I (Tracey) absolutely love to read. I don't know how or why I despised it as much as I did as a youngin but I did. Call me a nerd, but I'd almost always rather read a book than go to the movies. Very rarely do I feel as disappointed after I complete a book as I do when I take in other forms of media.
"What is the What" (co written by Dave Eggers and Valentino Achak Deng) was finally completed this Sunday afternoon and I can easily say that it is one of my favorite books. You step into the life of Valentino, a lost boy from Sudan, who bears all through the telling of his life in a profound and heart gripping manner. Although it's not the focus of the novel, the perspective that he has on God and his relationship with Christ was very refreshing. I highly recommend it.
Some other books that I've taken in this year...
Divine Comodity - Skye Jethani
Wow. An interesting look into how our “commodity focused” culture has influenced the way in which we are "churched" and our expectations of God.
La Isla Bajo el Mar - Isabel Allende (for all those Spanish readers)
Amazing book from the perspective of a female slave from Haiti and the story of her life.
Treasure Island - Robert Stevenson
Who doesn't want to be a pirate? Plus, it’s one of the free classics that you can get on your eReader.
Love Wins - Rob Bell
Although I didn't agree with his basic premise, I found his urgency for focusing on the Kingdom of God here and now much needed in the Christian circle. I always feel like I learn the most about my relationship with Christ through people who have very differing opinions than myself.
The Prince – Machiavelli
Just in case you’re thinking about becoming a ruler/dictator of some far off land, you’ve got to know your options. Another classic that is free on the eReader in which Machiavelli goes through the different ways to rule a kingdom. Once again I’m a geek with a background in International Studies. It’s good.
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