Raised Right

This is a tough book to review - partially because I'm still working out my views on some of the topics addressed. It was, however, timely.

While I can't agree completely with the author's stance on some points, I admire the way she has fought to untangle her faith from her political viewpoints. I believe that too many people use their faith to back up their politics, when really, faith has nothing to do with a political party.

It doesn't seem that the author has fully untangled her faith from politics - though, granted, I think faith tends to become entwined in nearly every aspect of a Christian's life. Her thought processes are interesting though, and she does a wonderful job of putting her sentiments down on paper. Understanding her way of thinking has helped, somewhat, to clarify my own. For this reason, I think it's worth reading.

Disclaimer: I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah through Blogging for Books - their book review program. I wasn't required to post a positive review. These are my own opinions on this book.

December 1941

This book should be on the list of any WWII history buff. It is a well-researched, fascinating look at the days immediately surrounding the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
It's a good long book, but the author manages to keep it pretty lively as he follows the events leading up to and following the attack. It's an interesting look into the general psyche of that day.
Disclaimer: I received this book for free from Thomas Nelson through BookSneeze - their book review program. I wasn't required to post a positive review. These are my own opinions on this book.