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A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B000CQ6CU4 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
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] | Works great down to a quarter inch. Use it to drain the duck pond once a week. No problems at all. | 5 | Works great for the duck pond | 1,373,155,200 | 07 7, 2013 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B000GLKBFC | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
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] | With a small shower and a family of varied heights this is the only shower head we like it. Love it. | 5 | Best shower head | 1,401,408,000 | 05 30, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B000WB13QC | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | didn't catch a single mouse with these. Tried to be humane, but alas it didn't work. Ended up with traditional traps and caught all the mice. | 1 | nope | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B000YFA7HW | null | [
0,
1
] | didn't work. I did catch one mouse, but that was it. Went back to the old style inhumane traps and caught a lot of mice. at some point you have to quit being nice to mice when they are taking over. This just didn't work for us. | 1 | uh uh | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B001N44UXA | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
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] | after the Great Dane puppy (1 1/2yo) ate the couch we decided to keep the dogs out of the living room. This gate is attractive (way better than your standard child gate) and was very easy to install. Its easy to use with one hand and we have removed it with no problems (just lift) when we have dinner guests over. It has literally changed the management of our home. We LOVE it. | 5 | changed our lives | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B0035FU80Y | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | Bought these for my garden to scare off critters. The ad is misleading. They are childrens toys, not repellents. Feel ripped off! | 1 | These are like dollar store items | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B003NHVEV6 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | These aren't quite the same as factory in that they don't have quite the same amount of lift. However, they work well, good enough for me. And the cost difference is significant. Very, very easy to install. Took less than 5 minutes for both sides (but took 2 people). I would recommend them for anyone, but can't give them a 5 because they are not exactly like factory. | 4 | Not exactly perfect | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B0044SBC60 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | Gave these to my partner for Christmas. I'm not a painter but she says they're wonderful and the best knives she has ever used. | 5 | Bought as a Christmas present | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B0047T6K4U | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | The color is right, matches my chair and couch. However, i am afraid to even put my feet on it. I bought it as an ottoman. I don't think it will last. Certainly wont store much other than a throw pillow. I saw som in a discount store today that were heavier and $25 less. I recommend looking around some more. The color is the only saving grace! | 1 | Not worth the $$ | 1,401,408,000 | 05 30, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B004FVMKV2 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | I bought one of these for myself for my work. Loved it so much that I bought one for my wife. She loves it even more than I do. Strong, sturdy, well-made, and has all the pockets you need, including padded pocket for computer/ipad. | 5 | Best backpack ever made | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B004Z17008 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | I use this with my Uke, my guitar, and my violins. Don't have a cello right now, but I bet it would be good for that too. Very easy. It even clips on the scrolls of my violins. Great! | 5 | Best tuner I have had | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B005GXN328 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | I was buying treats in the local store at < 1 lb at at time. Very expensive. These are way cheaper and the quality is just as good if not better. | 5 | My ducks and chickens LOVE these | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B005K0M396 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
2,
2
] | Gave this to my wife. She said it was pretty good, likes the results, but that it is difficult to use. | 4 | pretty goo | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B005OT3UAE | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | Absolutely awful. Nuff said. nothing redeeming, not funny, not entertaining, a total waste of time, energy and money. Don't bother. | 1 | Horrible | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B008LDKURG | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
0
] | Bought this after reading the other reviews and saw that the company has good customer service. So I decided to take a chance. However, I didn't need customer service. They work great, as good as the original ink, at way, way less cost. I'm sold! | 5 | Took a chance. | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B008VZ71OO | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
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] | Found these in a local mom/pop hardware store years ago. Went to buy more and couldn't fine them. Luckily the internet came along. I have them in my shop, my barn, my storage shed, and the chicken coop. I use them to hang everything from tools, cords, bikes, and baskets, to chicken feeders and waterers. Easy to use, easy to move, and incredibly strong. Best thing ever invented! | 5 | Wish we could buy these locally | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B00BANSY7M | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
1,
1
] | This is an easy to use capo. Actually the best I have owned, but not the best I have heard. I do like the versatility. I can use it on my uke or my guitar. | 4 | best capo I have used | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B00DPWZS5C | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
0
] | sound was good on the guitar, but made my uke sound like it was going to explode. It was just way too harsh. Think I will continue to use it with my guitar though. | 3 | OK for guitar, not uke | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3N25HOYJ8 | B00FRILRL6 | J. J. Masingale "Now-Bureaucracy-Free" | [
0,
1
] | Thought this was supposed to be a comedy. However, I wouldn't classify it as that. Nonetheless, I couldn't tear away from it. Very riveting story. Unusual. | 4 | Good but odd | 1,393,027,200 | 02 22, 2014 |
A1DNX3QCVZFL0G | B007KYS8GC | Brenda | [
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1
] | I needed a light in a couple closets, so I bought these thinking they were the perfect solution. They installed VERY easily and turn on nicely and don't get too hot like the advertisements claim. However they are so dim, they're practically useless. I tried using fresh batteries twice, but it did not help at all. They're fine for what I paid, but I would not buy them again. | 3 | Not bright enough at all | 1,384,041,600 | 11 10, 2013 |
A1DNX3QCVZFL0G | B009NQ6V1Y | Brenda | [
0,
0
] | These are wonderful! They really are shiny, and yet they are comfortable and don't stick together as I was afraid they would. Great buy!I'm sad I listened to the other reviews because I ordered a large when a medium would have been fine. They fit like any other leggings I've worn. Honestly these are leggings that you really don't want to be wrinkly. | 5 | Great leggings! | 1,390,780,800 | 01 27, 2014 |
A1DNX3QCVZFL0G | B00CIZVX2O | Brenda | [
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] | Honestly I was thinking that for the price I would be disappointed by this dress. The material is on the thinner side, but for the price this is a pretty nice simple dress! | 4 | A good buy! | 1,390,867,200 | 01 28, 2014 |
A1DNX3QCVZFL0G | B00GFLTA5E | Brenda | [
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9
] | So this is a $15, and I got what I paid for. It is EXTREMELY long! The picture shows a knee length dress. I'm 5'9" and it comes past my calf. That wouldn't be a problem normally, but there is no slit. It kind of wears like a stretchy pencil dress.Honestly if you have a gorgeous body, this dress is not bad for the money. On the other hand if your body isn't perfect this dress will show off every imperfection.Basically, not the best made dress, but at the price what do you expect. | 3 | A 15 dollar dress | 1,390,780,800 | 01 27, 2014 |
A1DNX3T7B1QEFK | B000MAKVLQ | Robert | [
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10
] | I am Asian. It can cook very good rice. But it stop working now, only last two year and 6 month. For about $250. It is not worth it. | 1 | Zojirushi NP-HBC10 | 1,359,590,400 | 01 31, 2013 |
A1DNX4AJMQI2EY | B002PK13G8 | wolvarrior | [
0,
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] | Excellent case, very easy to hold. Looks very stylish, i got the white one. protects every slot of the iphone 3gs and makes the phone very pocketable, unlike other cases such as the otterbox Defender series. easy to put on and take off and absorbs shocks pretty well, especially at the corners. your iphone won't get harmed at all with this case! i love it. i just wish the price was a little lower but it's very very worth it! | 5 | Otterbox Commuter TL | 1,280,361,600 | 07 29, 2010 |
A1DNX4NUWJ016Y | B008ZXSUO2 | Kenneth N Smith | [
0,
1
] | My daughter purchased this, thinking it was an episode. It ended up being the first 3 min of episode one. I feel ripped off. Is zero stars an option? | 1 | .99$ for 3 minutes??? | 1,370,217,600 | 06 3, 2013 |
A1DNX5Q8XMFFBF | B001HDV5EY | Dale J. | [
0,
0
] | As I sat at lunch at a local Mexican Restaurant named La Sandia this song was playing. I noticed how I was bouncing in my seat arms wanting to swing, feet ready to dance and then I stopped and listened. It was a BASS LINE groove that caught my attention. As I play the bass my ears are always well in receiving the low end. I couldn't stop moving...I saw the host ran up to her and said. WHO IS THIS? She didn't immediately know but found out from the Bar Tender. They wrote it down for me and I downloaded it that night. Its in my rotation probably forever. | 5 | ITS THE BASSLINE | 1,391,040,000 | 01 30, 2014 |
A1DNX5Q8XMFFBF | B005VR9C42 | Dale J. | [
0,
0
