The Shack by Wm. Paul Young

As you will be able to tell I am NOT a professional critic.

I love to read I just don't seem to get enough time to do so. My problem is when I read I forget that I have a life outside of the book. It does not matter whether I like the book or hate it. I will Not be able to put it down until I am done. If the kids are hungry "we have cereal" they need a ride "call your dad" help with their homework "check the internet" I will even bring it to work with me and see if I can sneak a peak while boss is in the pee room. I am sure there is a syndrome for this, but instead of seeking professional help I limit myself to books on weekends, when the kids are gone, the flu or vacation.

A friend gave me a copy of The Shack after my heart attack and said it was a book "I would really connect with." I quickly tossed it into my trunk and forgot all about it. Eventually it ended up on my bedside table(my daughter cleaned my car) I tossed it in to the box for donation. It ended up back next to my bed(my other daughter liked the ladybug on the cover, her nickname is Ktbug) I chucked it into the recycling. Again next to my bed is this dang book(my other daughter the little tree hugger thought it wrong to toss a book) Soooo, I read the book. Ahhh and I am so happy I did.

The beginning story hooks you with a story that we can all identify with and pulls at your heart strings. Kind of interesting that the fathers point of view was used rather than the mothers. I have a theory behind it, but you will have to read the story and develop your own. Let me know if you do.

The rest of the story has to do with ones prospective view of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. It may provide a little twist of vision on the trios relationship with each other and humanity.
A time or two I thought it was a little to wordy and lost the point and my concentration. But overall a book I am very happy to finally have taken the time to read. I believe a book is well worth the read if you can take away a little something that can enhance a positive thought.

A definite two thumbs up and a quick read.

Happy reading,
J.C.