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Mysterious Ways (Mysterious Ways Series #1) (Paperback)

by Terry W. Burns (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)


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This workmanlike western features rogue and drifter Amos Taylor, who, after holding up a stage, dons clerical garb and joins the posse to search for the bandit. But Amos is too clever by half: the town is so eager to see a preacher that he's dragooned into making sermons. With the help of an old black man, he does a good job of it, too. And when pretty Judy Valentine appears at his side to play the piano and sing, Amos finds the Lord's work to be downright agreeable. John Mort
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When Amos Taylor steals a parson’s clothes, he thinks he’s found the ideal disguise to hide his life of crime—until an old blind man enters his life who has a little trick up his own sleeve. Before long the disguise is working too well: The local residents start expecting Amos to actually serve as their preacher! When revival breaks out in the small Texas town, Amos’ payoff is bigger than he could have dared imagine—proving, indeed, that the Lord works in Mysterious Ways.

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: David C. Cook; New edition edition (November 18, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1589190270
  • ISBN-13: 978-1589190276
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #680,722 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars ...a well-written, entertaining story..., May 19, 2005
By Craig A. Hart (Grand Rapids, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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"Mysterious Ways" is the story of Amos Taylor, accomplished conman and thief. Fresh from the successful hold-up of a stagecoach and looking for a way to lay low for a while, Amos spots a minister's outfit drying on a clothesline. Thinking he has stumbled onto the perfect disguise, Amos dons the clothes and wanders into the town of Sweetwater. As expected, he is mistaken for a circuit-riding preacher and is soon roped into conducting church services for the local congregation.

When his secret is discovered by a blind man working in the jail, Amos expects to be turned in. Instead, the blind man, Joseph, understands that, while Amos is operating under false pretenses, he is bringing good to pass. So, under threat of exposure, Joseph forces Amos to continue the pretense. As the two continue, Joe's faith begins to influence Amos. But the will the lawbreaker allow himself to be won?

"Mysterious Ways" is a well-written, entertaining story played out against the background of the Old West. Highly recommended.

Craig Hart - CraigHart.net/ChristianLit Magazine
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Western I've Ever Read!, April 29, 2005
Terry Burns has a way with characterization, and his inspirational western "Mysterious Ways" kept me turning the pages until the end. Not an easy feat, because I usually shy away from westerns. But this story, with clean language, a quick paced-plot and Scriptural content, compelled me to keep on reading. I will be watching for Terry's next book!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read, February 21, 2005
What a delightful and entertaining read! You don't even have to be a fan of westerns to thoroughly enjoy this uplifting story of a man's deception and final salvation. The characters are well-developed and complex, while the plot is refreshingly original. The book leaves the readers with a general "feel-good" emotion after the last page is turned. For more of my reviews, visit my website at www.robinmillerbooks.com
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3.0 out of 5 stars This conman's disguise is about to get him more than he bargained for!
Amos is a conman, always on the lookout for the next big "dodge" he can pull off. Needing a disguise, he spots some preachers clothes on a clothesline, complete with the white... Read more
Published 1 month ago by V. Giese

5.0 out of 5 stars No con came with this book.
The hero is a con man, but the author certainly isn't. He provides an excellent story here while at the same time providing a Christian witness in a realistic fashion. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Donald J. Parker

5.0 out of 5 stars Super read
In this inspirational western, Burns introduces us to Amos Taylor, an outlaw whose only concern is taking care of himself. Read more
Published on April 12, 2007 by armchairinterviews.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Deceptively Simple Story Reveals Profound Truths
Terry Burns has crafted a deceptively simple, often humorous story that reveals layers of profound truth as you turn the pages. And turn those pages, you will! Read more
Published on September 5, 2005 by J. M. Hochstetler

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a heckuva book!
Terry Burns' inspirational western, "Mysterious Ways," is a book you won't be able to put down. Burns uses fast-pacing and good humor to keep the pages turning, engulfing the... Read more
Published on February 15, 2005 by Lincoln Rogers

4.0 out of 5 stars All the action and a good story too
MYSTERIOUS WAYS embodies all the ingredients of an old-fashion western--horses, bars, small town justice, cowboys, sweet love interest and a fast moving plot that takes the reader... Read more
Published on February 3, 2005 by Carolyn R. Scheidies

5.0 out of 5 stars Mysterious Ways
MYSTERIOUS WAYS steps into another realm of Western Fiction where the bad guy ultimately becomes the good. Read more
Published on January 31, 2005 by DiAnn Mills

5.0 out of 5 stars Mysterious Ways
Hold onto your hats, pardners! A new western novel with a flair for humor and realistic characters is riding the trails in the Christian market with Terry Burns's newly released,... Read more
Published on January 14, 2005 by Brenda J. Lott

5.0 out of 5 stars Terry's Best Book Yet!!!
Terry Burns has a real gift for capturing the true West of olden times. His descriptions are clear and the dialogue is so natural and true to how people talked and still talk... Read more
Published on January 9, 2005 by L. Estevez

5.0 out of 5 stars GOOD STORY!
I just finished reading an advance copy of MYSTERIOUS WAYS by Terry R. Burns. I'd love to say it's as good as Zane Grey or Louis L'amore but the truth is I've never read either of... Read more
Published on January 7, 2005 by Robert H. Blackman

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