] | OK. 5 Stars is a bit much for anybody. But every now and then an artist comes out and gives the masses what is missing in their daily playlist. This Album slipped by me and my Sister surprised me with this CD. I play the bass and am amazed and the deft playing and singing that seem to be operating apart from each other but in sync as well. Amazing the gift or should I say the working that she put to that gift. What a talent. What a beauty, What a GURL!....You can rock this cd from the onset to the end and never be like what was that?....It will be alot of re-listening to it. Some guy rated this a 3 based off the title name. UM what point is he trying to make? a POINTLESS ONE and he accomplished that. But if you looking for something a little more than what the NEO SOUL scene is offering this is refreshing. I love the JAZZY ness of the Album. Of course not your HARDCORE jazz album but thats not the aim here. Its beautiful music with a touch of all things Esperanza. Black Gold, Radio, Cinnamon Tree, Hold on ME, I Cant Help It, Endangered Species, I guess the whole Album will hold ya. ITs really that good. And you just love how she sounds like NOBODY ELSE. I love this stuff. | 5 | WHEW! | 1,391,558,400 | 02 5, 2014 |
A1DNX5Q8XMFFBF | B0071BHMXE | Dale J. | [
0,
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] | I got the Galaxy 2 late just when they were releasing the G4. This case is nice and really protects the phone. I have dropped in on concrete without a scratch. It looks cool and the stand for it is wonderful while viewing vids. Took forever to get to me though it was shipped from Japan. | 4 | Nice.... | 1,391,040,000 | 01 30, 2014 |
A1DNX6EGOMOLXR | 034554241X | caladweller | [
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4
] | I hoped to read a Danielle Steel book to feel happy, even if in fantasy. This book was depressing, with relentless disasters and disappointments. I cannot recommend it. | 1 | Dreadful | 1,344,470,400 | 08 9, 2012 |
A1DNX6K1J3OR1A | B000BY4Q5A | Sena Leese | [
0,
0
] | The soft yarn is perfect for prayer shawls and the color turquoise is beautiful. I have not seen this yarn in any stores so I plan to order this in other colors. | 5 | Excellent choice for shawls... | 1,404,086,400 | 06 30, 2014 |
A1DNX6MN2GM6UA | B009RZSWBI | Gartner Ron | [
0,
0
] | Like another reviewer, I loved them at first. They don't last. In fact, I liked them so much, I tried a second pair; same result. Help- from customer support was very slow and unsatisfactory. | 1 | Don't Last. Poor Customer Support. Do not buy!!! | 1,402,876,800 | 06 16, 2014 |
A1DNX6R73ZA6JM | B00C00T4XC | sarah | [
0,
0
] | It just took a little while to come. But it does work undewater no Water went Into my phone yeah | 4 | 4 stars | 1,398,988,800 | 05 2, 2014 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B00007EDM8 | Dana Pellerin | [
1,
1
] | The problem I have with headphones is, they either sound terrible, they won't stay in my ears, I lose them, or rip the wires out. These headphones sound good for the size and since they clip over the ear, I don't have to worry about them falling out of my ear canal. I also like that they don't fit so snug that you completely block out the outside world, so when jogging I can still hear sirens, and when drumming I can still hear a bit of the room. And the best thing is, for under $10, I'm not too upset if I lose or destroy them. In fact, I usually buy them 2 or 3 sets at a time so I always have a pair handy. | 5 | Can't beat these for the price. | 1,357,516,800 | 01 7, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B000L7MNUM | Dana Pellerin | [
0,
0
] | Simple product. Does what it claims to do. It lights my charts while I'm on stage. I have no complaints. | 4 | Good product. | 1,386,633,600 | 12 10, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B003OEW46C | Dana Pellerin | [
1,
1
] | I bought this despite the fact that a friend had reported they broke easily. The lure of convenience won me over so I ordered it. It's a great idea, but this is a bad product. My lock broke this weekend after less than 6 months on the bike. The pin won't come out. I'm just really lucky my helmet was not locked in there when it broke. | 1 | Won't last long. | 1,381,276,800 | 10 9, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B005DSPLCQ | Dana Pellerin | [
0,
0
] | I don't really know why this product is labeled "designed for web". I think that's basically a bunch of marketing BS. The mouse however does work OK, and the wheel scrolling is no different than any other mouse, so I have no complaints. | 3 | Decent product, no frills. | 1,386,633,600 | 12 10, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B0074S1MQ2 | Dana Pellerin | [
0,
0
] | I loved my Xikar cutter so I took a chance on their lighters. The lid on the first one I had broke off after a few months. I sent it back, and they sent me a new one, no questions asked. After a month or so of use the lid on the second one refuses to latch. This is a really bad design.Both lighters were semi-unreliable with regards to lighting at any altitude. The flame size seems random and often I have to keep relighting it to get a good strong flame.I'm going to stick with Xikar cutters, and find a new brand of lighter. | 2 | Bad design, unreliable. | 1,402,531,200 | 06 12, 2014 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B008JFUP8A | Dana Pellerin | [
1,
3
] | Boring movie. All of the tension that was built up in the trailer simply did not materialize in the movie. I didn't care about the kid, and I didn't care about the Will Smith character. Completely forgettable. | 1 | Boring! | 1,386,633,600 | 12 10, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B00BFDHV9E | Dana Pellerin | [
2,
2
] | Tried to play a variety of DVD's in our collection. Some are classics we play often, some are rarities that we play every few years. This player would pause and skip on every disc we put into it. All of our discs were bought brand new and are in perfect shape. I think this is just a substandard player. Will return and look for a better product. | 1 | Erratic playback of disks old and new. Can't recommend. | 1,386,633,600 | 12 10, 2013 |
A1DNX75A647HW2 | B00DR0PDNE | Dana Pellerin | [
0,
0
] | Connecting and configuring the device is very easy, however, performance was so spotty I had to send it back. Often times my apps on my Android phone would lose connection or not see the device. The few times I could get it to stream video, it took nearly a minute for the stream to start and then it would buffer often. I never could get it to work with the Google Music app on Android at all.Also, and this is a personal preference, I thought it would be convenient to use my phone as a remote, but it's really more of a pain than anything.So it was a nice experiment, but I'll stick with my Roku. | 3 | Spotty Performance | 1,392,508,800 | 02 16, 2014 |
A1DNX7AOZDH94 | 1118495845 | Scott | [
3,
4
] | I agree with several of the other reviewers that this book provides good information and insight about SharePoint development. However, if you plan to build the exercises, or download the code, you will be disappointed! It is likely that the book was written before the final version of SharePoint 2013 was released. As such, the directions are no longer valid and the code simply doesn't work. In some cases the directions are also incorrect and leave out important steps, code and variables needed for the examples to work. Unfortunately, the errata hasn't been updated to reflect the necessary changes and a recent download of the code was 'almost' worthless. I waited two months, as it bothers me to write a negative review, but I am doing so in case other customers plan to rely upon this book to quickly meet a project objective. That said, if you have plenty of time, and if you can get the authors to respond to questions on the Blog, this book may provide you with limited value. However, if you expect the code to work and the exercise steps to be complete, then do not buy this book! | 1 | Not ready for prime time!! | 1,381,190,400 | 10 8, 2013 |
A1DNX7BUOWTGH9 | B004DM1ZQY | F | [
0,
0
] | Sure the number of doubles are close enough to be believable, but when I get 80% of my doubles sitting on the rail and the app gets 80% of its doubles when ending the game, the authors can not explain that. The app wins opening roll 90+% of the time. | 2 | Statistical improbable | 1,380,240,000 | 09 27, 2013 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | 0736421777 | Sali | [
0,
0
] | I bought some of these for my niece and she absolutely loved them. I grew up on "Little Golden Books" so I wanted her to enjoy some of the things I enjoyed as a child and I am glad to say that she did enjoy them. | 5 | Love it! | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B00027DDOQ | Sali | [
0,
0
] | I have always suffered with acne but this product and all the others in the advantage line has helped me a great deal. I have excessively oily skin with lots of white heads and acne. This product helped eliminate them both, however it did not do much for the endless oiliness. I guess it never promised that, right? I have to look for more products to pack on. Anyone came up as yet with an all in one miracle product? I'd love one for fine lines and wrinkles, oiliness, acne, blemish, open pores.... but I do love this Clean & Clear Advantage line of products...it really helps with the acne. I'd definitely recommend it. | 5 | Works Well | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B0009IQ1RY | Sali | [
0,
0
] | Just got my very first Sachi and I absolutely Love it! It is more spacious than I expected based on other reviews. It actually holds two of my lunch kits and can still hold a small drink, a fruit and a snack. This bag is great and very stylish. I am very pleased with my purchase and I will be always buying myself more Sachi bags. | 5 | Great Product! | 1,344,038,400 | 08 4, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B000AV1E8G | Sali | [
0,
0
] | This product is just great! It is a one time fix. You apply your makeup and you can leave home with just a lipstick and this blotting paper in your purse and your makeup stays absolutely fresh looking all day long. I have extremely oily skin but when I use this, it really absorbs all the oils and give me that fresh powder just applied make up look for a really long time. I love this product...it is one of the best on the market. The delivery from this company is also very fast so you don't have to wait too long to get it. I would recommend this to anyone and if there were 10 stars on top I would definitely give this product a perfect 10!!! | 5 | Simply Awesome!!! | 1,327,881,600 | 01 30, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B000SOQ6KQ | Sali | [
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] | New Trent CD-3800 Digital Ultrasonic for Jewelry, Eyeglass, and Dentures CleanerThis product works well. I recently purchased my Jewelry cleaner from Amazon and I cleaned all my jewelry and all my family's jewelry. I had to run the cycle a few times with a bit of warm water and dish washing liquid and it sparkled. It looked great but you know how the stores can give gold that new, no scratch, glowing gold color...well the jewelry cleaner just cleaned...really clean. Note people - please don't do like me and try to clean a watch, not even a water-resistant one. The glass of the watch became unstuck and what can I say? That watch became history after ten years of great service and cleaning but hey, I got me a really clean broken watch!!! For all of you considering purchasing this machine, I say go for it and your items will get really clean, that's all; but that's a lot to save on too! As for how long it would last, I can't say. I just got my system about three weeks ago. | 3 | Great Cleaning Product! | 1,302,912,000 | 04 16, 2011 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B001BEZ5E0 | Sali | [
