Though the story centers around the boy, the primary focus is on the change in Aaron's heart. From his teammate, Derrick, and Cory's foster mom, Megan, he learns that the universe isn't as narrowly focused as he believes. He learns to trust and care for others. He undergoes a profound change of heart, as visible on the outside as it is obvious on the inside. Kingsbury is a talented writer, and she weaves a convincing story.
Her characters are three dimensional, and they touch your heart. She manages to impress us with the plight of foster children abandoned at the age of 18 without lecturing. There were only two problems that I had with the novel. The first was just how long it took for Corey to offer up his proof. If his mother had left a letter for the famous football star, why didn't he give it to Aaron earlier?
Because this would hasten the end of the novel. The second was the way the subject of rape was dealt with. It was fairly obvious from the beginning that something of that nature had occurred, but then it was completely dropped, only to be brought up later, in her letter. On the one hand, I understand a rape victim would not discuss this with either her new friend several years later or with her son, but the earlier mention of it made me think it had greater significance; I kid you not, I thought Aaron's agent had somehow arranged it.
I would have liked to have seen it either more subtly mentioned or dropped altogether from the first chapter. That said, the rape does provide a convincing reason that Cory's mother was so easily frightened away from Aaron. Overall, this was a fantastic story that I really enjoyed.
It touched my heart, and it made me think again about the foster children we too often forget. Karen Kingsbury has woven yet another great inspirational tale! Sep 10, Jill rated it it was amazing Shelves: q Karen Kingsbury is noted for teaching life lessons in her fictional, inspirational books, and one of her latest novels, Between Sundays, is no exception.
Set in downtown Pennsylvania, Kingsbury weaves together a story about a little boy named Corey, a young lady named Megan, and an NFL superstar named Aaron and their separate journeys that happen to bring them together. Corey's mother died in poverty when he was only seven years old. However, before she died she imparted a very big secret to Co Karen Kingsbury is noted for teaching life lessons in her fictional, inspirational books, and one of her latest novels, Between Sundays, is no exception.
However, before she died she imparted a very big secret to Corey. She told him who his father was. Corey's father has no clue that he's a dad. This book is about the journey of a son to his father, a father finding out of a son, finding true love in the most unlikely places, and finding God. Between Sundays is a book that Christians, no matter what denomination, will love.
Romance comes into play when young Megan meets Corey's father Aaron. For the sports fanatics, moment by moment football games are told and keep you on the edge of your seat in suspense. You will journey through the rough practices, feel the wrath of coaches, and receive the adrenaline rush from the cheering fans.
Christianity is the root of this book and many scriptures are quoted throughout. Kingsbury has mastered story telling down to a tee. The book kept me in suspense throughout, and I never knew what was going to happen. Kingsbury vividly describes the death of a mother, the fear of being alone, and peace that only God can bring all in the same book.
I loved this book so much that I want Kingsbury to make a whole series out of this book. It was one of the best books I have ever read, and I learned so much from it! Mar 04, Deb rated it it was ok Shelves: christian , fiction.
Kingsbury offers another tale that tugs at readers heartstrings--but there is a happy ending of course. It is set against the backdrop of professonal football and kids caught up in the foster care system. One of these kids, Cory, has been taken in by his foster mom Megan ever since his real mother died. She wants to adopt him but he is isistent he has a dad--and that dad happens to be the star quarterback of the San Francisco 49's.
Megan doesn't believe that this could be true, but the efforts o Kingsbury offers another tale that tugs at readers heartstrings--but there is a happy ending of course. Megan doesn't believe that this could be true, but the efforts of another football player gives Cory a chance to deliver a message to his "real dad".
What follows is the story of how this quarterback learns that what happens "between Sundays" is just as important as what happens on the field. I'm sorry, but the narrator tried to hard to make different voices for the characters, but her characterizations were distracting at best.
If you like emotionally laden stories give this one a read--but stay away from the audio version. Sep 20, Shirley Miller rated it it was amazing. I really liked this book. Author, Karen Klingsbury is a Christian writer of fiction, formally a sports writer. She was inspired to write this book after meeting and getting to know the San Francisco quarterback, Alex Smith in real life, whose passion is helping foster kids. Megan volunteers at foster care, runs a paper route every morning, gets Cory off to school and then goes to work in a diner.
She barely gets by financially. She loves Cory and wants to adopt him. Problems begin when Cory becomes obscessed with the San Francisco 49ers, reading every news item he can find about them and he never misses watching all their games. He is convinced the 49ers quarterback, Aaron Hill is his dad.
But I loved the characters and the sweet story. Mar 04, Melissa LifeFullyBooked rated it liked it. Good faith journey. Story about foster child and pro football player. Kingsbury's latest book takes a familiar plot device -- a setting in the fascinating world of the NFL -- and gives it a fresh twist. Megan and Aaron's relationship develops at a realistic pace and is filled with a series of believable twists. The novel's spiritual content provides encouragement and will help to uplift the reader's soul.
