Bodie and Brock Thoene
SubTitle: A Novel
Publisher: Zondervan
List Price: $14.99
Pages: 240
Pub Date: January 01, 2012
ISBN: 9780310336105
Pastor Adam Wells, former child evangelist and possible next Billie Graham, instead, pulled in to his new church with a sad secret, a damaged daughter and unhappy wife. Each church he accepted became smaller than the previous ones. He longed to do something important, and the burning of the nativity in the public square promised him his chance. But can he withstand Senator Cutter’s desire to annihilate his family with the old secret?
The reader wants the best for the characters—though Anne, Adam’s daughter, dares us to like her as she does everyone in the town of Leonard.
Tim, raised by his wise grandparents, tries to give her friendship. In so doing, he brings along his dangerous friend, Kyle, who feels rejected by Tim’s new bond with Anne.
This highly readable book delivers constant action. Hints of the family tragedy pepper the story, but readers must wait to know what brought them to this place. Read it only if you have time because you will find your dishes waiting while you push on to the end.
I didn't know until I finished the review that this will be a movie. I'd go if I didn't know the end. Christians can go without fear of wishing they hadn't.
I received this book through NetGalley.
Lydell: The movie may not be out yet but it's on its way. Thank you for your comment.
Posted by: Pat W. Kirk | 12/27/2011 at 04:46 AM
I am blown away by this novel. So rich with characters and story. I have told several friends about it. In fact, I cannot get it out of my mind. So, I am going to read it again! It is onre of those stories that is very detailed and hits you on so many levels. I didn't notice anything on the book about a film version, but I'd love to see it!
Posted by: Lydell | 12/26/2011 at 01:36 PM
Thank you for responding to this review, Cindy. It is one of the better books I've read lately.
Posted by: Pat W. Kirk | 12/22/2011 at 06:08 PM
I am so glad you loved this book as much as I did. It made an emotional impact that not many fictional books have on me. It is one I am highly recommending to everyone!
However, I also want to encourage you and your readers to see the film when it comes out. Very seldom does a film and a movie have the exact same vision. I am sure you have probably read "To Kill A Mockingbird", plus seen the film. There are great similarities, but also differences. I love them both!! Or, "A Christmas Carol"!! One of the greatest books ever written, and numerous films have been produced that are based on that book. None are identical, and each bring their own nuance to the story.
"Beyond The Farthest Star" was written by the Thoene's, but based on the original screenplay by Andrew Librizzi. I am but one of thousands who cannot wait to see the original vision played out onscreen! Check out the film on Facebook or at their website at www.beyondthefartheststar.com/
Posted by: Cindy Navarro | 12/21/2011 at 10:50 AM