0,
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] | I bought one of these about 5 years ago and it still has all the elasticity as it did the day I bought it. I continue to purchase these cause they give really good comfort and support and they fit amazingly. I'd recommend these to anyone anytime. | 5 | Durable | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B001USAXYE | Sali | [
0,
0
] | If you have a little (not much) desire for craft, I'm sure you'll love this piece. It makes amazing bows and they are so beautiful. This lets you play with your creativity with very little effort. You can mix and match your colors and create bows like the ones you'll buy in a store. I used them on all my Christmas gifts and my family loved them - they were impressed! | 5 | Amazing | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B003F7YC7C | Sali | [
1,
2
] | I recently bought this item and on the first use it got stuck and it is not rocket science to use and I already have a similar patterned corner punch by Fiskars and that works well. This one gets stuck a lot and you always have to be struggling to get it unstuck and working. I would not recommend this product and the top seems very flimsy. The patterned corner punches are much more sturdy and work better. They should have designed this one like the others that you have to press down...not lever style. | 1 | Not Recommended | 1,325,548,800 | 01 3, 2012 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B003IR1EF2 | Sali | [
2,
2
] | I bought these batteries in August and they worked fine. I bought two of them for two different phones. They worked well but neither of them lasted. At the end of November one stopped working and the other one stopped just before Christmas. They did not last at all, not even for six months. I would not recommend these batteries to anyone. The ones I had before lasted about 5years. | 1 | They don't last | 1,324,425,600 | 12 21, 2011 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B0049LRA2C | Sali | [
0,
0
] | I've had my Clarisonic Pro for 3 years now and I do use it EVERY SINGLE DAY! It has never failed me yet. It does keep my pores clean. The charge is still excellent after constant daily use. I only have to charge it perhaps every 10 days or so. I usually wait for it to go completely dead first then completely charge it. I don't know it that prolonged the battery life but that method has worked for me. It truly is an amazing product and I would highly recommend it to anyone. I'll add that all my life I've had problem skin and although there is no fixed product to use with this tool, I have seen a tremendous difference in using the product alone vs. using the products in conjunction with the Clarisonic. It really is ALL that they say it is and so much more. Thanks Clarisonic for such an amazing product. Durability and effectiveness is EXCELLENT! If this one ever goes bad, I'll definitely be getting another one. It may be costly but it was worth it! | 5 | Excellent Product! | 1,396,224,000 | 03 31, 2014 |
A1DNX7CVD6YFKL | B00CIPXHW8 | Sali | [
0,
0
] | This is a great product but if I were to change one thing, it would be to make the edges fit a little more unto the front of the phone to protect the edges of the screen protector. Other than that it is a great product. | 4 | Very sturdy and durable. | 1,375,488,000 | 08 3, 2013 |
A1DNX7P82RWETX | B00627ULUO | Peggy L. McCune | [
0,
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] | Loved it, wish it was still on. I am finishing season 12 today. Would like to see more COP shows. | 5 | excellent | 1,392,508,800 | 02 16, 2014 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | 0060542683 | null | [
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] | I was expecting this book to be slightly helpful. But it had been tremendously. Not only did it offer a successful vitamin regiment that curb my vitamin nausea, it also suggest a way to reduce my chances of getting preeclampsia. My swelling with twins had been less then my swelling with the singleton I had. The diet suggestions have been right on target. I'm having a healthier pregnancy all around. I highly recommend this book to anyone expecting more then one. They covered all types of women from very underweight to, like me, very overweight. The nook has given me an understanding of what my body is going threw and when things do happen I fell better being prepared. | 5 | Healthiest Pregnancy I've had, because of this book. | 1,163,289,600 | 11 12, 2006 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | 034549590X | Bridget J. Boyle | [
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] | I purchased this book with the hope that it would be better. My husband has called the Gentry series Fairy Porn. He read the first 3. I kept going because I wanted to see what was going to happen to Merry. While I don't mind sex in a book, the last two where a bit much. I am very happy to say that this book is down to two plot important (pardon the word) scenes. I will echo other reviews here by saying I really don't need to read about Frost's (or anyone's) hair every time he enters a room. To do so once when a character enters the story is fine. But Hamilton goes on a bit too much.The last one covered about 4-8 hours of Merry's life. This one covers somewhat more. It starts in Late January. Hamilton glossed over the major angst of going to the Seelie Yule Ball. This was my only disappointment. That was a major issue for the Character in the last 2 books and for it to be a non-issue in this one left me wanting. | 4 | Hurray back to a story | 1,194,566,400 | 11 9, 2007 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | B0009YWD3Y | Bridget J. Boyle | [
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] | I purchased one each color for my 3 daughters (5,5 & 8 yo). We spent nearly a month in Florida. The girls never once got burned once. The colors and patterns were vibrant which made them want to wear the 'much longer then others kids' suits. I was happy knowing they were safer in the full sun light. The Quality was amazing. These girls were in them every day. We Woolite cleaned them to remove any food or grass stains. They looked brand new a month after wearing. Tuga is now a trusted Name in our home and I Highly recommend their products.I definitely will be purchasing more from them when the need arises | 5 | Amazing sun protection in fun colors. | 1,343,347,200 | 07 27, 2012 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | B00COXDGQG | Bridget J. Boyle | [
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] | I was amazed at how easy it was to use and worked so well. The Kids like using it and the buck is really good. at first I thought it was going to break. it didn't. it is soundly constructed. Moppy still is my least fav choir. but now the mopping part is much easier. | 5 | ok so it was gimmicky it also worked | 1,396,224,000 | 03 31, 2014 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | B00DACQ7X4 | Bridget J. Boyle | [
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] | WE bought the Magnetic Stick N Stack, and I thought oh that would be a nice add on. since Amazon had special pricing at the time I bought the Stabalizer as well. BEST thing every it enables us to move "creations" around if they are built in a wrong area. (kitchen table near dinner time) they allow the kids to build taller and buzzard shapes. A "Must Have" item. Side note works well with magnet letters. | 5 | you need this. Seriously. | 1,396,224,000 | 03 31, 2014 |
A1DNX9332UT9P4 | B00F5DI12G | Bridget J. Boyle | [
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] | by far the best Christmas gift I bought. After 3 months still actively played with. My girls Love them. I like that they don't hurt when I step on them if someone leaves on out. The added bonus of building on the fridge was interesting. somehow I didn;t think of that. I waits I'd bought more of the largest bases. they really help extend the building. I have even been drawn in on building thins with them. | 5 | warning addictive play | 1,396,224,000 | 03 31, 2014 |
A1DNX99SO1MFPE | B003SN46EC | Shelia K. Reid | [
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] | The Sony 3D glasses work the same as the original glasses we got with the 3D TV set we purchased. This was as expected. Also as expected they are heavy and become uncomfortable after wearing them for longer periods of time (by the end of a fairly long movie). | 4 | Overview | 1,374,883,200 | 07 27, 2013 |
A1DNX99SO1MFPE | B004WD1GPE | Shelia K. Reid | [
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] | We purchased two pair of these 3D glasses. One pair was great. They are lighter than the Sony glasses and have multiple selection of nose pieces to use with different noses making them a lot more comfortable to use, and rechargeable batteries (recharging cord included). However one pair didn't work right. I am in the process of returning the broken pair. | 5 | comparison | 1,374,883,200 | 07 27, 2013 |
A1DNX9E6WE7JQ1 | B000JJFNJK | Betsy McIntyre | [
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] | Much to our cat's dismay, we just got a 45 pound bulldog. The gate lets the kitty eat and keeps the dog out. The dog hasn't shown any interest in taking down the gate, but I think it would withstand her push if she decided she wanted to get in. | 5 | Works for us! | 1,330,819,200 | 03 4, 2012 |
A1DNX9SFWHGRLB | B00BUP6PWQ | JS | [
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] | This book answers many of the questions I've had about homeschooling high school in an encouraging way. I appreciate it being a Kindle book. | 5 | Encouraging & Informative | 1,370,822,400 | 06 10, 2013 |
A1DNX9SFWHGRLB | B00CSAPBZE | JS | [
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] | I especially appreciated hearing about how the author's children did after they went off to college. It was encouraging to hear how successful they were. | 5 | Good information. | 1,372,032,000 | 06 24, 2013 |
A1DNXAZ8SKQT5E | 1477471634 | Kay | [
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] | I thought about abandoning the book, but read on and it became really good. I was hooked for the whole rest of the story. The people were real, the the story compelling and I'm glad I stayed to the end. | 4 | Kay - the story started off great, but then went into Avery dis functional family that was hard to read | 1,404,691,200 | 07 7, 2014 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | 0465003079 | Susan Courtney | [
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] | I liked the first part where the early days were discussed but then it jumped forward then back again. I'm going to read it again to see if I can make more sense of it all. | 3 | Very confusing!! | 1,385,596,800 | 11 28, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | 0979518202 | Susan Courtney | [