Foster parent Megan Gunn has been raising 8-year-old Cory for two years. She wants to adopt h Good faith journey. She wants to adopt him but can't because Cory insists that Aaron Hill, the star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, is his biological father. Megan sets out to prove that the arrogant Aaron is not Cory's father.
When Aaron gets involved with a program for foster children, it's because he hopes to improve his tarnished reputation. He doesn't bargain on the connection he feels with the beautiful Megan and the confusion that Cory's claim stirs up in him. Review originally appeared in RT BookReviews Aug 13, Melissa rated it it was ok. A story about a foster child named Corey; his mother died when he was 5 and now he is living with him mom's best friend Megan. The story revolves around how Cory meets Hill and how Hill actually falls in love with Megan.
I feel the story shines light on the need for reforming the foster care system. In order to help children who turn 18 transition into society and succeed. However, this story is VERY religious; the character A story about a foster child named Corey; his mother died when he was 5 and now he is living with him mom's best friend Megan.
I thought this took away from the storyline. It was also a little too predictable for me. Aug 05, Kristen rated it really liked it. Great book! I'm a sucker for happy endings, so I'm definitely not complaining. As the title says, most of life happens between Sundays! Jul 24, Laura Scott rated it really liked it Shelves: christian-fiction.
Between Sundays was an easy, light hearted read with a great theme. It's not what you do on Sunday that matters, it's what you do between Sundays. I enjoyed the story of love, redemption, faith, and hope. I also enjoyed the NFL being the setting because I love football! Feb 02, Shannon rated it it was amazing Shelves: books. Yes, this book was predictable, but I enjoyed every minute of it.
Hill's transformation throughout the the book, from jerk to a man of faith was inspirational. As a NFL fan, I had players faces in my mind who I have read about who had similar journeys to faith. A great read for all. Jul 15, Crista Slade rated it it was amazing. I'd give this book 6 stars if I could!
Book was great. Reader had a lisp or something. At times it really detracted from the story. Jan 07, Keli Wright rated it it was ok. Also I am all for foster kids but omgosh so repetitive! Just too much. Mar 05, Jan rated it it was ok. Audio book - a little too predictable, sugary and sweet for my taste. I loved this book. It was a nice refreshing change from some of the things I've read lately.
I did not realize that this was a faith-based book until I started reading. This did not take away from the story at all. I have read other faith-based books where God is and His will was repeatedly shoved down the reader's throat but this one did not do that. I am Christian but sometimes it's a bit daunting and takes away from the story when the whole book revolves about getting a non-believer to believ I loved this book.
I am Christian but sometimes it's a bit daunting and takes away from the story when the whole book revolves about getting a non-believer to believe. This book did a tasteful job and it actually enhanced the story.
It was great how each of the main characters blended into the story line and how there were several story lines that needed the other to complete. Normally, it's difficult for me to follow along when there are is more than one story being told within a novel but this one was done well. There were a couple of times I had to go back and re-read the beginning of a paragraph because the scene changed and I didn't realize. That could have been done better. But overall, great story.
Mar 10, Jill rated it really liked it Shelves: to-buy. I love reading Karen's books, and was delighted to find this book, in our free book store in town. I like the idea of Megan, who believed in God even thou she didn't go to church. You will be able to unsubscribe at any time.
Sign up Login. Remember Me. Forgot your password? Close Login. Forgot Password. Close Reset Password. Processing Please Don't Refresh the Page. Between Sundays Unabridged Audiobook. Play Sample. Remove From Cart. Give as a Gift Send this book as a Gift! Related Audiobooks. Reviews What people think about Between Sundays 4. Rate as 1 out of 5, I didn't like it at all.
Rate as 2 out of 5, I didn't like it that much. Rate as 3 out of 5, I thought it was OK. Rate as 4 out of 5, I liked it. Rate as 5 out of 5, I loved it. Rating: 0 out of 5 stars. Write a review optional. Between Sundays is about a hotshot football player Aaron Hill who has it all-except for Megan Gunn who works at the foster care center nearby.
She is different from most girls he's dated-she is strong, independant Just as things are looking up for Aaron, Megan's fosterchild gives him a letter saying that Aaron is his dad! He nor Megan believe him, they say it is a childhood fantasy that Cory made up. But could it be in the end that this 8 yr old boy actually knows more than appears? Predictable, sappy, churchy and amazing. This isn't the type of book I am into, but I really enjoyed the change of pace for me. Easy read that I plan to pass on to a foster kid that I am working with.
Kingsbury offers another tale that tugs at readers heartstrings--but there is a happy ending of course. It is set against the backdrop of professonal football and kids caught up in the foster care system.
One of these kids, Cory, has been taken in by his foster mom Megan ever since his real mother died. She wants to adopt him but he is isistent he has a dad--and that dad happens to be the star quarterback of the San Francisco 49's.
Megan doesn't believe that this could be true, but the efforts of another football player gives Cory a chance to deliver a message to his "real dad". What follows is the story of how this quarterback learns that what happens "between Sundays" is just as important as what happens on the field.
0コメント