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Song of Solomon (Urban Christian)

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I am not a big fiction reader. I used to be, but lately most of what I've read hasn't been worth the energy it took for me to put on my reading glasses. As an honorably discharged disabled vet who fought in Desert Storm and served three tours in Iraq, I've dealt with enough BS to last a lifetime. I don't need my reading pleasure to be BS too. So I've migrated to mostly empowerment and educational nonfiction reading material now, but the one thing I've learned over the years since I started reading books by Ms. Norman Bellamy is that I can't go wrong if I reach for one of hers. I can always bank of a good storyline, an exciting plot, and a refreshing group of characters to bring it all to life. As a man's man, I gotta say that this writer knows how to make a brotha feel vendicated. Her books always give us our due. She doesn't paint us as flawless individuals because that would be just as unfair and unfounded as the authors who are hell bent on painting us as hopeless individuals. But Ms. Norman Bellamy has a way of bring us male characters that are strong in spite of their weaknesses and honorable in spite of their mistakes. Just like Shaylynn Ford did for Solomon (Neil Taylor) in this book, Kendra's writings always gives us a reason to sing. "Song of Solomon" is a quick, engaging, 5-star read, and just like one of the other reviewers pointed out, I fully expect to see a sequel that will reveal what happened next.

Kendra Norman-Bellamy has done it again. She's one of those writers that never miss the mark for me. She always hits it out of the ballpark, staying true to giving her storylines an unquestionable Christian foundation while never being preachy and always making me want more. "Song of Solomon" was all of that. There is so much that I love about this story. Most of all I love the way it seriously addressed the spiritual, mental, and emotional issues one can face when they don't know how to let go and let God. When we don't know how to release the heartaches of our past, it can destroy our futures. Both of the lead characters in this book are experiencing that to some degree (one of them more than the other) and I appreciate the way the author made the characters and their "baggage" so real and relatable. Throughout the story I could feel Shaylynn's pain and Neil's frustration. One of the previous reviewers complained that although "Song of Solomon" was a great read, the story wasn't neatly tied up at the end so the reader really doesn't know what the full outcome is. My guess is that it is written that way on purpose. This is the way an author writes a book when they're planning a follow up story. I think I've read every book Kendra Norman-Bellamy has written and I know a sequel when I smell it. If all the questions were answered, there would be nothing the build a sequel off of. There is a sequel coming for "Song of Solomon" - I just know it. And I can't wait to read it. I highly recommend "Song of Solomon"

Commonly known as May-December relationships, age gaps between couples is a highly discussed topic. In Song of Solomon, we find out if that's truly the issue of why Shaylynn Ford and Neil Taylor seem to struggle when it comes to embracing one another.

Song of Solomon delivers a message of love that goes beyond just the natural, but delves into the spiritual connection of soul mates. Love is not just a superficial thing and as these characters learn from their past hurts, they finally face their emotions head-on. What becomes of two people who clearly have an attraction to one another, but an invisible wall of fear keeps them living in the past?

Very well written by a seasoned and loved author.

I really enjoyed reading this novel. Fine Christian Fiction. Story so vivid you can see it as you read it unfolding in your mind. Kendra takes you through a story of matters of the heart, with characters Shay and Solomon (Neil). Reminding us that we have to Let Go and Let GOD have his way. Savvy Book Club, Jackson, MS.

Song of Solomon by Kendra Norman-Bellamy is a romantic little story about an unlikely pair, Dr. Neil Taylor, a middle-aged, self-proclaimed bachelor for life, and a much younger, forever grieving widow and mother, Shaylynn Ford.Since Dr. Taylor is the headmaster for Shaylynn's son's school, and because he is very involved in his student's lives, Shaylynn quickly becomes familiar with him.Although, because of heart breaking experiences in their first marriages, neither of them is in the market for love, an instant attraction is evident. Despite their very different backgrounds and post-marital baggage, their common interests, and concern for eachother become increasingly difficult to ignore. Will they be able to leave their pasts behind in order to claim their future? Kendra does an excellent job of drawing the reader into a unique tale, and making he or she turn each page in anticipation.

By Ashea Goldson, (Christian fiction author)

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I must say Ms. Kendra has not failed her reading audience yet. This book in particular, helped me, for I am starting the healing process of losing a love one. This book touched on areas I can only imagine it would, upon reading it. I was not expecting to walk away with good feelings, but I must say, this is a excellent read, if you or someone you know, needs a transformation. buy it, rent it, whatever you do, read it, in quietness. I read this book in a day!!!

In this new installment, Song of Solomon by Kendra Norman-Bellamy readers are introduced to Dr. Neil Taylor, a devoted deacon and single man, who runs a well-established academy for children. Neil is also keeping a secret that guards his heart from others as well as having an impact on his relationships.

Shaylynn Ford is a young mother who is grieving the loss of her husband. Shaylynn is also an entrepreneur trying to build her interior designs since she has settled in a new town. Dr. Taylor and Shaylynn meet and he realizes they are meant to be together. Dr. Taylor has one problem and that is getting Shaylynn to understand the same thing.

Song of Solomon is an entertaining story of learning to love again. The author has once again captivated readers with a story that happens every day. The book has well-developed characters that help get the message across. I recommend this book to others.

Teresa Beasley

APOOO BookClub

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When I got this book I was in need of something to read. Little did I know this book would be as good as it was. Excellent read and page turner!

Kendra Norman Bellamy has been my absolutely favorite Christian fiction author for a while now and has never failed me when it comes to writing great novels!! I loved Song of Solomon; the characters were real, vivid and true to themselves. I too, am definitely looking forward to a sequel because I did not want to end the book today when I did. We need more, Mrs. Bellamy!! In the meantime, I'm gonna read another one of hers, Fifteen Years, until then...Thank you once again for another great book!

Shaylynn(Shay) and Neil(AKA Solomon)allow past heartaches to cloud their hearts when it comes to things that they love. Solomon lost his desire to sing after a family tragedy, and Shay is still in love with her deceased husband. Will Solomon sing his way into Shay's hardened heart or is her love for her husband too strong for any man on earth to break?

The story is very well written and realistic. Characters are well developed, plot was interesting and unpredictable. This is probably one of the best Urban Christian books that I have read. I will definitely be looking into the author's work. I highly recommend the read!

Overall rating...5.0(*****) stars