Journal Edition - NIV Holy Bible For Girls

Book Review of HIV Holy Bible For Girls - Journal Edition

by Zondervan


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

     I was asked to review this new girls Bible, which is a JOURNAL EDITION!  I love all things coloring, sketching, drawing, journaling, doodling, etc.  So, I was eager to get my hands on a copy of this new Bible.  Right out of the gate I noticed the appeal of the hard - cover.  It's fun and sparkly and very attractive to girls. It has an elastic pink band to keep the Bible closed and your loose-leaf ideas safe inside.  Although the font is a touch too small, the journal area is about a third of the page, and plenty of room to add your sketches. There is not much in the way of "helps" in the back of the Bible - which is missing an index, concordance, maps, etc.  A table of weights and measures is the only little blurb in the book. I would not consider this to be a study Bible, but more of a read and create Bible.  The paper is thick, and would work well with archiving pens, and a pretty ribbon marker is included. 

I would recommend this book to any age girl or woman that likes to journal and create.  This would be a perfect gift Bible for your special artsy girl.

If you are open to another choice - I would select The Beautiful Word Bible instead, as it has more options, beauty and creative opportunities.  

(I received this book free from Handlebar as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.")

Gratitude Coloring Book Review

Book Review of Gratitude

designed by Jennifer Ghionzoli
by Living Expressions

"A Prayer and Praise Coloring Journal"


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

     I was asked to review this new-on-the-market adult coloring journal and I'm so wonderfully happy that I did.  This is the most lovely and well put together coloring book I've ever had the privilege of owning and would be a perfect gift for any lady in your life ages 14-100.  Each page is crafted beautifully with a devotional, Scripture or writing/drawing prompt.  The coloring pages are stunning with a modern meets vintage feel that is so in right now. I'm so torn between keeping this sweet keepsake for my own collection or giving it away.  I guess I will wait on the Lord's secret whispers on that.  You need to buy this book for yourself or a friend.  Like now, get it today. 

The exciting part?  Samples! Tyndale’s Inspire Creativity board on Pinterest has downloadable samplers and sharable coloring pages from our coloring and Bible journaling line, the Living Expressions Collection!  Get to coloring girls...

And you can go to Living Expression Collection for the latest news and information on their coloring and journaling products.

(I received this book free from Tyndale Blog Network as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.")

 

 

Praying Over God's Promises Book Review

Book Review of Praying Over God's Promises

by Thomas R. Yeakley

"The Lost Art of Taking Him at His Word"


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

     I chose this book because I absolutely love God's Word, and wanted to understand more about His promises for us, and how to pray over them. This book looks like a quick read from the outside, as it's only 110 pages. Yet, the content inside is a treasure trove, insisting that you spend quality time within each page, breaking down and boldly studying the information. Yeakley devotes an entire chapter to teaching the reader how to plead God's promises.  In the final chapter you will even get a deeper knowledge of Abraham and his willingness to trust the promises God gave him.  The back of the book includes an Appendix which lays out the different topics of God's promises and the book, chapter and verse on where they are to be found for our own study into the promises.  Although this book is short and has good information, the writing is very text-booky and dry.  This book appeals to the rationale and deep intellect.  This is not written as much of the most popular Christian books are today with wit, humor and catchy life-stories.  This book has meat and substance without thrills, and can tend to be a tedious read.  I recommend this book for men and women 18 and up. 

(I received this book free from Tyndale Blog Network as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.")

Girls Slimline Holy Bible Book Review

Book Review of Girls Slimline Holy Bible NLT

by Tyndale House Publishers


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

 
     Here's a quick overview of this sweet new Bible for girls.  This Bible will definitely attract girls ages 7-12.  Its cover is aimed at the younger girls with it crushed velvet feel and bright colors.  This cute Bible is even lined with silver sparkly glitter along the rim. Girls will also be drawn to the neon pink inside and the edges of the pages are violet. The Bible is very simple, with no commentary, no book tabs and the text is quite small.  Yet, it does include a user-friendly concordance / dictionary, as well as some other features - memory verse list, 365 day reading plan, Jesus' words in red and useful Biblical maps. The New Living Translation is used in this Bible, which is excellent for young readers, as it's a clear and understandable translation. I do recommend this Bible to younger girls, especially if this is their first Bible.  My favorite part of this Bible is the back cover, which reads "Bold Faith".  Isn't that what it's all about!

