The Scribe's Portion

  "When The Meadow Blooms" by Ann H. Gabhart This is a heart-warming story about healing, faith, and light romance. This novel is a light read, perfect if you're looking for a sweet, light romance book.  There are several main characters, and all are well-developed, each has their own story and their points of view. I like that the author included verses throughout the storyline. I appreciate it when the novel is faith-based in practice not just in name.  The main plot revolves around emotional healing and second chance romance. It is clean and slowly paced, it reminds me of the Love Comes Softly series.  The time period (1920s) covers issues relevant to the time; institutionalization, TB outbreak, the Spanish flu, and homeless orphans. I found this bit of history very interesting.  I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. 

  "Knowing Sin: Seeing a Neglected Doctrine Through the Eyes of the Puritans" by Mark Jones If you're a fan of the Puritans this one will be a great read for you. Not many books are written about sin, this is one of a kind. This is a well-rounded anthology on harmatiology (the study of sin). The author uses pieces and teachings from several Puritans to introduce each chapter and then goes into detailed discussions.  The book covers every area of sin you can think of; the origins, selfishness, envy, privation of sin, sorrow, manipulation, temptations, etc. I found the material biblically sound and very well-written. This is probably the best book I've read on sin. The author makes reference to theologians, ministers, preachers, and Biblical stories to draw his points. This book helps you analyze how you handle sin and to identify the root problems. I would highly recommend! I received a copy of this book from Moody in exchange for an honest review. All opinions express...