Review: Metaphorically Compelling! A Must-Read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 20, 2013
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Firstly, the artwork on the cover of this book is attractive, compelling even. It caught my eye in the way that it metaphorically depicts a couple who seem to be undergoing the hardship of a bad relationship (represented by the fire).I am compelled to begin to read, and the cover has been successful with me.Author Lanette Zavala stands out when she writes, "...There is no fiction on earth that can measure up to the awesome parables which Jesus spoke to teach us how to live." A bit further she writes, (I paraphrase here), "There is no more encouraging and assuring book to read than the Holy Bible. So if you put this novel down to pick up the scriptures, you're on the right path."I found those words to be the most inspirational and most motivating in the whole book. Yes, if you read this book, you will be entertained. You will enjoy reading it. You will identify with one or many of the characters in the book  The book will make you think also.But the author clearly is saying something important, and we should listen closely. Lanette is saying:"Put this novel down, and pick up the scriptures."Obviously, if I'm going to recommend a book about marriage vows to someone, then I prefer it to be a book like this one, with someone like Author Lanette Zavala, who is not afraid (or ashamed) to testify for the Lord.  As I see it, you can trust Lanette to tell you things, by speaking through her characters. I trust her to say things you might not want to hear. That's why I highly recommend this book as a must-read.Reviewed by Thomas Jerome BakerAuthor ofStory Tellers: In Pursuit of Happiness