Book Review: "The Christian Zombie Killer's Handbook"

When I first chose to read Jeff Kinley’s The Christian Zombie Killer’s Handbook, I did so because I am a very big fan of the horror genre, more specifically books and movies relating to Zombies. Although this book is displayed as a Christian book, I still hoped for a good zombie read as I did not see how Christianity and the world of the Zombies could be successfully combined.

After reading this book, I can honestly say that I was pleasantly surprised. It did take time for me to accept and enjoy the combination of religion and the living dead, but it is safe to say that Jeff Kinley did his research before writing this book. If you want to read this because it is a zombie book, just be aware that there is a heavy religious undertone, which may interfere with your experience reading this book. If you are a fan of both genres, than I would highly suggest getting yourself a copy of this book and reading it. 

I am not comfortable giving this book five stars because it did take some time for me to get used to, so I think four out of five stars is a reasonable rating for such a unique book.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: "Ascent From Darkness"

I am a tremendous fan of texts regarding horror, witchcraft, the occult, etc. When I first chose to read this particular text, I did so for the promise of a book with a character that considered himself, at first, to be “Satan’s Soldier.” I did not think that this book would be particularly good or moving, I was just drawn into it by the genre. Now that I have experienced Michael Leehan’s Ascent From Darkness, I can honestly say that I am glad I chose to read this book.

Although parts of the book did seem to be somewhat unrealistic and almost fictional, I found myself captivated by the storyline. The transition from actively serving as a soldier to Satan to embracing God by becoming His warrior was, without a doubt, very interesting to read. I was able to relate different aspects of this book to my own life, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. Those who tend to turn a blind eye to the occult and Satanic worship may not enjoy this book as much as I did, but it does show good’s overpowering ability to conquer evil. I would definitely recommended that those interested in this topic take a day or two to read this book.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: "Our Last Great Hope"

Ronnie Floyd’s Our Last Great Hope was difficult for me to review. It wasn’t that I couldn’t decided whether or not I liked the book, I was more conflicted with the way in which the information, which I found to be great, was presented. If you read Floyd’s welcoming pages in the beginning of this text, he says right off the bat that this is meant to be a book about action, not theory. I was intrigued with this idea almost immediately. I’ve read a lot of books where the authors talk about making change and why it needs to be done, but very few authors have the courage and/or the know-how to actually call his or her readers to action.

Before reading the book, I skimmed through it just so I would have an idea of what I would be expecting as I journeyed through the pages of Floyd’s mind. I found the topics of action great, and I was excited to begin reading. Here is where I became conflicted. I consider myself to be a person of action, so I didn’t feel called to it through Floyd’s text; I felt like I was reading something I already practice myself. I can’t give this book 5 stars because it wasn’t anything new to me. BUT, if you feel the need for inspiration to act, then you might find the time you spend reading this book to be beneficial.

Good luck!

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: "No He Can't"

To be completely honest, I found this book to be not only annoying to read, but a one sided shot at our current President. Although I do believe Barack Obama was only voted into office because he would be the First Black President, I feel that Kevin McCullough attacked him more than he probably deserves. McCullough’s No He Can’t felt more like an attack on a President who got stuck cleaning up after the Bush Administration rather than an intellectual criticism of Obama’s progress, or lack thereof. In language that felt forced and lacked a sense being genuine, McCullough left me with much to be desired.

It took some time for me to get through this book as I often felt bored and irritated, as I felt as though many of the facts written about were just opinions. Halfway through the book, I checked out the worked cited section in the back only to realize that many of the quotes came from works that were already written by Kevin McCullough. I was highly disappointed with the lack of originality that this book contained. If you are looking for a true and informative look at the Obama Administration, this book will not offer it to you.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: Turning Your Day Toward God, Right from the Heart

I was somewhat disappointed with Bryant Wright’s Turning Your Day Toward God, Right from the Heart: A 365 Day Devotional. Don’t get me wrong, this book was very well written and people who consider themselves to be devout conservative Catholics/Christians will enjoy reading this book for a few minutes every day. However, some of the topics covered in this book clashed with my more open and liberal mindset. Reading this book over the course of two days, I definitely got a different feel for it than somebody who only read one page over the course of a year. For me, reading this book on a daily basis would have aggravated me for I some of the topics did bother me; I won’t announce which ones did because I don’t want to sway your opinion of this book. If you are looking for a great way to connect with our Lord for a few minutes a day on a daily basis, then buy a copy of this beautifully printed book. If you do, however, consider yourself to be somewhat more of a liberal Catholic/Christian, this may not be the best book for you. I didn’t care for this based on my own personal taste, but it was a very well written devotional.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: Has God Spoken?

When I first decided to read Hank Hanegraaff’s Has God Spoken?, I was very excited as the description of this novel explains the Hanegraaff’s mission is to uncover whether or not the Bible is actually the Word of God. I thought this would be a very interesting topic, but I was left a bit disappointed. Almost immediately, Hanegraaff hits you with acronyms of several different topics; it leaves you feeling as though you were bombarded with a lengthy list of topics and words. Although the acronyms do help you remember the different things being discussed in the book, I found it very difficult to find the connection amongst the acronyms. It is almost as if Hanegraaff was trying too hard to make a lasting impression on the reader. Although I was little turned off by all of the acronyms, the book itself was not that bad of a read. I found myself reconsidering everything I thought I knew about Biblical history, something that not many books have been able to make me do. If you have nothing else to read or are a little interested in this topic, you might find it useful or helpful. I don’t regret reading the book but I would have preferred a more enjoyable experience.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Book Review: "fresh-brewed life"

Nicole Johnson’s Fresh-Brewed Life captures you from the moment your eyes meet the book. The title and cover artwork of the book create a welcoming and warm atmosphere that invites you into a world where you can find peace and tranquility. While reading this book, I especially enjoyed that Johnson included quotes from well-known people to help validate the messages she is trying to get across to the reader. The quotes aren’t just intertwined, but there are made to stand out amongst the pages of the book. Johnson succeeds to offering her readers the opportunity to reflect upon their own lives, as if they were enjoying a simple fresh cup of coffee.

I also particularly enjoyed that this was not your ordinary self help book. Johnson beautifully and openly gives readers the chance to reflect upon their lives, while finding comfort in reuniting with or strengthening bonds with our savior. In fact, chapter one is entitled “Surrender to God.” There have been so many things going on in my life, that reading this book was an excellent break from all of life’s stresses. Being able to reflect with God was an opportunity that I will forever cherish. I would highly recommend this book to anybody willing and wishing to slow down a bit in the comfort of the Lord.

*I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.