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] | Always kept my interest, couldn't wait to read some more. I liked how there was always something new going on. | 4 | Really liked this book! | 1,377,475,200 | 08 26, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | 1476730601 | Susan Courtney | [
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] | I was disappointed when the book ended, I went right back o Amazon and purchases the second book. I wish 1 & 2 books could have been combined. | 4 | Really Really Liked it!! | 1,369,094,400 | 05 21, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | B001B693NC | Susan Courtney | [
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] | I need to count my strokes manually. With this counter, I can attached it to my golf shirt or shorts. I can hide it and no one knows I even have it on. | 5 | Great for button holes | 1,380,672,000 | 10 2, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | B005FZYIA8 | Susan Courtney | [
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] | Looks good but it wont find in my phone case because the rhinestones make the case thicker than other phone cases. | 3 | Looks Good | 1,369,094,400 | 05 21, 2013 |
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] | It took me a while to figure out the rules, couldn't find them anywhere in the game. I play it every night and just love it. | 5 | Love It!! | 1,369,094,400 | 05 21, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | B008J4L2XI | Susan Courtney | [
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] | I waited over a month for this new release. What a let down. Not what I expected. Story left a lot to be desired. | 3 | A Little Let Down | 1,370,995,200 | 06 12, 2013 |
A1DNXBRX25685T | B008J4RQVK | Susan Courtney | [
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] | I think books 1 & 2 could be combined, to short for just one book. Really did hold my interest, I wanted to read more. | 4 | Fast Read | 1,369,094,400 | 05 21, 2013 |
A1DNXBT39YEBFR | 0969276818 | Mary | [
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] | Being someone who has suffered from ulcerative colitis for 21 years, this book has been a Godsend and I am more then happy to follow this discipline. Moreover, learning about it all on a biochemical level and how foods interact and impact the digestive process has been great. Healing these diseases through this educated diet is something so many people would benefit from. I certainly have a number of people I am telling about this book and all the terrific cookbooks that have been published since the authors started her diet. Thank you Elaine and Dr. Haas. | 5 | Breaking the Vicious Cycle | 1,278,806,400 | 07 11, 2010 |
A1DNXC3QGPU19T | B001C2KY7Y | Dave Wojtowicz | [
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] | First impressions with this bread maker. Easy step-by-by step directions in the manual, along with many recipes. I used the white bread recipe and setting. I use the only unhybridized wheat, Einkorn wheat, in my breads/baking. Being that it is a denser flour, and makes for denser hand-made bread, I was't sure how it was going to come out using this machine. My bread came out fluffy and delicious. I am very pleased with this maker so far and would recommend it. | 4 | Breadmaker makes delicious, fluffy bread even with Einkorn wheat | 1,383,436,800 | 11 3, 2013 |
A1DNXCB01XGFM1 | 0307281698 | Bonnie B. Moore "Amazon Queen" | [
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] | This is my all-time favorite book from my childhood, so I bought a copy for each of my children and grandchildren for Christmas. Each of my children's families are currently reading it and enjoying it--the kids can't wait for the next installment. All copies arrived in excellent shape. A treasure. Everyone should have this book. And check out the CD with Wilson Rawls, the author, discussing his personal story and how he came to write the book--it is just as amazing or more so than the book itself. Go to [...] to order the CD: Wilson Rawls: "Dreams Can Come True" | 5 | Bought 14 copies | 1,388,534,400 | 01 1, 2014 |
A1DNXCB01XGFM1 | 0385323301 | null | [
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] | I recently ordered this Nikon camera and all the accessories listed for my husband's Christmas gift. Because it was close to Christmas, it took a little longer than normal for it to arrive, but it was well packaged, and even though the outside box had taken a couple of good hits, everything inside was in superb shape. My husband is having a blast with this camera and can hardly wait to get home from work to start clicking pictures again, even though the weather has been FREEZING! He is so happy with this camera and can't believe all the cool things it can do. I don't know that much about cameras, but he has had several great SLR cameras, and this is his favorite of all. | 5 | Great camera, great company | 1,232,323,200 | 01 19, 2009 |
A1DNXD22EWR1IS | B00C75KM2C | Michele Forde | [
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] | This bag was just what I needed to travel to Italy. The added security features made me feel very comfortable that the itemsI carried were safe. The compartment for the water bottle was also very handy. I highly recommend this bag for anyone whois traveling abroad and want the added security. | 5 | Great bag | 1,373,068,800 | 07 6, 2013 |
A1DNXDOD21SHET | B000X9M6LE | Dawn Harris | [
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] | The rug is the perfect color of red/burgandy and the tans in the rug match my newly painted walls very well. Very good quality. | 5 | Looks Great | 1,350,345,600 | 10 16, 2012 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0231167261 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I really enjoyed this book, even the parts I didn’t understand until I had read it several times. That is not a reflection on the author’s writing ability, it is just that my knowledge of relativity is lacking. Some of the math parts, I confess, I just skipped over as there is no way I could understand it. However, if you are like me, and have little or no background in this area, this book is for you.The actual theory of relativity is not so hard to understand after the author explained it. But the part of the book I still have difficulty with is thinking of “time” as anything other than a man-made, measurement device. To say that space-time is another dimension, is hard for me grasp. If you say that space is another dimension, then I get it, but “time”? To me, time is artificial, not real, just a measurement of passing moments like a calendar measures passing days. Anyway, since I am not a scientist and have never been confused with one, I will have to take their word for it.If you are someone who is really interested in physics and finds the discussion of relativity, black holes, and these types of subjects elementary, then this book is definitely not for you. But if you are interested in these topics but don’t have any real depth of learning in the area, this is a good book to open your eyes to the quest for knowledge and understanding around these topics. Simply put, if you want to read a really good science book, you should give this one a try.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Columbia University Press and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 4 | I liked it! | 1,401,926,400 | 06 5, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0307986438 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I have had very mixed emotions reading this book. When I was a junior in high school, I was baptized into the Catholic Church but was never confirmed. Years later, I was baptized in the Baptist Church. I am currently attending a Baptist Church. I have read and studied the Bible much more now than I had when I was in high school. That’s not to say that I am any kind of expert in any way. I say all that to say that I found much in this book that I agree with and some things that I don’t. The areas where I disagree will provide much fodder for my further investigation and research.One thing the author says is that the Catholic Church has the “answer to all of life’s most urgent problems and challenges”. “The Catholic Church’s answers to the myriad of life’s problems we all must face in some form or another is simply The Gospel of Jesus Christ”. The author goes on to address the scandals in the Catholic Church over the years (some even involving Popes) and the more recent scandals of child abuse in the Catholic Church. The answer he gives, and I will summarize in my own words, is as follows: most of these individuals have never truly been “born again” and those who have are leading “fleshly” lives. I will add that there are individuals in every church who fit that description. There are often news articles of priests, pastors, deacons, church treasurers, etc. who are exposed as crooks, charlatans, and perverts. These facts do not negate the gospel message. It just means that the “tares” have grown with the “wheat” and have often achieved leadership positions. Very few churches expel unrepentant sinner/members any more for any reason. Maybe they should. Can a church truly be a “church” and tolerate open sin within the church? How is it then different than the secular world and serve as a guide to a Holy God?The author says “scandal, like the vices that spawn it, can only be combated by virtue. For example, to root out the sin of lust, cultivate its opposing virtue: chastity. To eradicate pride, cultivate: humility; anger must be balanced by patience. The single greatest danger to the Christian life, the enemy of grace, is not the devil or his temptations; it’s not the world or the flesh; it is complacency, what the Bible call “lukewarmness”.Some places where I have disagreement with the author are: he says it had rained on earth before Noah’s flood and the Bible seems to indicate to me that it did not rain on earth before the flood. I also have some issues/questions about the Catholic view of Mary, the sacraments, and the author seems to say in some places that the “church” did/does the work of salvation which I thought Jesus accomplished alone.As I said, there is a lot I agree with in this book. There are also some issues that need further investigation. It could be that the author meant to convey a thought one way and I interpreted it another way. I do recommend this book and plan to read/study/research it again. If you have any interest in learning about the Catholic Church, this is a book you should read.