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Difficult Narration/Good Story

Revisado: 07-20-21

I downloaded the book to try to understand the struggle someone with same sex attraction goes through. The first chapter is about the author's struggle. The remainder of the book is the author's teaching on the subject. Although that teaching may be helpful to those in the lifestyle, it wasn't the reason I had bought the book.

The narrator is VERY difficult to listen to. I decided not to finish the book because he was so hard to listen to.

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Glad it was free

Revisado: 11-05-19

I was glad this was a free Audible original as I wouldn't want to know I paid for it. The author was caught up by the story of Alaskan native, Teddy Kyle Smith. Smith rose to semi-stardom as an actor, but his life spiraled out of control, apparently due to alcohol abuse. He was eventually convicted of attempted murder.

Smith's life never resembled a life that would make anyone feel enchanted by it. He fell far short of becoming legendary. As in all other cases of alcoholism, his caused the heartache of many of his friends and family members. He became egotistical, self centered, and mentally unbalanced. That imbalance nearly cost the lives of at least two innocent people. As his story ended, I was left completely unimpressed by him.

The author, James Dommeck, Jr, was equally unimpressive. There is a warning that the audio will include "adult language." What it didn't say is that the f-word will be used by Dommeck often and without adding any literary value to the overall piece. None. It wasn't funny. It wasn't cute. it didn't make it any more real. It just seemed to suggest that Dommeck's vocabulary is far more limited than his peers.

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Great story told in the present tense

Revisado: 06-27-19

Gripping story of two separate lost hikers. I'm not sure why the author decided to tell the story in the present tense, which was a little distracting to me. The narrator was superb.

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Not a critical consideration of the topic

Revisado: 06-12-19

I bought this book because our Sunday School class is beginning to study it. I had hoped it would be a thoughtful, critical review of the topic. It is not. It is filled with illustrations that support what the author believes to be true. The author does not walk through the topic to give a balanced view. If one begins with all of the assumptions that the author begins with then this would be a good book.

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A troubling, inspirational read!

Revisado: 01-25-18

I loved that this book was read by the author. It made connecting with her so much easier. Elizabeth Smart's story was an horrible account. However, she tells it worth sensitivity and even humor. I found it incredibly inspirational.

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For Those Who Think Objectively

Revisado: 08-20-16

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This book is a surprisingly comprehensive comparison of Islam and Christianity. Qureshi deals carefully and compassionately with seemingly every topic that a Muslim might be considering as he or she compares the two faiths.

Drawing from his own experience, Qureshi walks the reader through an objective investigation of both the Christian and Muslim faith. His goal is to use the same criteria to measure each faith's claims, so that the reader can make an informed decision on the reliability of these two faiths. If you consider yourself an objective, fair thinker, then you will benefit from reading this book. I learned many things about my faith that I had previously not known. This is a solid piece of work.

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An Inspirational Account of a Horrible Time

Revisado: 05-07-16

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The opening scene of this book takes place at the controversial Toronto Blessing, of which I am highly suspect. I will admit that this made me a cautious about the book itself. However, guilt by association is not a good thing, and I continued with it. I am very glad that I did.

This book contains many amazing accounts of God moving among His people in Cambodia during some of the most evil times of that country's history. Some stories of God's work might seem nearly unbelievable. However,I've read many missionary accounts and stories of Christians who persevered under persecution, and found that the stories contained here were consistent with many that have been told elsewhere.

I highly recommend this book. It has inspired me.

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Very moving

Revisado: 05-02-16

This book was referred by a friend. I think the author offered a good perspective on the old problem if evil.

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Good eye opener

Revisado: 03-03-15

This was a good eye opening book into the world of human trafficking. The insight into how a boy or girl is lured into the nightmare was helpful.

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A good, well-told story

Revisado: 02-24-15

I've listened too many missionary accounts. This story was well narrated. However, the story itself seemed to bog down in details that didn't matter. Still, I found the story inspiring. I recommend it.

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