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Summary: I liked it and would definitely recommend it.
Review: A good, fun read that surely uplifts your spirits. A book about redemption, reconciliation, and hope. This isn't the most fascinating book I have ever read. Some of it is downright silly. I also think Neenan's transformation was too easy to be convincing. We never really do see the earlier, nasty Neenan. However, if you can get over the premise and description of the afterworld, the book is quite fun and uplifting. Very different from the other Greeley books I have read.
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Summary: The first three chapters
Review: About what happened with Neemna and Michael when Neeman was signing the contract.
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Summary: A gentle reminder of our Guardian Angels ever present to us.
Review: After reading this story, I reminded myself that my Guardian Angels are always as present as Archangel Michael and his companion was to Raymond Neenan. And they want to help us - turn our lives around or just to be there to help us stay on track. Thanks you, Fr. Greeley, for sharing your talent with all of us. MNeal1116@aol.com, Mary Neal
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Summary: Greeley's "Reverse Faust" Drives For Me!
Review: Andrew Greeley is a very engaging priest/author/sociologist who has just produced another sparkling masterpiece in Contract With An Angel. I have read all of his novels since The Cardinal Sins and have found his work has only improved over time! In this latest book, Greeley entertains, enlightens, and educates (it's a fun way to learn new vocabulary words!).The "reverse Faust" premise used in this story fascinated and intrigued me. I found the Michael Jordan-like angel absolutely hilarious! (Especially, on the heels of another Bulls Championship!) Michael brought humor and light each time he appeared to our hero, Neenan, who struggled to understand and fulfill his contractual agreement. The opening scenes on the airplane set the tone of the book and I quickly searched for a seat belt to remain in my chair to avoid falling off during my convulsive fits of laughter! Michael, unlike the character in the movie of the same name, displayed chic style and clever wit as he delivered his messages to Neenan. Young angelic choirs also punctuated positive action throughout the story and I came to look forward to their appearances. Lest you think this a piece of comedic fluff, the humor simply lures the reader into the messages that go beyond the "Touched By An Angel" words of "God Loves You!" Greeley imaginatively explains just HOW God loves you! The reader sees this in the grace of new beginnings given to Neenan in the short time left in his life, God's "gift" of Anna Maria, and in the very powerful ending! The story serves a slice of "Hound Of Heaven" and a bit of Dickens' Christmas Carol. Neenan and the cast of characters have hormones that work, anxieties over the same issues we face in our own lives, and flaws (because few of us are perfect!) which God manages to transform to good advantage! I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the delightful cameo appearance of a young Jewish girl whose identity I'll let future readers discover! The Greeley reader could, also, detect his admiration for the work of! Susan Howatch whom I've also read (Howatch's latest book is The Wonder Worker). He nearly convinced me that a "Starbridge Miniseries" REALLY was going to happen! I only wished that part of the fiction were fact! I think Greeley's stories could just as easily translate onto a tv or full screen movie. Like Howatch, his stories, including Contract With An Angel, have depth and substance and wit! I've never been disappointed and recommend a "Greeley experience" anytime!
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Summary: Angelic tale of love and science
Review: Andrew Greeley returns for the third time to one of his favorite themes...angelic intervention in a human's life. The fact that the subject knows, argues with, and allows himself to be "guided" by an angel (in this instance, Gabrielle), makes the plot more entertaining. Throw in Greeley's predilection for imbuing his stories with Irish wit, banter, and perusings and you have another top notch read. I can't think of a better way to spend a summer afternoon.
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Summary: A lovely trip!
Review: Andrew Greely never fails to disappoint his fans and this book is no exception! I found this tale to be exceptional. I kept asking myself, "What if? What if I knew my time on earth was limited, what would I change?" R.A. Neenan is confronted by Michael an angel resembling Michael Jordan, who contracts with Neenan in changing his life before his impending death. Neenan must completely change each close familial relationship in his life, which has become damaged due to his quest for more power, conquests and more money. Greely intertwines his descriptive and lively characters around two equally lively and descriptive angels, doing all they can to insure Neean turns his life around. Greely combines adventure, suspense, mystery and romance for one memorable tale of hope and the message of God's love ever present in our lives. His message of forgiveness, love, and renewal bring one back to the realization that we are never alone, we are never forgotten and that we are loved. I thoroughly recommend this book and you will have to read the book for the suspenseful ending! Another treat for Greeley fans!
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Summary: Another Greeley Winner!
Review: Andrew Greely never fails to disappoint his fans and this book is no exception! I found this tale to be exceptional. I kept asking myself, "What if? What if I knew my time on earth was limited, what would I change?" R.A. Neenan is confronted by Michael an angel resembling Michael Jordan, who contracts with Neenan in changing his life before his impending death. Neenan must completely change each close familial relationship in his life, which has become damaged due to his quest for more power, conquests and more money. Greely intertwines his descriptive and lively characters around two equally lively and descriptive angels, doing all they can to insure Neean turns his life around. Greely combines adventure, suspense, mystery and romance for one memorable tale of hope and the message of God's love ever present in our lives. His message of forgiveness, love, and renewal bring one back to the realization that we are never alone, we are never forgotten and that we are loved. I thoroughly recommend this book and you will have to read the book for the suspenseful ending! Another treat for Greeley fans!
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Summary: A must for ANGEL fans (heavenly type)
Review: As a "cradle Catholic" I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I loved the characters of Michael and Gaby and "The Other". Unthinkable when I was learning the Baltimore Chatechism in the late '40's.
Greeley's wry humor is always good for a laugh out loud. I did get just a wee bit weary of the descriptions of passion. Brevity would have been appreciated. Even so, I have recommended it to many of my family and friends.
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Summary: A must for ANGEL fans (heavenly type)
Review: As a "cradle Catholic" I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I loved the characters of Michael and Gaby and "The Other". Unthinkable when I was learning the Baltimore Chatechism in the late '40's.
Greeley's wry humor is always good for a laugh out loud. I did get just a wee bit weary of the descriptions of passion. Brevity would have been appreciated. Even so, I have recommended it to many of my family and friends.
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Summary: Contract with an Angel: Best of Three!
Review: CONTRACT WITH AN ANGEL is the third in a series of three novels with an angel theme. If you're reading this review, you have probably read the other two: ANGEL FIRE and ANGEL LIGHT. I thoroughly enjoyed both of these novels and have recommended them to my friends. My friends who have read these novels have enjoyed them. Although ANGEL FIRE and ANGEL LIGHT are wonderfully written books, CONTRACT WITH AN ANGEL is even better! Why is CONTRACT WITH AN ANGEL better than the two other angel books? Greeley, a splendid author and a master of the written word, takes a creative twist within these pages. He turns the story of Faust on its head and pursues many unexpected turns and jolts. Greeley's crafty writing skills can be found in all his other books, but CONTRACT WITH AN ANGEL has more than witty writing, it includes the unexpected. It's a great book.
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