Author: molly.petersen

Under the Overpass by Mike Yankoski

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Post date February 7, 2006
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“Yankoski’s parents were right: It was crazy to live as a homeless person in six American cities for five months; fortunately, this crazy idea makes for quite a story.”

Under the Overpass is the story of two college-age guys who decide to put their faith to the test and live as homeless people on the streets. Though Mike’s accounts of street life are rather tame, compared to the build-up they’re given, he gives a unique perspective on the problem of homelessness. It also made me think of my attitude toward those I see on the street. This book is a fun, interesting read.Read more reviews on amazon (avaliable for Audio Version download)

Fiction General Fiction

Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell

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Post date February 1, 2006
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“At once audacious, dazzling, pretentious and infuriating, Mitchell’s third novel weaves history, science, suspense, humor and pathos through six separate but loosely related narratives. “

Covering such heavy topics as consumerism, cloning, materialism and reincarnation doesn’t make for light bedtime reading, but it does make for an interesting story — especially when it is comprised of six seperate characters, each from a different place and point in time. Though they don’t know each other their decisions are able to influence the future of the others. Complicated, yes, but worth a read, and great for bookclub discussions.

Christian Nonfiction

Tramp for the Lord by Corrie ten Boom

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Post date February 1, 2006
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“Tramp for the Lord continues Corrie ten Boom’s extraordinary journey of hope following the events recounted in her bestseller The Hiding Place. From her near-destitute days in postwar New York to heart-stopping adventures in Africa, Corrie’s inspirational life story proves that miracles do happen.”

Given the title, Americans might think this book is dodgey, but it is really the story of a Holocaust survivor’s travels around the world. Ten Boom is a fiesty, old gal who weaves her tale of struggling through World War II with where the Lord has since lead her. It’s a great book that would inspire anyone to pack a bag and see where the Lord takes them.

A Severe Mercy by Sheldon Vanauken

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Post date January 31, 2006
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This acclaimed story traces the idyllic marraige of Sheldon and Jean Vanauken, their search for faith, their friendship with C.S.Lewis and the tragedy of untimely death and love lost. It includes 18 letters by C.S.Lewis”

Though I categorize this book as a “love story,” I am reluctant to do so for fear of turning men, and some women, off of this powerful story of faith, intellect, and, yes, love. The book follows the true story of the poignant bond between the author and his wife, Davy, and how he must come to grips with her death. Vanauken writes of his personal spiritual battles, his longing for his dead wife and his friendship with another famous widower, CS Lewis, with a candor that kept me riveted.Read the full review on amazon