(I received this book free from Tyndale Blog Network as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.")

The Bones Will Speak Book Review

Book Review of The Bones Will Speak

by Carrie Stuart Parks

"A Gwen Marcey Novel"


REVIEW BY: L. Kimbro

Note from L. Bankhead: Please warmly welcome my daughter, L. Kimbro, as she read and reviewed this exciting new mystery thriller.
   
     This is the second installment in the Gwen Marcey novel series.   Gwen Marcey is a forensic artist for the Missoula Police Department in Montana.  One day her dog, Winston, brings home a human skull.  This leads her to find out there is a serial killer in their community and on the loose.  Her dog leads her to a cabin where a girl is found tortured and clinging to life.  To her astonishment, the victim looks remarkably like her daughter. The killer has a score to settle from long before and Gwen will be put to the test using her forensic skills to track down the killer.
    My opinion about this book, is that it is extremely well written with many twists and turns.  The author is very detailed and makes everything very vivid, coming alive on the pages. Parks leaves you hanging on the end of each chapter, really making you want to read more.  I'm definitely going to go back to the first book and read it.  I look forward to Parks coming out with new books.  I recommend this mystery to men and women, but no one under the age of 14 (rape, graphic torture, etc are mentioned). 

(I received this book free from BookLook Bloggers as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.") 

The Case of The Sin City Sister Book Review

Book Review of Sin City Sister

by Lynne Hinton

"A divine private detective agency mystery"


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

    
     This is the second installment in the series about nun and private detective, Eve Divine.  In this novel Eve has taken a sabbatical from the convent to mull over her decision to either remain a nun or continue with her love of being a private eye. In the meantime, a case opens in her town of Madrid, New Mexico with a man missing since the late 1800's and she's also stumped by the disappearance of her wild-child, Las Vegas living sister, Dorisanne.  This motorcycle riding nun heads to Vegas to get to the bottom of what's become of her sister. 
     You will fall in love with Eve, Daniel and the Captain in this easy to read mystery from Lynne Hinton.  It's cheerful and a great diversion from the hot summer nights.  You will get some action and a little thrill mixed in as well. I recommend this book for anyone 14 years old and up.  Even for a Vegas setting, it's very clean and conservative.  It's not necessary to read the first installment to get a kick out of this novel, but to do so may give you extra back story and character development you may enjoy.  Somehow this book felt reminiscent of Tuppence from the Agatha Christie novels, but now for the modern era. I think you'll enjoy a copy.

(I received this book free from BookLook Bloggers as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.") 

NEXT UP!  Reviews coming your way this Summer.... 

Praying Over God's Promises by Thomas R. Yeakley

Whatever The Cost Book Review

 

Book Review of Whatever The Cost

by David and Jason Benham

"Facing your fears, dying to your dreams and living powerfully"


REVIEW BY: L. Bankhead

     This book by famed brothers, David and Jason Benham, shares the journey of the twins chasing their dreams.  They come to a cross-roads in their lives to either sacrifice everything they believe for the sake of their dreams.  Or give up the dream in favor of their core beliefs.  As Jason puts it, "When you hold your dreams with an open hand, God doesn't have to pry your fingers loose when He takes them away."  Both brothers saw MLB careers crash due to injury and a network television program lost; but thy continue pressing on with confidence, courage an a can-do attitude.  The Benham brothers compiled the stories contained in the pages of their new book to demonstrate how to face your fears, die to your dreams, and live powerfully for a greater cause.
     I have mixed feelings about this book.  First of all, it's nothing new.  My husband and I have been living powerfully and goal-oriented for over a decade.  But, I do think that this book would be beneficial for two kinds of people.  Either people that love and have followed the Benham brothers careers and are interested in hearing them drone on about their ins and outs with fame, or a person stalled out trying to keep a dream alive that isn't working anymore.  I found the book to be a little self-serving and without much meat or deep content.  That's my opinion on it.  It would be best for older teens or adults, and I believe men and women alike could enjoy the book.  Am I recommending it, no. 

(I received this book free from BookLook Bloggers as a request to review this book. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.") 

NEXT UP!  Reviews coming your way this Summer.... 

Praying Over God's Promises by Thomas R. Yeakley