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The Surrogate by Louise Jenson
Don’t Tell The Surrogate by Louise Jenson is a contemporary psychological thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat as your heart races to the conclusion – definitely a ‘wow, wow, wow’ moment. I really did not spot the ending coming. As I read The Surrogate I prided myself that I ‘knew’ […]
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Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
True Wealth Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is a contemporary novel about life, families, truth and lies. The novel was a consuming read. I found it a slow burn at first but very quickly it became a ‘wow’ read. Families are complicated affairs, especially where teenagers are concerned. The reader witnesses sibling rivalry, the […]
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Pride and Prejudice: The Original and the Others
It’s Valentine’s Day. So, of course, we’re going to talk about Jane Austen! Nothing can compare to the original, but Hayley and Betsy have been reading some Pride and Prejudice adaptations. Hayley reviews Pride by Ibi Zoboi and Heartstone by Elle Katherine White. Betsy reviews Unmarriageable: a Novel by Sonia Kamal. Plus, Betsy re-read the original and started to wonder —how would we review P & P if Jane Austen published it today, and we reviewed it at Redeemed Reader? First, here are some recent adaptations of the classic: Pride by Ibi Zoboi. Balzar + Bray, 2018. 304 pages. Reading Level: YA/Teen. It’s a truth universally acknowledged that when rich people move into the hood, where it’s a little bit broken and a little bit forgotten, the first thing they want to do is clean…
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The Veil by Blake K Healy
Pressing Into God The Veil by Blake K Healy is a powerful Christian book about living within the spiritual realm. There is the personal testimony of the author as well as a narrative showing how to receive this spiritual gift from God. It is important to know who you are in God and what He […]
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When Jesus Answers by Loren Loving
Drawing Closer To Jesus When Jesus Answers by Loren Loving is a comprehensive book designed to help us draw closer to God. “Life is… a journey back to where we were created to live.” We come from the Father and we shall return to the Father. We are just passing through this life but we […]
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It’s Up to You, Abe Lincoln by Tom and Leila Hirschfeld
This unusual biography of Abraham Lincoln frames his life as a series of ten decisions, in which the reader is invited to participate. It’s Up to You, Abe Lincoln by Tom and Leila Hirschfeld. Crown, 2018, 287 pages. Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 10-14 Say you’ve just been elected President of the United States, and the southern half of the nation is threatening to pull away and become independent. The rebels have even trained their guns on a U.S. fort in Charleston harbor and say they’ll blow it out of the water if the commander doesn’t surrender. What do you do? 1) order a surrender, 2)…
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Best family movie tips you will read this year 2019
Watching movies is great fun and watching with your family multiples your joy. We watch various movies of different genres. In today’s world, it is hard to find a good movie which actually shows you the reality. Anyone can be fond of watching movies but there are rare who understands the hidden message behind that movie. Children like watching cartoon movies, teens like watching movies which contain elements of love, adventure or action. But, are these enough for you. Do you really know the meaning of the real power of love? If your answer is no, then you must watch biblical movies. Impact of Christian movies The year 2018 has…
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The Rules by Kerry Barnes
Out Of Control The Rules by Kerry Barnes is a contemporary crime thriller that will draw the reader in from the start. There is a fine line between the villains and the heroes, with plenty of anti-heroes in between. It is a line that becomes ever more blurred as the novel progresses. Trust is high […]
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The Secret In The Cliffs by Kristin Tucker
Exciting And Gripping The Secret In The Cliffs by Kristin Tucker is a contemporary YA adventure that is entertaining and gripping from the start. I was drawn in immediately, engaged and questioning the action. The novel is an exploration both literally and figuratively. Teenagers explore caves as well as exploring where they have been and […]
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Celebrate Our Birthday With Us! (Hint: there will be giveaways!)
Did you know that Redeemed Reader’s 8th birthday is this week? We’re throwing ourselves a birthday party over on Facebook tomorrow night (Tuesday, 2/12)–and you’re all invited! You bring the cake, we’re giving the presents. We’ve got books to give away, a special announcement, lots of fun trivia, and some flip-throughs of the Faith, Fiction, & Fellowship Read Along books! You can invite your friends, too! The post Celebrate Our Birthday With Us! (Hint: there will be giveaways!) appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
