Casting the First Stone

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Summary: Deception, Greed, Lust
Review: "Casting the First Stone" has them all. Ms. Roby took a true topic and turned it into a novel. Reading this book really drives home that sometimes "things or people are not always what they appear to be". Tanya did very well trying to stick it out with hopes that her husband, Curtis (a minister), would come to his senses and stop womanizing and focus on their marriage. Unfortunately, Curtis is so blinded by the money, the power and the women that he realizes his ordeal too late. Ms. Roby does a good job with the two main characters and focusing on their parts in the marriage. As I was reading Curtis' thoughts, I would wonder how he could be so self-centered. Everything was about his needs and wants without regards to who gets hurt in the process. This book is a good read because of its religious backdrops and the breath of reality you feel while reading it. This is a book that can be related to in some way.

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Summary: TEMPTATION, TEMPTATION AND MORE TEMPTATION!
Review: We got the Black Family, The Black Church, The Black First Lady, and The Prominent Black Minister and Now Can I Get An Amen! Casting The First Stone is a story about comtemporary issues that affect the family and the church today and portrays a realistic as well as behind the scene view of the church. Tanya Black, the wife and First Lady of the story, is torn between keeping her family together or moving on and severing the ties to her husband, the minister Curtis Black. It seems the good Rev. Black has had a few too many dalliances and he seems to be changing from a loving husband to someone Tanya used to know. In fact, Rev. Black has become so enthralled with himself, lust, power, greed and wealth that he appears to have forgotten why he became a minister in the first place. Casting The First Stone was wonderfully written and the storyline/plot depicted the ups and downs many couples face when one partner decides to seek there own agenda and does not consider the needs/feelings of the rest of the family. Ms. Roby did a wonderful job of bringing her characters to life in the minds of readers. She included characters that were relatable and ones you could easily identify with. Situations were included which tested all of your emotions and made you cry, laugh, seek revenge, and get upset but also made you keep turning the pages to find out the ultimate outcome. My only disappointment with Casting The First Stone, was that Ms. Roby did not explain Rev. Curtis Black more. I wanted to know more about what made him tick and why he did some of the things he did. However, I also realize that in real life there a number of Curtis Blacks who act the same way. No Ryhthm or Reason but Just Because. Casting The First Stone is a books which shows that all of us have flaws and faults and none of us are exempt. And sometimes even the best of us fall to temptation(The First Lady--Tanya included); however there are always consequences or rewards associated with what ever decisions we decide to make. With Faith and Committment, We Can Turn Around Any Situations And Start Anew.

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Summary: Casting The First Stone
Review: The characters you can identify with. If you've had any misgivings about pastors and their devotion to their church and church members, this story will prove all true. You have to keep reminding yourself that not all churches are ran this way. When a person has so much power, it's amazing how they handle it. Once you pick this book up you will not want to put it down. I found myself reading until 2 or 3am when I know I had to be up at 6am for work the next morning. The story grips you from the very beginning. I've already put it in the mail to my sister as she could not find it in the library. I've read all three of Ms. Lawson's books and I cannot wait for the next one to come out. A serious "Must Read"!

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Summary: Makes you think!
Review: I enjoyed this book tremendously. Anything that Kimberla wrote I have read and enjoyed, but this book topped them. It just makes you think, does actions like this carry on in your church? But it goes to show you that people put to much faith in the pastor instead of the one they should put their faith in. Pastors are human and make mistakes and can fall short of glory. Tanya was a better person than me, because as soon as I suspected I would have left, because the first lady takes on as much responsibility as the pastor. This book is a must read, and a good book club selection. Keep up the good work, Kimberla, and keep them coming?

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Summary: Casting the First Stone
Review: This book is a real page turner. This novel tells a story of a family and the local church members who put too much faith in their pastor. This novel reveals the trueness of a family caught up in facade. I recommended this book to anyone who's attended church at least one day in their life!

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Summary: CASTING THE FIRST STONE
Review: I READ HERE AND NOW WHICH I REALLY ENJOY. AS SOON AS I SAW THERE WAS ANOTHER BOOK BY THE AUTHOR . I HAD TO BUY IT AND READ IT. WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE MY FEELING. THIS WAS, IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE READ THIS YEAR. I AM A AVID READING .IT TOOK ME LESS THAN 10 HOURS TOTAL TO FINISH. WHAT I LIKE MOST IS THE STORY LINE IS SO TRUE TO LIFE. THIS HAPPENS EVERY DAY. I WAS GLAD YOU WAS WILLING TO WRITE ABOUT IT. AND YES I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT BOOK.

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Summary: Good Book
Review: This book was really good. I totally enjoyed the way Kimberla kept the drama unfolding. My only complaint was the ending. The pot keeps thickening but Kimberla never really brought it to a full boil. I was expecting a big bang at the end but all I got was a little pop. But overall this is a really good book with a hidden lesson for avid church goers. I truly enjoyed it. Happy Reading!

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Summary: VERY WELL WRITTEN - (If the truth be Told) Makes one think
Review: Kimberely, I thought I was really reading someones' true story. I enjoyed this book tremendously. It was something else. What can I say, "only that it was a good one." I want to say more, however, the book says it all. I have read and enjoyed all your books.

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Summary: CAST THE FIRST STONE
Review: I absolutely loved the book HERE and NOW and couldn't wait to purchase and read CAST THE FIRST STONE. I found the book quite disappointing, however. It lacked the depth of HERE and NOW and though the theme could have made for an interesting read, the book droned. I read it until the end (although I'm not sure why), but would not recommend it. If you want to read it, I would suggest you borrow it from a friend.

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Summary: A Revelation
Review: Kimberly Roby captures the audience with the reality of deceptions that Christians face in today's churches. She depicts how the love and obsession with power, fame,sex, and money can eventually destroy the soul, family, and church. This book takes an inside look at the struggles of a prominent African-American family within the setting of an influential and powerful African-American Church. Curtis Black, a charismatic and powerful minister, is involved in many ungodly escpades that ultimately cost the demise of his family, church, and personal gain. Tanya Black, his devoted wife and first lady, believes in the institution of marriage. Thus, she is empowered by her faith in God to keep her family together despite the many trials and struggles within her marriage to Curtis. This is truly a novel worth reading and sharing by all. Casting the First Stone is a revelation for church goers to behold.