Book Reviews

Synchronicity (book review)

I received a complementary copy of this book for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. “Have you ever been astonished by a striking coincidence? Indeed, so awestruck that you can’t help wondering whether there’s some kind of hidden order or organizing force at large in the universe?” writes Chris Mackey early in his new …

Unbroken (book review)

I first became aware of Louis Zamperini’s story through the movie Unbroken, released last Christmas.  After seeing the movie, I wanted to read Laura Hillenbrand’s book on which the movie is based: Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption.  The book did not disappoint – it is even better than the movie!  Zamperini’s troubled growing up …

Post Traumatic Church Syndrome (book review)

I received a complementary copy of this book for review purposes.  The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Evangelical Christianity was not working for Reba Riley.  Early in her book Post Traumatic Church Syndrome (PTCS) she shares a conversation she had with her Fundamentalist Christian mother. “Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No man …

Becoming Aware: How to Repattern Your Brain and Revitalize Your Life (book review)

I received a complementary copy of this book for review purposes.  The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Lisa Garr is best known for her internationally syndicated radio program, The Aware Show, where for the past 15 years she has interviewed new thought leaders from a variety of scientific and spiritual pursuits.  “On my shows I purposely …

The Grammar of God (book review)

I received a complementary advanced copy of this book for review purposes through NetGalley.  The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. The English Old Testament is a source of inspiration for millions of people.  But what if the English translation deviates from the original Hebrew meaning throughout the text?  That’s the premise of Aviya Kushner’s new book …

Do The Clearing – A step-by-step guide to living a happy life and getting what you want (book review)

I received a complementary copy of this book for review purposes.  The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. No matter what your age, chances are you have some emotional baggage from the past that can still bring up painful memories.  Wouldn’t it be a relief to get rid of those thoughts?  An aid to do that is …