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Crown Publishing and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 4 | Agree and Disagree but glad I read it. | 1,403,913,600 | 06 28, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0449809978 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I wasn’t sure what to expect with this book but I was pleasantly surprised. It is a very good book. The premise is that a dictator of a middle-eastern country has been assassinated during a revolt. His wife, 15 year old daughter (Laila), and seven year old son (Bastien) are brought to the United States for safety. The story is told through the eyes of Laila and her struggle to adjust to American culture and public high school. The mother’s behavior seems strange but considering what she has gone through, the daughter tries to understand. The seven year old boy seems to adjust easily. He would have been his father’s heir had the father not been killed. Their uncle, head of the military, has taken control of the country.The story has a lot of facets. There is international intrigue, cultural differences and how they play out for each of the three family members, interactions with other refugees from their home country, emotional interactions within their own family unit, and the CIA stirring the mix as represented by Darren Gansler. The author did a great job of keeping all these story pieces interesting and connected. I really came to like Laila and wanted to see what would happen to her and how she would deal with it. I even liked the little boy. The mother, not so much but her character did serve a definite purpose.I really didn’t expect to like this book so much, but I did. It is a quick, easy read. I recommend the book and I think you will like it!I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Random House and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 4 | Really good book! | 1,397,260,800 | 04 12, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0595221750 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Eddie Collins started out in life with everything stacked against him, thanks to his biological mother and father. Just when he thought everything was going to work out and he really began to feel hope for a positive future, his world crumbled, thanks to his foster father, Elliot Bowers.Eddie never really liked Bowers, he didn't quite know why. Not until that faithful day he discovered the real Bowers, the one that had been hidden just barely beneath the surface of the uniform of one of Baltimore's finest. That's when Eddie's life changed forever.Elliot Bowers ran his life and the lives of those around him in a way that served his egotistical and manipulative wants and desires. He managed to do this while, to all outward appearances, he was a highly respected and decorated member of the police force, a loving family man, and a protector of the community.Into this web of lies, deception, murder, rape, drugs, and all manner of intrigue steps Detective Cal Hopkins. Hopkins and his partner, Otis Younger, are homicide detectives on loan to the overloaded rape department. The story unwinds with many twists and turns that keep the reader thirstily starting another chapter even though other responsibilities may be waiting.This well-written, totally engrossing novel is the first by author Joyce Morgan Hammock. Even beyond the elements of a very suspenseful novel, which in itself is recommendation enough, we find the thought provoking issues presented by the age-old struggle of good and evil, innocence versus perversion, and the downward spiral of a man based upon a growing series of wrong choices. | 5 | Great Book! | 1,049,500,800 | 04 5, 2003 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0595298796 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Hatch Lincoln was a NOC (no official cover) assassin for the CIA. He was the most feared assassin in the world. When he was double crossed by someone in the CIA, he started his own business of providing Intelligence to governments. He hired some exceptionally talented individuals who developed fantastic technology and soon his business began to grow. He kept expanding to other related fields and made even more money. Soon he was the richest man in the world. But he never lost his instincts for detecting trouble and finding ways to defeat his adversaries.When Hatch went to the aid of a woman being abducted by two Iranian terrorists, he had no idea how his life would change. Sydney Steppe was a most unusual woman. Her background included college professor of languages, especially Middle Eastern languages. What very few people knew was that she had also been an assassin for the MOSSAD. She and Hatch are drawn to each other from the very first. Hatch's business has some interesting secrets that could easily costs his life. Since Sydney's meeting and continued relationship with Hatch they seem to go from one life-threatening ordeal to another. How long can they continue and stay alive?"Edge of Tomorrow" is an exciting spy novel. It takes Hatch and Syd to many parts of the world where they fight bad guys, help the good guys, make use of fantastic, hi-tech spy tools, eat, drink, love, and try to stay alive another day. It is an exceptional spy adventure and will be enjoyed by anyone who likes heart stopping danger, romance, intrigue and hi-tech gadgets.Barb WrightMurder and Mayhem Reviewer | 5 | Must Read! | 1,113,523,200 | 04 15, 2005 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0664231454 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | According to the author, this book is a response to 9/11 and to the critics who say there is too much violence in religion. The criticism seems to have originally focused on the faith of the 9/11 terrorists, but before long some people complained about the violence in the Bible. I am really confused – were Christians behind 9/11? Have Christians said to anyone – “you must convert to Christianity or have your head chopped off?” When I was about 12 years old I read the Bible cover to cover for the first time. Even then, I understood the violence in the Bible and recognized that it didn’t tell me to “kill the infidels”. Yes, there is violence in the Bible but there is violence all around us. Yes, God did some violent things and ordered some violent things, but there was a reason. Personally, I don’t see the need for this book. Common sense (yes, I know it isn’t common anymore) should end the discussion except for those who thrive on causing conflict and creating misunderstandings where none exist.If I could rate this book less than 1 star, I would. I find the author’s views so far from traditional Christianity that I am amazed he is writing “Christian” books. He does not take as literal most of the historic events in the Bible. To him they are figurative descriptions given to explain a larger goal being accomplished by God. While I do believe that most events in the Bible also have a spiritual application, I still believe they literally happened. In looking at his credentials one would think he would be a strong, knowledgeable Bible scholar. However, while reading “Violence in Scripture” I kept getting the idea either he never really bought into basic Christianity, or else lost his way somewhere along the path. While reading the book I kept getting the feeling “I have heard this somewhere before”. I finally figured it out. Satan said to Eve in the garden, “Did God really say that?” In this book the author says “Did God really do that?”At first I thought I would take each point where I had disagreement and give my counter argument. But as I read on, I couldn’t find anything on which we agreed. Also, because I know that very few people read really long book reviews, I decided it wasn’t a profitable use of my time. If you choose to read the book, you will either agree with the author or disagree with him.One other point, the author did two things in the book that smacked of blatant disrespect. Every instance of the word “God” in the book is spelled with a small “g”. At first I thought it was just because of an uncorrected proof copy. But amazingly all sentences began with a capital letter. All other proper nouns were capitalized. It felt deliberate. Also, the author used the term “BCE” (Before the Common Era) in place of “BC” (Before Christ) and CE (Common Era) instead of AD (Anno Domini/year of our Lord). Since this is a book commenting on Biblical scripture it seems strange that the newly devised, liberal and non-Biblical (some call it atheistic) terms would be used. It is at the very least a concession to political correctness.I do not recommend this book. But I do thank Westminster John Knox Press for providing the book free of charge for review.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Westminster John Knox Press. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 1 | Don't waste your time or money | 1,390,953,600 | 01 29, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 066423383X | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Psalms has never been one of my favorite books of the Bible. I thought perhaps this book could make me love it. Unfortunately, it did not.The book started out well in that it explained (in the Psalms) there are four ways of speaking to God that corresponds to ways humans speak to one another. They are:1. (God) You are great!2. (God) Help!3. (God) I trust you.4. (God) Thank you.This is information that was new to me. There are a few other instances where I gained some insight from the book. I wished there had been more. After each section, the author tried to give a real life example of what had just been read in the Psalms. The examples were interesting and, for the most part, useful.The Psalms as quoted in “Psalms for Everyone – Part 1” is shown as translated by the author. It is a bit different from what I am used to reading, but it really didn’t cause an issue in understanding.There are two reasons that I didn’t give the book a better rating. The major reason is that I didn’t feel that I learned much more reading this book than I could have if I had just read the Psalms directly from the Bible. The second reason is that I felt I could detect some unfair (in my mind anyway) criticism of the United States. Here is an example:We have noted that it is hard for the citizens of powerful countries such as Britain and the United States to evade responsibility for much bloodshed in the world. When we come to worship, we need to wash our hands in innocence, to repent of the blood on our hands, and commit ourselves to working for policies that do not keep staining our hands with blood. We can’t come to worship or pray the prayer if we intend to continue to stain our hands.I do understand what the author was saying but I also understand that bloodshed is sometimes necessary for our defense and for those of other people who rely on us for help. When we talk about nations or leaders with blood on their hands, people like Hitler, Stalin, or any one of a multitude of others come to mind.All in all, it was a somewhat beneficial book for me. Others readers may find it more useful. Therefore, I do recommend the book.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Westminster John Knox Press. