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The Epic Conclusion of An Unforgettable Journey – Guest Review by Hayley

After finishing Ted Dekker’s new release “The 49th Mystic”, I was eagerly anticipating its sequel “Rise of the Mystics”.  After experiencing the profound nature of the 49th, I wondered if this sequel would live up to my expectations.  The answer is yes – a hundred times yes.   Continue reading →

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Words Cannot Describe “The 49th Mystic” Adequately… Guest Review by Hayley

Ted Dekker’s “The 49th Mystic” – easily the most unique and profound novel I have read in years and perhaps ever.  I did not know what to expect.  And yet even without clear expectations, it still managed to surpass them.  Honestly, I believe I could read this book ten times over and still not be finished learning from it. Continue reading →

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Inspirational and Challenging

You aren’t supposed to judge a book by it’s cover, but sometimes it just can’t be helped! This was the case for me with Becky Wade’s newest novel from Bethany House Publishers, entitled “True to You”. Although I’d never before read a book by Ms. Wade, I just HAD to give this one a try, especially after reading the unique synopsis. . . To explain it simply: genealogist Nora Bradford and former Navy SEAL John Lawson work together to discover the secrets of a hidden ancestry, and soon begin to realize they make a perfect pair—until a wound from the past resurfaces and threatens to submerge any hope at a future together. As the first installation of the “Bradford Sisters Romance” series, this book did a fantastic job at not only creating John and Nora’s story, but also setting the stage for the other two Bradford sisters and their romances, too! Continue reading →