Teens

 

My Rating:    (3/5 Stars)

A clean YA novel that was fun to read. There's enough magic and high school drama to keep things entertaining to the very end. 

Age group: 11-16 

Inspirational

My Rating: (4/5 Stars)

It was an emotional journey reading this book. Coming from a loving home, it was hard to imagine what her life was like. I think what was so appealing to me was that throughout the whole story, even when Ayse was retelling the dark parts of her life, there was always a peaceful/happy undercurrent to her narrative. She is now telling the story as a Latter Day Saint, so amidst the dark parts of her story she would say something like,
 " because of the gospel of Jesus Christ, I have come to forgive and be at peace with that part of my life."

It's a story of hardships and trials, but also one of forgiveness and love.

Romance

My Rating: (4.5/5 Stars)


This is one of those stories that I wish would be made into a Hallmark movie. I will definitely be adding this one to my personal collection. I love reading a CLEAN wholesome love story! I loved the characters, I loved the humor, and I loved the plot. The only problem with reading a good book like this, is that it sets the standard pretty high for the next book you read :)

Texting Through Time - Book Giveaway!

Do you have a middle reader who loves to read?
Or, are you in search of a good book to read as a family?

Here's a chance to to win a signed copy of Christy Monson's new book,
"Texting Through Time"
(See entry details below)

Texting Through Time: A Trek With Brigham Young

By Christy Monson

When 12-year-old Micah “borrows” his father's experimental time-travel phone, his hopes for seeing the future are dashed as he and his sister, Alicia, end up trapped in the past at Brigham Young’s boyhood home. This book is a fun way to discover Church history and learn that no matter what time period you are in, God is still aware of you.





About the Author:

Christy Monson has always loved pioneer history, especially stories of the prophets. She received her BA degree from Utah State University and an MS from University of Nevada at Las Vegas. After her six children were raised, she established a successful marriage and family therapy practice. She has published articles in the Ensign, Friend, and other children's periodicals. She and her husband, Robert, live in Ogden, Utah.

My Review-

As parents, we are always safeguarding our children. We want them to be able to enjoy movies and books, but only the BEST kind.
That's what I love about Christy Monson's new book,
"Texting Through Time: A Trek With Brigham Young"
Children will find it entertaining and parents can feel good knowing that not only is their child reading something wholesome, their learning about Prophets at the same time!

Giveaway Rules

This giveaway will end Saturday, March 10th 2012 at midnight. Winner will be announced Monday, March 12.

Here's how to enter:
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