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 3 | It was ok | 1,391,731,200 | 02 7, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0664234534 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I have decided not to finish this book. I don’t know exactly what I was expecting, but it isn’t what I am finding in this book. I cannot spend the time to read 510 pages (or the Kindle equivalent) when I disagree with nearly everything said so far.Just to give you a feel for the book I will provide a few quotes directly from the book:"Many people today yearn to live in a world of love, peace, and abundance for all. The Bible calls this combination of qualities justice. The best of the Bible and Christian traditions envisions the heart of God’s own mission as re-creating the world as a realm of love and justice. Joining God in this mission is at the heart of the calling of the preacher and the congregation."Until the thousand year reign of Christ on the earth, this “ideal” will not happen. Christ is concerned with saving souls and eternal life. Christians are to treat other people in the ways discussed above, but not all humans on the earth are Christians! The preacher is called to preach the good news, to call sinners to repentance, and make known that because of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, man can be reconciled with God!"Ninety preachers and scholars contribute to this work. These writers are known for their insight into social dimensions of the divine purposes as well as for their capacity to interpret the social vision boldly and sensitively."Even if we solve the social dimensions of the whole world and everyone lives in “love, peace, and abundance,” how does that improve the eternal destiny of even one human being? Teach the Gospel, draw sinners to repent and gain eternal salvation and then the job of improving the social elements can be addressed."Preaching for justice: A world of love, peace, freedom, mutuality, respect, security, and abundance."These things are possible if God’s love is truly in your heart. Not going to happen any other way – except when Jesus rules the earth at the end.In my opinion, this book describes a man-made religion. It is concerned with the horizontal relationships of individuals and perhaps the vertical relationship from man to God. In other words, it originates on earth and goes up. But God’s religion starts with God and comes down to us and out through us to others.I do not recommend this book.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Westminster John Knox Press. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 1 | Man-made Religion | 1,391,817,600 | 02 8, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0664239145 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I have read that Walter Brueggemann is considered a world-renown Bible Scholar and an expert on the Old Testament. I was looking forward to reading “Truth Speaks to Power” and learning more about the Old Testament. I am sad to say that I have some serious issues with this book.As I understand it, the “truth” spoken of in the book refers to Christian principles regarding treatment of the underclass and the “power” is the ruling class or government. He seems to say the Old Testament and the New Testament teach redistribution of wealth, distributive justice, and social justice. While I agree that these behaviors should be expected of Christians as something they practice willingly, I do not agree that it should be expected in the public arena and forced on citizens by the government. A few quotes from the book:• …the church is, in my judgment, called to its public vocation to practice neighborliness in a way that includes both support of policies of distributive justice and practices of face-to-face restorative generosity.• Indeed, it is not a stretch to say that Deuteronomy, in it context, became a charter for what we now call liberation theology, namely, the insistence that faith concerns the sustained enactment of public economic justice.• The Book of Deuteronomy commends the “quadrilateral” of the vulnerable in the community: the widow, the orphan, the immigrant, and the poor… The argument is that the body politic must protect and sustain the vulnerable that have no guarantee of protection and sustenance.These are responsibilities of the church, not the government. The Bible teaches “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” (Luke 6:31). It teaches in many places how we are expected to treat our fellow humans. However, I don’t see where God or Jesus is particularly interested in the governments of this world. Jesus said “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36). “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble, but take heart! I have overcome the world.” “Render unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s and unto God the things which are God’s”. “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24).The main purpose Jesus came to earth was to regain what Adam lost. “For the Son of Man is come to seek and to save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10). God is Holy and can not stand to look on sin. Once Adam sinned, his relationship with God was lost. Adam couldn’t go back in time and change what he did. God sent His son to take our place and pay the penalty for our willful disobedience (sin). That’s like the judge paying our fine for us and setting us free. That’s what the Bible is about. The Old Testament looked forward to Christ with the law and the animal sacrifice. No one could keep the law perfectly and the animal sacrifice was a place holder for the perfect sacrifice (Jesus). Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life”. “No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). The discussion of “truth” and “power” in the book did not include this information.Liberation theology, distributive justice, and all this type of social/political equity has been tried before. It is called socialism and it has failed miserably. I can’t find in scripture one instance where God says “Take from those according to their ability and give it to those according to their need”.Several times in the book the author expresses doubt that certain historic events actually happened and that some Biblical figures were total myths. When I was much younger in years and younger in my Christian walk, I wondered about some of these things. I wondered about scientists and historians who expressed doubt about the accuracy of the Bible. But now I am older and have observed life for many years. I have seen so many instances where scientists have given us information as “fact” and then changed their minds – “oops, we need to correct what we told you” and historians who gave us the “facts” of history but when new discoveries or information came to light, they “changed” their previous version of history. In short, they don’t know everything. But all this time, the Bible hasn’t changed. I am amazed at Biblical scholars who don’t believe the Bible! I have wondered at the sad state of churches in America today. Now I understand. The preachers are attending seminaries where they are fed this line. God help us.I do not recommend this book. I do thank Westminster John Knox Press for providing the book free of charge for review.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Westminster John Knox Press. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review | 1 | Read beneath the surface | 1,391,385,600 | 02 3, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0736951385 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | We all wonder what happens when we die. There are many different viewpoints, but if you are a Christian you must wonder what Heaven will be like. For those who are not Christian and wonder if it is possible there really could be a Hell, surely they must wonder if it is as bad as they have heard. In “What Happens After Life” Ron Rhodes helps us to see what the Bible says about both Heaven and Hell. He also gives an excellent description of the plan of salvation and how it plays into eternity.Here are a few remarks given by the author or people quoted by him to help us understand why it is important to think about Heaven and Hell right now:“Christians are wise to live our short lives on earth in view of our imminent transition to our long lives in heaven.”“Theology that does not touch the heart – that fails to resonate with your inner spirit so that it changes you – has failed at its task.”“The more your present life is informed by the glorious truths of Heaven, the more you will gain an eternal perspective that will help you navigate the difficult circumstances you might face in life.”The author quotes theologian J. I. Packer regarding the individual culpability of human beings, “God’s wrath in the Bible is something which men choose for themselves.” “Before hell is an experience inflicted by God, it is a state for which man himself opts, by retreating from the light which God shines in his heart to lead him to Himself.”Billy Graham: “The more seriously we take Heaven, the more seriously we’ll take our responsibilities here on earth.” “Life is short; none of us knows how long we have.” “Live each day as if it were your last – for someday it will be.”I found this to be an excellent book and I learned some things I hadn’t even thought of before. For instance, when you die what kind of body do you get immediately – or do you get a body immediately? I am not going to tell you the answer, you will have to read the book to find out what the author believes and why.Add this one to your reading list. I highly recommend this book.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Harvest House Publishers and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 5 | Ever wonder what happens when you die? Read this book! | 1,398,988,800 | 05 2, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0770435459 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | As a Christian, I have read and heard references to the church being the “Bride of Christ” and references to Jesus as the “Bridegroom”. But I have never really thought a lot about it other than seeing it briefly as a vague symbolism for human marriage and how much God loves us. This book showed me that it is a lot more complex than I thought.The author shows how Jesus and the Jews would interpret these references. But I will let the author explain the background for his book in his own words:“Before we can understand what it would have meant for Jesus and the first Jewish Christians to refer to Him as “the Bridegroom” we need to understand why it is that ancient Jews referred to YHWH, the God of Israel, as the divine “Bridegroom.” From an ancient Jewish perspective, the God who created the universe is the “Bridegroom,” and all of human history is a kind of divine love story. From an ancient Jewish perspective, the history of salvation was centered on the events that took place at Mount Sinai during the exodus from Egypt at the time of Moses. And from an ancient Jewish perspective, the relationship between God and Israel that was established at Mount Sinai was not just a sacred bond revolving around the laws of the Ten Commandments. From the perspective of the Biblical prophets, what happened at Mount Sinai was nothing less than a divine wedding.”Wow! I had never even thought of that! From a Biblical perspective, a “covenant” was a sacred family bond between persons, establishing between them a permanent and sacred relationship.The author also uses examples from the New Testament. He discusses the miracle at the wedding in Cana, the Samaritan woman at the well, the Last Supper, the Crucifixion, Baptism, the Lord’s Supper (Communion), and explains how the “Bride and Bridegroom” and marriage relationship are played out in those events.I will be perfectly honest and tell you that at first I was uncomfortable with the idea that God uses human marriage as an example to help us understand His relationship with the church (and therefore, with us). Looking at marriage in 2014 and the mess we make of it sure isn’t what I want to think of when I think about my relationship with God. But the author explained how marriage is viewed through the eyes of God and how God really does use His relationship with Israel and the Church as a model to be reflected in human marriage.I recommend this book to everyone interested in Biblical topics. At the back of the book the author lists many important Jewish sources utilized by contemporary scholars. I want to add all of them to my “want to read” list. Check it out!I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Crown Publishing. