Summer Reader Reviews
Review by Josey, March 10, 2012
My first Karen Kingsbury book was loaned to me by my English teacher. I finished it in one day, and after that I was hooked. So when my mom started borrowing these books from her friend, I naturally HAD to read them. This was the best book in the series and it was honestly the firt book I have ever read that has moved me to tears. I felt so close to everyone, but especially Bailey Flanigan. As I continued reading, I was struck by how much Bailey and I are alike.... There are so many similarities that it was literally creepy!!!! I am a young Christian and these books have helped me to grow so much in my faith.....Thank you so much, Ms. Kingsbury for writing these books and God Bless you.
Review by Kegbeyale Dorcas, March 1, 2012
This book is a life applicable book because it shows us how God can bring out purpose from every situation whether good or bad and that no matter the circumstance you are facing, God already has a way of glorifying His name in the end. This book taught me how to trust God in a situation like that.
Review by Carinne , January 17, 2012
This book moved me to tears. I felt so connected to landon and ashley, cole, devin and little sarah marie. this book speaks dear to my heart and I cried along with Ashley and Landon. I think from when Landon told Cole about baby Sarah to the bery last page, I was heart-wrenchingly sobbing! My family thinks I'm crazy that I cry over books (except for my female relatives, of course :)..) But your books are something worth crying over! This was one of the first books that I cried in a long time! The baxters feel like everyday people in my life and I constantly envisioning what they would be doing if they were here with me! words can not describe how much your books have touched me. You have a magical gift, Karen, that has touched so many people, including me! I am 14 and your books have brought me closer to God and everytime I'm at a bookstore or the library, I automatically head to your section! I pray you'll continue to use your gift to praise God and his word and share these emotional, wonderful stories with the world! Blessings to you and your family!
Review by Jessica F, June 15, 2011
I love this book, but it's really sad. It shows how "not everything" goes by your definition of perfect. This series is wonderful, and the stories are even more. I can't wait to read another book by Karen Kingsbury.
Review by Gail Rosson, December 6, 2009
This story was very well written. It touched my heart and made me cry several times while reading. I love reading Karen's books because everyone is so real and it feels like what is happening to the characters that you are there with them through each moment, all the ups and downs, laughter and heartaches. Don't ever stop writing, Karen, because you bring these books to life.
Review by Fawn, October 20, 2009
I couldn't even read this book once i found out there was something wrong with Ashley's baby. I'm curently 3 months Pregnant and it broke my heart when i read that. So i skipped to the end of the book which i shouldn't have done because now i cant finish the book. I read the last chapter and cried the whole time. Your books are so real and makes me relize that anything can happen. I have read the whole Baxter series and loved everyone of them this one really touched my heart.
Review by Joy Scott, January 23, 2009
This book was amazing and excellent. However, I learned a lot from this book about anencephaly, which is a neural tube defect in unborn babies. Ashley and her family was affected by the baby's illness. It was good the baby came into the world; but sad when she lived a short life. This book should teach everyone to stick together and love one another in time of need. Accept whatever gender an unborn child will be. All should matter if it is healthy.
Review by Vanessa Johnson, January 2, 2009
I loved this book, it is one of my favorites. As I read it, I felt like I was right there in the book, I just couldn't put it down. I am so thankful to God for my four healthy children and seven grandchildren. I just want to thank you for the wonderful and inspiring writing in your books. I look forward to your new book coming out this month. Happy New Year and God Bless You. In Christian Love, Vanessa
Review by Emma, December 10, 2008
This is one amazing book! I was in tears all through the last chapter and amazed at how real life issues that have such devastating effects on any person including christians can be a powerful way in revealing God's love and miracles in a way only He can. I trully appreciated how real this book was and am already on Someday and can hardly put it down!! Karen Kingsbury is truly inspired by the Holy Spirit in her books and it has helped me to deal realistically with challenges that I face as a christian and deepened my relationship with God. May the Lord continue to anoint you and richly bless her for the lives she is changing through these books!
Review by Larissa, August 27, 2008
"Summer" is yet another one of your books that helps display God's faithfulness. I had bought the book (because it was the next in the series, not even looking at the description) on the way to my best friend's daughter's funeral. I devoured it in the car on the way and through this book it helped us heal from Nevaeh's death, which was also from Anencephaly. Her parents had the honor to get to hold her for one hour before she went to be with Jesus eternally. "Summer" has been yet another book that God has spoken through you, Karen, to touch many lives....THANK YOU! Only God knew the impact this book would have on us.
