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Mind Over Madi [Paperback]

Lynda Lee Schab
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November 15, 2011
All men cheat. At least, that's what Madi's mother has always told her. Madi McCall admits her husband lacks a little in the romance department, but all in all, he's been a good husband, a good father. Now, though, she suspects Rich is having an affair with Fawn Witchburn, the mother of one of his fourth-grade students. To say Fawn shows off her "assets" more than should be legally allowed in public is an understatement, and Madi's insecurities kick into high gear. When, in a heated moment, she asks Rich to leave and he complies, Madi is forced to deal with her issues. Issues of love and trust she's tried so hard to avoid. Issues that trail all the way back to her childhood and make her act like a total moron. "Takes readers on a roller-coaster ride of emotions that echo their own scream-inducing moments. Reserve space on your 'keepers' shelf for this one!"-LOREE LOUGH, award-winning author of 83 books, including reader favorite From Ashes to Honor. "Lynda Lee Schab is a new, fresh addition to Christian fiction. I'm eager to see what's next."-SANDRA D. BRICKER, best-selling, award-winning author of Always the Baker, Never the Bride. "A fast, fun read in the tradition of classic chick lit."-MEGAN DIMARIA, author of Searching for Spice and Out of Her Hands. "Smart, snappy, entertaining. Be prepared for chuckles aplenty as Madi learns a hard-won lesson about trust."-VIRGINIA SMITH, author of Third Time's a Charm and the Sister-to-Sister Series. "An engaging story of the proverbial ostrich with her head stuck in the sand. Fast-paced, highly enjoyable."-JULIE CAROBINI, author of Fade to Blue. Delightful. Witty. Entertaining. Real. Poignant. Light-hearted Women's Fiction at Its Best.

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: OakTara (November 15, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1602903034
  • ISBN-13: 978-1602903036
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,469,499 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

LYNDA LEE SCHAB got her writing start in greeting cards (Blue Mountain Arts, Dayspring) and from there went on to write articles and short stories (Mature Living, Christian Home & School) and in many places online (including www.Examiner.com and www.wow-womenonwriting.com), but her passion has always been fiction.

Mind Over Madi, her debut novel, is near and dear to her heart. Lynda admits she has a lot in common with the character of Madi. Not only are they both addicted to ice cream, chocolate, and computer games, they struggle with the same types of insecurities and continually require a hefty dose of God's grace.

Lynda works behind the scenes at FaithWriters.com and is a member of ACFW. She is a regular book reviewer for FaithfulReader.com and is the Grand Rapids Christian Fiction Examiner and the National Writing Examiner for Examiner.com. Lynda lives with her husband, Rob, and two teenagers in Michigan.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What a great read! December 26, 2011
Format:Paperback
It'll capture your attention and keep you reading to find out what happens next. Can't wait for the next book about Madi. The writer gets you laughing and weeping and thinking. Loved it!!!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars a MUST read December 15, 2011
Format:Paperback
Amazing Book

I highly recommend this book. I fell in love with the characters. I laughed and cried with Madi. The only thing negative I can say about this book is that it ended. :) I can't wait for the next one to come out.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wild Roller Coast Ride of Fun January 15, 2012
Format:Paperback
Madi McCall can be a lot of things: Narcissistic, neurotic, and nutty. Queen of the Morons and Princess Pathetic. And one who thinks that denial is a river in Egypt.

In other words, she is just like us.

When we meet Madi, she is struggling with insecurities, body image, and general boredom with life. She tries to find a job, but her skills are limited to acing computer solitaire and personally boosting stock for Edy's Dibs. (Not much demand in the job market for those talents.)

Before long, things get interesting as Madi jumps to conclusions faster than Super Man leaps tall buildings. Her insecurities get the best of her and her husband moves out of the house...and in with her detestable brother-in-law. Could it get any worse?

Yup.

Life marches on, despite the fact that Madi's world has been knocked off its axis. Her children struggle with various assorted kid issues, her best friend is acting weird, and then there's her mother, Maxine...

Maxine has chanted a mantra of "all men cheat" for as long as Madi can remember. And even though her father eventually turned his life around, her mother isn't about to let anyone forget what he did. And she certainly isn't going to forgive him. According to Maxine, he is the culprit of every rotten thing that has ever happened and ruined her life.

Maxine could win a medal in grudge-holding if it was an Olympic sport.

Madi's own issues ramp up as she ignores God and tries to `wing it' which of course, doesn't work out so well. It all comes to a head when she's dragged to a class reunion she doesn't want to attend. Everything snowballs out of control until Madi finally figures out she doesn't have to do it all on her own.

Lynda Schab's fun and light-hearted tale could be anybody's story. I found myself snickering at her predicaments (most of her own making), getting teary when the pain threatened to take her down, and letting out a cheer for her victories.

All in all, Mind over Madi is a fun and entertaining read that offers a little hope for the moron in all of us.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Laughing Out Loud Funny
Laughing out loud funny! As a woman, if you can't see half your girlfriends and more than a little of yourself in Madi, there is something wrong with you. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Pegg Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars The Christian Janet Evanovich!
I finished reading Mind over Madi in three days--not because it's short--it's not, but I couldn't help myself. This is a fabulous, fast-paced-fun-to-read-can't-put-it-down novel! Read more
Published 8 months ago by Dawn M. Garcia, M.S.
5.0 out of 5 stars I love Madi!
I fell in love with Madi from the very first word. She is my sister, my friend, even me many times. Her relationship with God is my relationship with God.... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mark L. Hatcher
5.0 out of 5 stars I Loved It!
"Mind Over Madi" by Lynda Schab was such a fun read. The characters seemed real and had to struggle with real issues in a very real, but funny, way. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Stephanie Craig
5.0 out of 5 stars Too good to put down.
"Mind Over Madi" is a keeper! I can loudly proclaim, "Read it! Read it!" The author, Lynda Lee Schab, has a way of making even the most serious ideas and feelings seem anywhere... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Yvonne B
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved Madi!!
I absolutely loved reading this book! I really fell in love with all the characters in this story. My copy of this book has been passed around to so many of my friends and they... Read more
Published 11 months ago by KristineV
5.0 out of 5 stars Wanted to punch her and then hug her
Seldom do I meet a person that I want to alternately punch and hug, but Madi fits the bill perfectly. Read more
Published 11 months ago by cori67
5.0 out of 5 stars Great summer read!
Loved this book! So well written and hard to put down! Madi is so real and easy to identify with. I loved her and at the same time wanted to grab her by the collar and speak some... Read more
Published 11 months ago by debidayle
5.0 out of 5 stars Faith-based Romance
I just finished reading Mind Over Madi by Lynda Lee Schab. I love that Madi allowed her faith to guide her back to her husband. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Deborah A. Button
5.0 out of 5 stars Mind Games Galore
Madi McCall has been married to Richard for 18 years, during which time her mother has been waiting for this marriage to fall apart. All men cheat, her mother says. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Valerie Comer
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