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 4 | I learned a lot!!! Really good book!! | 1,396,569,600 | 04 4, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0812995201 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Home, family, and community make you feel safe – unless you are an outsider. I can understand how it feels to be an outsider. I think everyone can in some sort of way. This story begins with a young woman who ends up in a small, rural community. She is under a two-year contract to work for a man she has never met. The work is hard and has long hours, but is only the beginning of her problems. Most of the community does not like outsiders, even begins to call her a witch, and the true job her boss has in mind for her is beyond what she could have imagined. Things get very interesting and it is hard to know who to trust, if anyone.I experienced many emotions while reading this book, anxiety, intense anger, compassion, revulsion, happiness, hopefulness and probably some others I have forgotten to mention. The one thing I could not do was to stop reading the book. The author made me begin to care about some of the main characters immediately and I had to read the book until it ended. That is the mark of a good, well written book.It was not hard for me to believe what was happening in the book. I know how it feels to be an outsider and everything else in the book is known to be happening in the world and even in our own country today. The struggle between good and evil is played out in the book, just as it is in our world every day. In summary, the story is believable; I cared about the characters, and wanted to read to the end. I recommend this book be added to your “to be read” list.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Random House Publishing and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 3 | Good and hold your attention | 1,397,001,600 | 04 9, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0887394132 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | A woman has been stabbed just after checking into a hotel in Atlanta. Her purse and luggage were in the room, so it appeared that all Detectives Wade Davis and Leda Fulford would need to do is find out who wanted to kill Dr. Martha Brooks. Imagine their surprise when the good doctor's invalid husband, Harrison Brooks, tells them that the dead woman is not his wife! How can that be when all the identification in the purse belonged to Dr. Brooks? But it was strange that the one missing piece of ID was her driver's license. The only piece of photo ID in her purse.It didn't take long for the detectives to determine that the dead woman was really Coretta Collins, a nurse who had worked with Dr. Brooks on many cases. But shortly after the discovery was made, Harrison Brooks was also found dead. He had been tortured to death. Someone wanted information. What was the connection between Dr. Brooks and Collins that caused Coretta's death? The investigation showed that they had worked together at the Oaks Nursing Home and it appeared that more than the average number of Dr. Brooks' patients had died. Had she performed mercy killings of the old people who were barely alive anyway, or was it something more sinister? Was she killing them for money?Malador Cruikshank was a self-made man. He took advantage of the few breaks that had been thrown his way by fate. But after his brother, Beaufort's accident and his own promise to Beaufort to honor his death wish, his eyes opened to the biggest break of all. When Dr. Brooks entered his life, he saw the pieces of the puzzle begin to come together.Wade and Leda had lives away from their police work. Leda especially had family responsibilities that kept tugging at her mind and pulling it away from her work. Her parents were ageing. Her mother had recovered well from her accident but Leda had been forced to take a leave of absence in order to nurse her through the recovery. But then her father began having problems. Wade tried to help her but what could one really do to help people when they got old?This story provides a strong and surprising protagonist, along with a very interesting mystery. The police are led on quite a chase and finally decide they require the services of a "psychic". The story is entertaining and will keep you guessing as you try to solve the case and determine the end result of all those involved, before you reach the end of the book. | 4 | See If You Can Solve This One! | 1,051,747,200 | 05 1, 2003 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0966189949 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Chinaman�s real name was Liu Chiang-hsin, but his friends called him �Chinaman�. In fact, that�s what he named his business, Chinaman Investigations. Business? If he didn�t get some cash flow soon, there would be no business. In Chinese his name meant �a mind sharp as a sword�. Funny, he didn�t feel very sharp right now. It seems all your clients no longer have any interest in paying you once you�ve solved the case. But when he puts all his active cases on hold because an old girl friend has been murdered, things get really tight.Judy was more than just an old girl friend. He had known her long before he met and married his ex-wife. In fact, the ex-wife wouldn�t be ex if she hadn�t caught him in bed with the old girl friend. He never meant for it to happen but there was a connection between him and Judy that he couldn�t explain. He had met Judy in another life, before he became a private detective, when he was teaching creative writing. She was one of his students. When her dream of becoming a world famous author didn�t materialize, she somehow slipped into the role of high priced call girl. Judy was quite successful due to the fact that she was not only beautiful, but because she had also discovered a need to conquer men by sexual seduction.Chinaman found out about Judy�s murder from his ex-father-in-law who called him to identify the body. Joseph Abrams was Manhattan�s Chief of Detectives and he hated Chinaman. It was bad enough that his daughter married a private detective, but when they divorced, he blamed Chinaman and rightly so.Judy was murdered, along with her �client� in their room at The New York Palace Hotel. It appears that Judy was just at the wrong place at the wrong time. But was it that simple? Nothing is ever as simple as it appears. Chinaman�s investigation leads in many directions, all of which seem to go nowhere until something an amateur magician said to him put everything into perspective. �It�s all in the set-up. And if the setup�s right, when you think I�m doing one thing, I�m actually doing another. The success is in the diversion. Misdirection is the key.�This book is well written and contains all the elements that keep you reading page after page, when you really should put it down and go do something �responsible�. It calls you back again when you finally do manage to put it down for a while. Entertaining and well worth your time. | 5 | Great Book! | 1,049,500,800 | 04 5, 2003 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 0991843606 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I thought I had this book figured out, but in the end I was wrong – or at least I guess I was wrong. My answer and the author’s answer could both be correct. We don’t have all the clues about the physics of the beginning so who can know the real answers about the exact process that took place.“Time One” is a story about a quest to find the answer about the beginning of the universe. Actually, it is a quest to find out what happened a second before the beginning, why it happened, and how it happened. A shadowy female character hires a beach bum guy to do computer research about the beginning. She also hired a retired police detective to take the clues as discovered by the beach bum and come up with an answer. An unusual approach, but then the “professional” scientists can seem to find out what happened before he “big bang”. They can’t even agree on the “big bang”! So maybe a totally different approach will work.I loved the science part of the story but the introduction of the detective seemed out of place. I began to feel that the detective sort of plays the part of the reader since most of the intended audience will not be excessively proficient in physics. The detective is in the same boat since he has no science background at all. His only specialty is using clues to solve crimes/mysteries. The whole detective angle seems forced and convoluted. I was happy that the science was simplified, but the crime/detective part did not work for me.What amazed me more than anything is discovering the lengths that science and scientists will go to in order to avoid acknowledging that God created the beginning and everything since! They turn themselves and everything else inside out trying to pound a square answer in to a round question. The image the average person gets is that science has all the answers and that what they say is absolute. They can’t even agree among themselves and change their minds repeatedly.I recommend the book for those interested in physics but I can’t recommend it for those looking for a detective story. I enjoyed the book, but at the same time found it very frustrating. If you are looking for an unusual, simplified approach to a complex topic, check it out.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Big Fizz Publishers and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 3 | Loved the science part, didn't like the detective part | 1,400,112,000 | 05 15, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 1414370210 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | Most Christians don’t know a lot about the Old Testament or our Jewish heritage. I was fortunate that at one of our previous churches, the assistant pastor was born and raised a Jew and, as an adult, accepted Jesus. He was very active in “Jews for Jesus”. Our congregation learned a lot about the Jewish religion and the Old Testament from him. Also, I have read and studied the Old Testament some over the years, but I am still far from knowledgeable about most of it. I learned a lot while reading this book and am grateful for the opportunity to have found it.