Book Review: Stand By Me

By Neta Jackson
Published by Thomas Nelson




This was the first book I have read by Neta Jackson. Although I've since heard that some of the characters in this book are carried over from her other series, I was able to jump right in and follow. It was a little slow at the start, but soon picked up speed and was delightful all the way to the end. I enjoy reading Christian fiction and not having to worry about tastelessness cropping in.


I enjoyed the contrast between how we can let our comfortableness with Christianity influence newer Christians both positively and negatively. And how we need to be constantly aware of how our traditions are viewed by those coming from different backgrounds. Since God has made us all differently, we must realize that others will not view us in the same light that we view ourselves.


This book was very ‘light’, not much depth, which led to a fast, easy read. I prefer more plot, thoroughness and depth of thought, but for those that don’t, you will most likely enjoy this book.

Good read, moved along quickly 5/5 stars.
Christian truths and application, 2/5 stars.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com <http://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 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Book Review: One Call Away: Answering Life's Challenges with Unshakable Faith

Brenda Warner takes us backstage into her life; her hard days as a wife and mom, and her triumphs. She relates her actions to her faith. It is refreshing to be a part of her vulnerability as she weaves her life experiences and her efforts to be the best she can be with her desire to please God.

This was a great read, moved along quickly, and was definitely hard to put down.

I was sometimes irritated at her glossing over of her lack of remorse for some of those things in her life that were regrettable. This came across to me as 'no big deal'. But it also reminds me that I need to be more aggressive in this area also. I definitely was turned off several times by her casualness toward her obedience to God. But, then again, I must take this to heart in my own life.

Good read, moved along quickly 5/5 stars.
Christian truths and application, 2/5 stars.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com <http://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 <http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”