The Yada Yada Prayer Group

Rating:
Summary: Better than "The Ya-Ya Sisterhood" . . . .
Review: . . . . but that is what's known as damning with faint praise.

I have to admit, this book kept me turning the pages. As a slice of American life, it was enjoyable. Although Jodi was the least sympathetic of the characters. Are Christian women really such uptight prudes like Jodi is? She was shallow and not very introspective throughout the entire book. No wonder she didn't seem to have any friends until the Yada Yada's took pity on her. And her husband Denny is a saint to put up with her constant nagging.

Other than that, this book was a very interesting look into what it must be like to be a Christian in America today. It was nice to see that life for American Christian women is not too different than my life as an American non-believer.

Of all the women, Florida is my favorite, someone I could see being friends with, definitely. I also liked all the other women except Yo-yo, who is a two-dimensional, stereotypical paper doll of a non-believer.

I'd like to let Christian readers know that we non-believing moms have all the same concerns and feelings and loves and hopes that you do. We lean on our friends in times of need, just like you do. The only thing that's different is we don't speak to a God who may or may not exist.






Rating:
Summary: AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! MUST READ!!!!!!
Review: I can not reccommend this book enough.....I am addicted to reading books, after reading this one, though, I had to take a breather and reflect, reflect, reflect.....before picking up the next book.......
PROFOUND, MOVING, Life-altering.... This book will give you a new attitude!

Rating:
Summary: Hitting close to home
Review: I finished this book three days ago, and have already suggested it to two of my friends. You will identify with at least one character in this well-written tale of every-day people doing the best they can with what they have, and trying to live by their beliefs to boot! You will smile, nod and chuckle. You will probably also cry. Read it.

Rating:
Summary: Great, Awesome, Yada Yada...
Review: I picked this book up at a Christian bookstore looking for something interesting to read on a whim. I love to read, especially and as a Christian I like for the books to positive and uplifting. Imagine my surprise with this page turner which had me hooked from the first page. The characters are well written and I could see parts of me and my friends in each one. Just like the characters, we are all at different stages in our Christian walk and have different ideas and interpretations in the way that we pray, praise and worship. This is a must read if you like page turning fiction.

Rating:
Summary: Absolutely Awesome
Review: I purchased this book around Christmas and read it while on vacation this past week. I couldn't stop. The story and characters are so wonderfully developed, it kept me wanting to read more and more. I felt like I truly knew each of the characters and could relate and imagine each of them. Neta Jackson did an awesome job, and I'm truly looking forward to the release of her next book continuing this story in August. I can't wait!!!

Rating:
Summary: More than a Christmas Surprise
Review: I received this book as a Christmas gift from my mom. Upon receiving it, I had no idea why she would pick this book as I had never even heard of it. A few days later I decided to give it a try, and found that I could not put it down once I started it. I finished this book in three days, which is a record considering I have two small children. While reading it, I figured my mom sent it to me because it reminded her of her own women's group that formed after a weekend retreat. I asked her about it, and she had never even read the book. She and my sister picked it out because of the cover. It was a perfect match to her group. Now she is wanting to read it. I cannot wait for more of these to come out. It really leaves you wanting more. I was actually sorry I had read the book so fast.

Rating:
Summary: I was totally caught up...
Review: I stayed up later than normal every night because I just couldn't find a stopping place.

This is a wonderful story about how a group of women become entwined in each other's lives, and you will feel like you are right there. Laugh, cry, praise, and pray right along with the women in the story. It's so real, it's hard to believe it's fiction.

There's a character to fit every race, personality, and life background. Drugs, alcohol, religious piety, grace, forgiveness, surrender, friendship. Look deeper into your own prayer life, and feel the power of God.

Rating:
Summary: One of the best books I've read in a long time!
Review: I was so amazed by this book. I bought it just because I was looking for something with a Christian basis but wasn't too heavy. This is an AMAZING book. I haven't ever cried this hard while reading a book. Truly touches the soul. I would definately recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn the true meaning of worship and the gift of friends.

Rating:
Summary: She Keeps it Real...
Review: I wont recap the book since its already been done. But just know that this story is humorous and most of all honest. I appreciate Ms. Jackson, who at first I thought was African American, but is not, conveys the experience of what its like to be White in a mixed group where she is the minority. Very well written - and just funny. The fastest 400 pages Ive read in a while. Enjoy!

Rating:
Summary: Three Cheers for Yada Yada!
Review: I'll admit, I'm a jaded reader. I came to this novel thinking, "O great, a Christian rip-off of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood." Man, was I wrong! This is the most important novel for the women of The Church I've read in many years, touching tenderly yet with no apology issues such as racial division, pride and all of our need to come face to face with our own sin and admit "I am just a sinner saved by grace," as undeserving as a drug addict, a prostitute or murderer. I was encouraged to worship the LORD with all my heart, soul, mind and strength, to call upon Him for all things. The faith of Avis and Adele and Florida, Nony and Delores, ripped into my soul like it did Jodi, the main character. This was more than reading a book, this was a flashlight from heaven lighting corners of my heart I didn't even know existed. I pray this book gets into the hands of people all over the world, people of all colors, creeds and lifestyles. Lisa Samson, author of The Church Ladies and The Living End