“The One Year Holy Land Moments Devotional” is an excellent source for information and wisdom from the Jewish and the Christian perspectives. Since I was reading it for review, I read it straight through. It was very easy to read as most weeks are tied together under a topic and the content flows smoothly. I also really appreciate that there is a topical index in the back for reference so that I can use it at a later time to review some of my favorite topics. Both writers did an excellent job. Both the Jewish and the Christian perspectives are presented, as well as, their similarities and differences.Some Christians think that the Law and the Old Testament should be disregarded since Jesus came. But Jesus said "Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill the law” (Matthew 5:17). If we are ignorant of the “law” how can we know what Jesus came to complete? To be sure, one can be saved without that knowledge, but it helps us to understand the whole picture.Some of the things I learned while reading the book are:“Abraham became the first person to be called a Hebrew. The word Hebrew comes from a word that means “side”. The whole world was on one side, and Abraham was on the other. The whole world believed one thing, but Abraham steadfastly believed something entirely different. Abraham’s bedrock faith in the one true God is the very foundation upon which Jews and Christians alike have built their faith traditions. His willingness to stand against the culture is a model for us all.”“Job realized that he never really had anything to lose in the first place. Every human being enters this world with nothing and will leave with nothing. Job said the Lord has given me what I had and the Lord has taken it away. Praise the name of the Lord.” (Job 1:21“King David wrote I have CHOSEN to be faithful; I have DETERMINED to live by your regulations.” Psalms 119:30There are many other things I learned, but you will just have to read the book and find wonderful bits of treasure for yourself.If you ever read devotionals and even if you don’t, I recommend this book as one you should add to your reading list.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Tyndale Momentum. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 4 | Really good! | 1,395,878,400 | 03 27, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 1433531313 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I usually make a few notes when reading a book for review. While reading, “God in the Whirlwind,” I found myself making notes from almost every page. It was then I knew I was reading an exceptional book. In fact, after making so many notes, I finally just decided to “highlight” what I thought were important parts. Yes, that ended up being most of the book!!David Wells spells out so clearly what I have “felt” for a long time but have been unable to put into words. There is something wrong in the churches and in Christianity today. In the book, Mr. Wells explains that we no longer understand God’s character, his Holy-Love. Today we hear a lot about God’s love but not much about his Holiness. In fact, the author states:“We have become inclined to think of God as our Therapist. It is comfort, healing, and inspiration that we want most deeply, so that is what we seek from Him. That too, is what we want from our church experience. We want it to be comforting, uplifting, inspiring, and easy on the mind. We do not want it to be something that requires effort or concentration. We want God to be accepting and nonjudgmental.”This is not what God calls us to be and to do. We are not to be served, but to serve God and others. We are to take up our cross and follow Jesus. Our culture says “God is Love - He won’t send anyone to Hell”:“Love is the only attribute of God we can come close to understanding. We don’t really comprehend eternality, omnipresence, omniscience, and omnipotence. But we think we understand love, our love and God’s love”. (But the author says our assumptions are wrong.) “We are beginning not with who God has revealed Himself to be, but with our intuitions as to who we think He is. We are making projections from ourselves. God’s kind of love comes from above not from below. It is the opposite of what we assume. It is contrary to the way our culture inclines us to think. In fact, it goes against our deepest instincts. God’s love descends to us. It is generated purely by Him to us. There is nothing we can do to make God love us, to send His Son, the Holy Spirit, or to come down to us and bring us back to Him.”We cannot know God’s love except in its union with what is Holy. Over the years, I have talked to many people who always want to talk about God’s love. I understand God is love but I always have to respond “but God is also Holy”. Mr. Wells says Holy-Love is in God’s character and cannot be separated. For us to dwell on the Love of God and totally ignore His Holiness is to worship something other that the true nature of God. While the narrow focus on Love may be a cultural response to “legalism” it swings the pendulum to far in the other direction. “We cannot know God’s love except in its union with what is Holy.” “God, therefore, stands before us not as our therapist, concierge, or genie in a bottle. He stands before us as the God of utter purity to whom we are morally accountable.”David Wells has done an excellent job of explaining where, how and why we have gotten off track and he shows how we are to return to true Christianity. I have tried to give just a little taste of what you will find in his book. However, I have not even shown you the tip of the iceberg. Please read this book for yourself and you will see what I mean. I recommend the book highly and wish that every Christian would put it at the top of their “to be read” list.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Crossway Publishing. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review.Reviewed by: Barbara Wright | 5 | Read this book!!! | 1,390,003,200 | 01 18, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 1434973832 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I would characterize this book as a “slice of life” type of book. It is a story about a family building a grocery store business and later a chain of grocery stores. Russ is the main character and tells the story from his perspective. He is not a member of the Galetti family but started with the original owner when he was only 13 years old. He continues working there when the two sons of the owner take over the business and grow it from one store to many. He is treated, almost, like a member of the family. The book tells the evolution of the grocery store chain, as well as, all the characters, Russ and the family members. As in real life, there are ups and downs, good and happy times and the not so good and happy times. It chronicles the changes inside the family and also their relationship with Russ.As I said, it is a “slice of life” type book and this is not my favorite type of book to read. This particular story is the type of one that we see played out in our newspapers from time to time. The author did a good job of writing and the story was interesting. However, at one point during my reading process I needed to do other things and was unable to read the book for 2 days. During that absence from reading, I did not miss the book or the characters. It is not the kind of book that is hard to put down. I liked the book ok but it is not one I will give much thought to now that I have finished reading it.“Blood Feud” was well written and flowed very well, but it held no excitement or anything memorable for me. But, if you like this type of book, then you will love this one!I was provided a free copy of this book for review from RoseDog Books and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 3 | Ok - A "Slice of Life" type book | 1,397,779,200 | 04 18, 2014 |
A1DNXDVDNQC1BE | 1451621531 | Barbara Wright "Barb" | [
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] | I was not far into this book when I knew I was in trouble. The story was literally about collecting human dying breaths in order to develop some potion that would reincarnate that person. The quest begins with a monk in the 1500’s who is suppose to provide pharmacy needs for the monastery. But in addition to his responsibilities, he experiments in other areas. Somehow he gets the idea that a spirit can be reincarnated (brought back) by capturing their dying breath and adding something to it (a potion) to give it the necessary power. He determined to find that “something” concoction. His helper, René le Florentin, takes over after his mentor’s death. He also becomes the perfumer for Catherine de Medici. Then we skip to the present day and Jac L’Etoile takes up the quest after her own brother dies.As I said, it didn’t take me long to discover that this was not a book I wanted to spend my time reading. However, I had agreed to review the book and decided to give it as fair a read as I possibly could.“Collector of Dying Breaths” is a suspense, mystery, and romance book. I do like suspense and mystery books, but not romance. It appears that the author and this type of book have quite a following and my opinion will be very much in the minority.I find the basic premise of the book, the quest for the dying breath and a potion, to be totally unbelievable. How could anyone believe that the last breath of a dying person could be used to reincarnate that individual? One first has to believe in reincarnation, which I do not, but even if you do, this idea is really stretching the bounds of imagination. Also, the breath and the hoped for “portion” were supposed to be reincarnation aids. If you believe in reincarnation, why would it need an aid?The “lust” (love/romance) stories in this tale are uninspiring. The fact is that the characters were more interested in getting their own needs and goals met that those of anyone else. The story is totally human centered, not God centered. Very sad, it was an imitation of the real thing. The characters were willing to give their all for the human objective of bringing back a dead person. The story and the lives of the characters are filled with material excesses - “beautiful excesses,” pleasing, but empty. A quote from René says “Under God’s roof, Monk Serapino became a man who wanted to break God’s rules and I had been his helper.” “We feared not the wrath of an omniscient being but rather that time would run out before we could figure a formula.” “And we had been right.”A comment from the story about Jac L’Etoile, “She shivered with excitement at the prospect of solving the puzzle.” As a reader, I kept thinking, “What puzzle?” “Who could possibly believe that a dying breath could be magical or solve anything?” For me the story could be summed by saying it was a “grasping at straws” or “chasing the wind”. For me, it was waste of time. The one positive I found in the book is the fact that the author, M. J. Rose, is a good writer. I wish that she would begin to use her time and her talent in a more productive way. I can only recommend this book to you if you are a die hard follower of this author or if you thrive on this topic or type of book.I was provided a free copy of this book for review from Atria Books and Net Gallery. I was under no obligation to provide a favorable review. | 1 | Waste of time | 1,397,174,400 | 04 11, 2014 |
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