Some lighter reading for the last of summer …

It’s the dog days of summer, the perfect time to lighten your reading regimen with some inspirational stories and a good novel! Here are a few titles that can do just that (I have previously posted full reviews of the first two books listed below) …

“Redemption” by Bryan Clay (published by Thomas Nelson). After hours and hours of watching the Olympic games, what better way to enjoy a slow summer day than with the inspirational story of Clay’s journey from fighting in school as a kid in Hawaii to fighting his way up the ranks as a decathlon athlete to win an Olympic gold medal. This is more than the story of the forging of a decathlon champion, it’s also the story of the forging of a disciple as you read about the true redemption Clay experiences.

Could you survive nine months lost at sea? Could you survive the lifestyle of a Hollywood executive? In “The Fourth Fisherman” by Joe Kissack (published my WaterBrook Press), two unlikely worlds collide in a way only God could bring together. Kissack shares his story of career and personal collapse, and how his path crossed those of Mexican fishermen who battled the harsh elements at sea for months with only part of the little crew surviving. What was the key to survival in both instances? Read the story to find out and be inspired!

When you want to get lost in a good story, David Baldacci is a talented writer to check out. Baldacci is not a Christian fiction genre writer, but he is an outstanding story teller. He has written more than 20 books, mostly thrillers, many of them international best sellers. But his latest book, “One Summer” is a departure from his usual thriller novel. Instead, Baldacci serves up the tale of a family impacted by tragedy, and how a summer trip away from home challenges them to come back together.

Enjoy your reading!

Scotty