Crossing Jhordan's River (Lift Every Voice) [Paperback]

Kendra Norman-Bellamy (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2005 | Series: Lift Every Voice

Jhordan was only a boy when he witnessed his mother's suicide. At first, the pain of his loss weighed on him, but the pain soon festered into a deep-seated mistrust of women. Failed relationships abound, and now his marriage to Kelli has brought him to a crossroad. His cold heart may finally chase Kelli into the arms of another man.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Lift Every Voice (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802412556
• ISBN-13: 978-0802412553
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #783,307 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kendra Norman-Bellamy (www.KendraNormanBellamy.com) is the national bestselling author of numerous faith-based titles. She is best known for her fiction writing, but is also the author of one nonfiction title, "I Shall Not Die," an empowerment book that was inspired by her own life experiences.

In addition to her writing, Kendra is the visionary of KNB Publications (www.KNB-Publications.com), Cruisin' For Christ (www.CruisinForChrist.org), and The I.S.L.A.N.D. Movement (www.IShallNotDie.org).

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Love Hurts, December 30, 2005

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The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crossing Jhordan's River (Lift Every Voice) (Paperback)

In CROSSING JHORDAN'S RIVER by Kendra Norman-Bellamy, Jhordan and Kelli Adams have been married for only 10 months and already there is trouble in paradise. Although Kelli has a deep love for Jhordan, she can't understand why her husband is so distant and won't open up to her or show her affection. She feels as if she only has a piece of his heart and she wants all of it.

Jhordan has a few crosses to bear. After being hurt by his mother and his ex-wife, the two women he loved the most in his life, it's hard for him to give himself completely to his current wife, Kelli. His fear of being hurt again is overpowering his love for her.

In order to save their marriage, Jhordan has to come to terms with his pain and allow himself to be the man Kelli needs him to be. In addition to Kelli's feelings, Jhordan has to also take into consideration the feelings of his daughter, Jazmine, who loves her new mommy and enjoys being in a stable environment.

The trials and tribulations that the Adams family endures can either break them or make them stronger. Despite the love they have for one another, problems arise that may be detrimental to the longevity of their marriage. Is their love strong enough to weather the storm? Or will they go their separate ways, searching for happiness elsewhere?

CROSSING JHORDAN'S RIVER is a poignant novel that touches on the heartstrings of those who have ever been in love. Love isn't supposed to hurt, and if the communication between the Adams family was a little stronger, their love wouldn't hurt at all. The story shows how two people from different backgrounds fall in love and endure trial after trial. It makes you step back and wonder if you would stick around during the pain or throw in the towel at the first sign of trouble, especially with the way Jhordan handles his issues. Kelli just wants to feel loved by her husband, and if he isn't capable of conveying that love, there might be someone else who is. Between these pages you see how a family that everyone thinks has it all, has their share of problems. You realize that all that glitters isn't gold.

Reviewed by Eraina B. Tinnin
of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Crossing Jhordan's River, May 5, 2005

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GoodBrotha (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crossing Jhordan's River (Lift Every Voice) (Paperback)

This is another amazing story from what I have come to respect as an amazing writer. I was introduced to Kendra Norman-Bellamy's work when I read a copy of FOR LOVE & GRACE a few months back. From there, I read A LOVE SO STRONG and that's when I knew that the world of Christian fiction had a rising star that wouldn't disappoint the genre. I couldn't wait for CROSSING JHORDAN'S RIVER to hit the bookstores here in Boston, MA. Picked up my copy on yesterday and didn't put it down until I'd read it cover to cover. This story that addresses the issues that men face when we've been burned too many times to forget is probably Mrs. Norman-Bellamy's best work yet. I thought it didn't get any better than A LOVE SO STRONG, but I like this one the most. Now since I loved FOR LOVE & GRACE so much, I can't wait until the release of BECAUSE OF GRACE in July. This author is not just cranking out books for the sake of writing, but she's cranking out some really good fiction of substance wherein a realistic story is told and an important lesson is learned. Nothing but big ups go to CROSSING JHORDAN'S RIVER!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We All Have RIVERS to Cross, May 29, 2005

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An Avid Reader (Atlanta, Georgia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crossing Jhordan's River (Lift Every Voice) (Paperback)

Kendra returns with yet another powerful story of what happens when people (in this case) characters give their "burdens" to Christ. Jhordan had, like many christians, "issues" that stemmed from a painful childhood memory. This planted a seed of mistrust in him that would spill over into his adult life. This story proves that if you don't deal with issues, eventually, they will deal with you.

Kendra's an anointed author who pens stories like this one that even young readers can read, enjoy and relate to the storyline. Jhordan had to come to grips with his past and not allow it to ruin his "present"....he had to cross his own river and TRUST again. Great JOB Kendra on another bestseller.

Cheers on another great book!