Chop, Chop (Chop, Chop Series - Book 1) [Kindle Edition]

L.N. Cronk (Author)

Book Description

Contemporary Christian Fiction: Top Rated . . . Best Selling . . . Award Winning!

Don't let the fact that it's the first in a series scare you off - Chop, Chop is a complete, stand-alone novel that will NOT leave you hanging. The sequels, however, are very reasonably priced for those who wish to follow the characters further.

Often pegged as a "Young Adult" novel, demographics show that most readers of the Chop, Chop series are actually between the ages of 25 and 55 (and the sequels are definitely geared toward that age group).

Whether you're young or old, Chop, Chop is a true coming-of-age story about friendship, loss and forgiveness that is sure to touch your heart.

Synopsis: Ever since Laci was a little girl she's been growing out her pretty, brown hair and chopping it off to send to Locks of Love. When Greg moves into town and finds out what she's doing, he thinks it's a great idea...so he starts doing it too! It's just one of the things that reserved, young David must tolerate as their friendship grows throughout the years. As they near adulthood, they grow not only closer to each other, but closer to God as well. David finds himself content in every way, but when tragedy occurs David must struggle to find his way back to God.

Winner of an Honorable Mention at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I loved this book. I will say it again. I loved this book. I was moved to tears more than once . . . It is not often that I find a Christian book that has so much depth. This book deals with love, faith, death, forgiveness, and the pains of going from childhood to adulthood."
- Tiffany A. Harkleroad - Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer

"Chop, Chop is a gem!"
--Novel Teen

"Wow! What a GREAT book! It's rare to find one that isn't the same old, worn out storyline. I think it was intended to be a book for young adults, but I found it very enjoyable. It is a Christian book, but not overly preachy at all; and the storyline is not twisted to try to get some Christian message across."
- Linda M.

Product Details

• File Size: 401 KB
• Print Length: 202 pages
• Publisher: Rivulet Publishing (July 12, 2008)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B001CK7YV0
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
  • #1 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Religious Fiction

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

128 of 129 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Jewel February 1, 2013

By Reader Chele

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I found this book completely by accident in June of this year. I was over my "allowed" Kindle Budget but I needed something to read. I couldn't pay to download anything else that month, so I started to peruse the free books. Before Chop-Chop, all the free books I downloaded had ended up abandoned on my Kindle, deemed unworthy and too bad to get through by me, the book snob. I did not have high hopes. However, this book had 5 star reviews and lots of them. And a few 3,2, and 1 star reviews mixed in too. The bad reviews gave me hope. I say that because I don't trust books that have all glowing reviews. I don't believe that there is anyway everyone is going to agree on a book, and I feel like if a book has all 5 star glowing reviews someone is either paying for reviews or has a lot of family and friends who want to help bolster the books ratings.

SO, I downloaded the free book and I started to read. I read fast. I devoured it. The dialogue was the most suprising to me. It was so real! I was sure she (L.N) was a he, because the narrating character of David sounded so believable to me. It took me back to my early teen years, growing up in youth group, and that made me happy. I laughed AND cried with the characters. It was a joy. It also reminded me a bit of another favorite series of mine "Yada-Yada Prayer Group" by Neta Jackson.

I've read some of the bad reviews on here who say this book is meant for the younger reader. It was an easy read, yes. But also uplifting and full of faith.I am not a fan of "cheesy" books or "fluffy" reads, and I wouldn't put Chop-Chop in either of those categories. It was just real.Also, it was not dark, nor vulgar, nor inappropriate for the younger reader, however I would be cautious when recommending to a middle schooler because of the violence and death the characters must deal with in the latter part of the book. And remember, while it's a stand alone book, and you don't have to read the sequels (but hello? They are wonderful!!!) this series spans the characters complete lifetimes. This first one does take place in their younger years, so maybe thats why people have commented that it's more for the younger reader? I don't know. The rest of the series takes you through the trials of parenting, adulthood, marriage, and the ups and downs of life. The entire series has truly touched me. Through all the books I have cried, laughed, gotten (REALLY) mad, and loved David,Lacy,Tanner,Charlotte and all the crew.

If youre a Christian Fiction fan, I highly recommend this book. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

62 of 64 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it.... November 14, 2011

By Tiffany A. Harkleroad TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

For as long as he can remember, David has been friends with Laci. Even when she does things that annoy him, like chop off her long hair to send to a charity that makes wigs for cancer patients. David things this is the stupidest thing, until Greg moves to town. Greg becomes friends with both Laci and David, and a strong bond, as well as strong faith, develops between the three of them. When the tragedy strikes, with that bond, and that faith, be enough to see David through?

I loved this book. I will say it again. I loved this book. I was moved to tears more than once during the reading of this book. It is not often that I find a Christian book that has so much depth. This book deals with love, faith, death, forgiveness, and the pains of going from childhood to adulthood. We watch David, Laci, and Greg take a tremendous journey, and I felt as though I was taking it with them.

The characters in this book are really well developed, I think in part because we hear the story being told by David. To hear a character's thoughts allows the reader to connect with the character, and I felt very connected to David. I loved seeing that these kids were not perfect. As Christians, we often put a lot of pressure on our youth to be perfect, so I find it encouraging that these characters sometimes struggled with their faith, or with doing the right thing; young readers need to see characters in these types of situations.

The book is highly emotional, particularly toward the end. It was actually quite difficult for me to watch these characters go through the devastating event they went through, but it is a situation that is relevant and could have been taken from the headlines over the past few years. I think this book is an excellent read, to adult or young adult readers, and can actually be quite a source of comfort. As this is the first in a series, I can honestly say, I cannot wait for the second.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Emotionally compelling Christian Novel December 4, 2008

By Oisin Reed Kelly

Format:Paperback

Chop, Chop is a very unique book; it's a novel about a normal guy living in a normal Midwestern town. This book tells the story of a young man questioning his faith, and coming out so much a stronger person. The whole story is so real and emotionally compelling that it could easily have been a memoir. The book is a must read for teens in the Christian community!
-Oisín

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