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Wayward Winds (Secrets of Heathersleigh Hall #2)

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Out of all of Michael Phillips' books, this one is my favorite! I haven't been able to put it down because it is so fasinating and captivating! If you want an excellently written book that has explicit research, this book is for you. The characters are interesting and very real, whether it is Catharine and George exploring Heathersleigh Hall, the McFees visiting, or Amanda with her seemingly endless problems. I studied World War I in school this year and all the events that happened previously are in this book, which makes the book very interesting for me as well. There is nothing in this book I did not like! Read it yourself!

In two weeks I have read books 2,3 & 4 of the Heathersleigh series. I am purchasing #1 to read. I got so involved in the characters of the series. The thing which impressed me was that, in the process of reading them, I began to be aware of people in my life - and myself - who suffered the same spiritual afflictions as the Rutherfords and their friends; and more painfully so, was brought to a point of reassessing myself and my motives in life. I would think "how could amanda be like that" and a gentle nudging of the spirit would remind me that I, too, have allowed such pettiness in my life.. Not only entertaining and full of historial and geographical knowledge, but full of spiritual awakening.

This book is one of the most exciting and gripping books I've ever read! Amanda and her family are very real characters in very real situations. Michael Phillips has done a fantastic job with this series. I can't wait to read the next one! If you haven't read this series, I really recommend it. It will change you and your outlook on life. It has real characters, real plots, and a history lesson too!

I appreciate how much detail about the way characters think Phillips includes in the Heathersleigh series. I've realized many things about God through my reading of these novels, and that's a rare gift.

However, sometimes the message can obscure the plot and the action bogs down in a mire of feelings, questions, thoughts and sermons. So this book isn't just light reading -- some parts made me think. You can only really understand the point of all the action if you understand the growth the Rutherfords are going through, and that understanding will vary from person to person.

I can't wait to read the final two books in this series.

this book is rich in historical value and vivid characters. After the first book, this came as a refreshing surprise. It definately shows you the inside scoop of World War One and how the Fountain of Light persuaded and blinded its many followers.

Though I was disappointed with the first book in this series, the second more than made up for it. The plot was gripping and moved more rapidly than did the first book. It was a though provoking look at the events leading to World War I as well as God's ability to sustain and intervene in the lives of his children.

I expect great writing from Phillips and I wasn't disappointed. Those of us who know Jesus Christ personally are reminded of the choices and consequence of those choices we make everyday in this story. I particurlarly like the way he speaks to his audience. His skill as a writer shows us that although the time of the story is many year pass, people and conflicts never change. So many emotions were demonstrated in this book. I also enjoyed the history lesson.

I really enjoyed this book. It's a great christian novel with a thoroughly researched background of historical events during the time period setting. Phillips takes a rebellious daughter and brings her to her "knees" so that God can start working in her life. A real page turner.

Michael Phillips shows people the way they really are. The reality of faith during real trials and the reality of the struggle of parents. This book shows the struggle of faith against doubt and the search for wisdom of characters both young and old. God is shown as Someone real rather than just an "Ideal". An awesome book.

Service was great and the book was in good shape - had a little more notes written in than I expected, however you description stated as such. Will purchase from you again.