supposed killer. Nicole, the FBI agent, must deal with the family and all the aspects of a federal investigation. Cassidy, the newswoman, follows ... Dramatic Mystery - Accurate Background Detail
The Noticer
On 4/27 Nancy Famolari wrote: The Noticer is a small book filled with hope. Who can't recognize themselves at one time or another in the people helped by Jones. The story that I found most relevant was the one about the lovers. Unable to perceive the loved expressed by the other because of different communication styles, each felt ... Make a Choice: Read the Noticer and Change your Life
The Rivers Run Dry
On 4/16 Nancy Famolari wrote: A disciplinary transfer moves FBI agent Raleigh Harmon from Richmond to Seattle. She's the new kid on the block and experiences all the hazing her male co-workers can dish out. Her crazy mother and not too stable aunt provide a counter point to the harsh world of violent crime. Throw in Claire the Clairvoyant ... Riveting Suspense Novel
The Great Eight
On 3/30 Nancy Famolari wrote: Scott Hamilton gives great advice for living whether you're a figure skater, an athlete of any kind, or just a person trying to have a happy life. I loved hearing his tales about figure skating. I knew nothing about it before reading this book and found the descriptions on the par with reading a good ... Great Read – Couldn't put it down!
Same Kind of Different As Me
On 3/13 Nancy Famolari wrote: The authors, one a wealthy art dealer, the other a homeless black man were unlikely to become friends. A remarkable woman, Debbie, the art dealer's wife, brought them together. This is the story of how these men overcame their prejudice, let down their guard and became friends for life. The truly remarkable ... A Story of Love, Loss and a Sustaining Friendship
Rachel's Tears
On 2/23 Nancy Famolari wrote: “Rachael's Tears” touches all or us as a testament to the faith of one young girl and to her parents understanding and love of God. As a parent myself, I find it hard to imagine the level of grief that her parents must have felt when Rachael was murdered by a classmate – and murdered for her faith. ... A Parent's Grief – A Child's Faith
This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/11 Nancy Famolari wrote: It's a joy to read a book on the treatment of ADD, PTSD, depression and anxiety that doesn't suggest a one-size-fits all treatment plan. When I was in grad school studying brain function and doing research on the use of psychoactive drugs in the treatment of chronic schizophrenics, many forms of mental ... It's a Joy to Find Such a Helpful Book on Brain Function
What's Age Got To Do With It?
On 1/21 Nancy Famolari wrote: “What's Age Got To Do With It?” is a catchy title, but it makes an important point. It's all right, in fact, it's necessary to take care of yourself so that you can give your best to others. Frankly, I think most women and men as well could profit from reading the first chapter and taking it seriously. ... The Message is 'Take Care of Yourself for your Loved Ones”
The Unseen
On 12/27 Nancy Famolari wrote: Have you ever felt that someone was watching you. How about the tiny hole in the ceiling that glitters when you look at it? It may be Lucas, or a member of the Creep Club. Lucas is a very sympathetic character. A loner, he lives vicariously watching people in offices. His thoughts and style of life ... Watching a Strange Urban Subculture
House of Dark Shadows
On 12/5 Nancy Famolari wrote: A creepy old house in the woods, mysterious noises, and a frightening intruder add up to a book you can't put down. When the Kings move into the old house in the woods, it's apparent almost immediately that something isn't right. Xander and his younger brother David think the strange manifestations are ... A Thriller with Deeper Meaning
In The Shadow Of The Sun King
On 11/23 Nancy Famolari wrote: Parsons has created a fast paced adventure that weaves the historical details of the persecution of the Huguenots into the story of one woman's courage to save her family and remain true to her faith. This is a must-read novel for aficionados of historical fiction. If the subsequent novels in the series ... Fast Paced Historical Adventure