Israel—God’s Heart by Ron Gafni and Kathleen Barrett

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About the Book:

Israel—God’s Heart: Landscapes and Legacy of Israel (Skypics Israel, November 2016)

Soar across the skies of beautiful Israel and visit contemporary and historic sites beckoning visitors to stay and explore.

The beauty of Israel from above is captured by top aerial photographer Ron Gafni.  As you sweep over ancient ruins, fly high in hot air balloons, and view vignette’s of Israel’s modern lifestyles, Holy scripture will also come alive. Author Kathleen Barrett offers reflective narrative with scripture pointing to God’s redemption plan for the world.

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About the Authors:

Ron Gafni works as a professional aerial photographer after spending more than a decade in Israel's High-Tech Industry. He brings his vast experience and personal perspective through the lens of a proud Israeli citizen. His work has been featured in National Geographic, and his company, Skypics.co.il, provides books from its "Israel From Above" collection to the Israeli government, Army and Air force, as well as to large corporations in Israel.

Kathleen Barrett, a south Florida resident and former teacher is a student of the Word. She shares her thoughtful point of view in "Israel-God's Heart" from a personal, 40-year walk of Christian faith and study. In 2002, she authored a children's devotional. Before that and since then, she has published numerous articles from mission's outreach to local political events. Her more personal and reflective work has been featured in a number of collections.

Margie’s Comments:

The photos in Israel – God’s Heart are stunning! Beautiful! Amazing! I’ve never been to Israel in person (it’s on my bucket list), but this book was the next best thing. What a blessing to read the narrative that went along with the photos, as well. The readings combined with the photos truly spoke to my heart and made me so thankful for God’s grace that makes it possible for me to be a part of God’s family and chosen people.

Thank you to the publishers, photographer, and author for the free book in return for a review.

The author/photographer of the book have made this available online.

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Driver Confessional by David L. Winters

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Driver Confessional (May 2017)

Ride share driver Antonio cruises the streets of Washington, D.C. looking for his next fare.

He has an unusual gift for relaxing his Buber customers and stimulating their desire to reveal more than they planned. By the completion of their ride, many feel so comfortable they confess their sins great and small. Antonio’s faith and continuous prayers guide his discussions and points him in new directions. Suddenly, his peaceful world is turned upside down by a mysterious businesswoman. As she heads to a midnight rendezvous, she confesses more than Antonio can handle. Her story sends him and his police detective brother into a world of espionage, international terrorism, corporate excesses, and danger.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

David L Winters is an award-winning author, humorist and speaker, originally from Ohio, who lives in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. His first book, "Sabbatical of the Mind: The Journey from Anxiety to Peace," won several awards including a Silver Illumination Award from the Jenkins Group and two Finalist Medals from the Next Generation Indies Book Awards.

MARGIE’S COMMENTS:

Even though some of the publicity that came out about Driver Confessional by David Winters said it was a fast-paced thriller, I found it difficult to get into. While the story overall was good, it definitely wasn’t a fast read for me. The characters were good, but could have been better developed, so I didn’t connect with them as I would have liked to. Then there were the editing/proofreading errors. As a professional freelance editor, when I run across errors, they pull me out of the story. (I received a free book from the author in exchange for an honest review of my personal opinions.)

The Great Chattanooga Bicycle Race by Mike H. Mizrahi

ABOUT THE BOOK:

The Great Chattanooga Bicycle Race (Redemption Press, April 2017)

Chattanooga society is turned upside down as a young woman has the audacity to ride a bicycle–in bloomers!

It’s 1895. Anna Gaines, 19, struggles to conquer her insecurities after a horrible fall years ago from her beloved horse, Longstreet. On a visit with her aunt in Brooklyn, she’s drawn to the new pastime of bicycling. But back at home, cycling is a scandalous sport for a proper lady. Southern women did not engage in activities meant for men.

Anna has her eye on Peter Sawyer, president of the Cycling Club. As community outrage grows, an unexpected turn of events pits Anna against Peter in a race between the sexes.

Will Anna prove that women deserve the same right as men to ride “the wheel?” Will she choose to live a quiet, traditional life of a housewife and mother? Or will she pursue college and become one of the “new women” emerging into the twentieth century on the seat of a bicycle? What will become of the spark between Anna and Peter?

Faith, patience, and courage help Anna to become the person she was meant to be.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Mike Mizrahi has a master’s degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from Boston University. After a career in corporate public affairs, he retired to pursue writing. After a mission trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo, he wrote his first novel, "Kabirizi’s Revenge," and is also the author of "The Unnamed Girl." Mike and his wife Karen live in Woodland Hills, Calif., where the couple raised their two adult children, and he enjoys reading and writing.

MARGIE’S COMMENTS:

The Great Chattanooga Bicycle Race is the first book I’ve read by Mike Mizrahi. And I loved it. Right away I identified with the heroine, Anna, and I rooted for her all through the book as she fought for emancipated womanhood combined with women’s traditional roles. As the book built up to the race between Peter and Anna, she didn’t realize how many people, men and women, she’d influenced and helped in her fight to become an active, godly woman, overcoming her fears, and gaining respect, in front of the entire town. I will be looking for more books by this author in the future. (I received a free book from the publisher in exchange for a review that states my personal opinions.)