The Book of Peach by Penelope J. Stokes

A washed up beauty queen finds herself returning to live in her hometown with her critical mother. Life has not turned out the way she thought it would. As she deals with her loss and copes with her new circumstances, she finds hope for the future arising out of the past.

The author paints a realistic picture of the struggles some mothers and daughters have. The main character, Peach, comes to understand and accept her mother in a way that she doesn't expect. This book ends on a hopeful note and was a quick, but enjoyable read. If you have enjoyed Ms. Stokes other novels, I think you would like this one, also.

A Stranger in the House of God by John Koessler

John Koessler writes an interesting book subtitled from Doubt to Faith and Everywhere in Between. He shares his faith journey with his readers. I found parts of it hilarious and reminiscent of my own journey. He raises some interesting questions along the way, too. What about unanswered prayers for healing and others.

I enjoyed his writing style and his open and honest manner. I enjoyed his conclusions. I found myself having arrived in a somewhat similar spot at this point in my journey. If you like to read books along the lines of essays with humor and truth interspersed, this is a book for your reading list!