Thank you Lord for another year, 2018! Who would’ve thought we would come this far?
I wanted to share a few of the books I read last year, plus my reading list for 2018. I could have a fulltime job just reading books, honestly. As a kid I would spend hours reading, giving myself a headache and eye strain. As an adult, since life is busier I realized I have to allot short bursts of time to read (like 10 minutes here, 5 minutes there) in order to actually get some reading done.
I read roughly 12-14 books last year, but I will only share a handful that were worthwhile.
Books I read in 2017
Honestly I read this first book at the end of 2016/beginning of 2017. I’m making an exception for this one.
Operation Thunderbolt: Flight 139 and the Raid on Entebbe Airport, the Most Audacious Hostage Rescue Mission in History
For the Glory: The Untold and Inspiring Story of Eric Liddell, Hero of Chariots of Fire
I really got to know the man Eric Liddell through this biographical book. He was a fine man of faith and character, and a nice personality. Though it’s a rather sad story, it’s worth the read!
A Bandit’s Tale: The Muddled Misadventures of a Pickpocket
Obviously a book for younger readers, but nonetheless an engaging story. An Oliver Twist type of novel. I read this one really fast. Fictional, but really great in showing life in New York with the Italian mafia. Just a fun quick read for the summer.
Scorched Earth: Restoring the Country after Obama
I loved this book. In fact, he was my favorite talkshow host for years. He still has a show online, but I don’t listen anymore these days. If you’re interested in real news, in the truth- read Michael Savage’s book. He has his doctorate, and lots of life experience, he’s not just some backyard blabbermouth. His book is like a dialog, not stuffy, boring or hard.
Somewhere There Is Still a Sun: A Memoir of the Holocaust
It will make you shed some tears. It’s dynamic, chilling and heartbreaking.
Henry M. Morris: Father of Modern Creationism
I’ve been following the ministry of Institute for Creation Research for several years. I was excited to read this new release about the founder! It’s a delightful story of an unlikely man who became a top notch scientist and multiple award winner, but who chose to be a champion of truth, remain uncompromising, rooted in Scripture, when all the other evangelical leaders of his time were compromising the first book of the Bible- Genesis.
Rescuing the Gospel: The Story and Significance of the Reformation
I heard Dr. Lutzer preach in person and got his autograph on this book. It’s a great drone view of the Reformation and the life of Luther. It has pictures too for men who don’t like reading books, said the author.
Princess of the Reformation: Jeanne D’Albret
Of course I had to add my book. And yes, I did read it 😉
Books I want to read in 2018
Some of these books were ones I had on my list in 2015, 2016, 2017 and spilled over into this year because I just didn’t have the time to dedicate to them. I hope to read at least half of them this year. Plus, this isn’t even all the books I have on my list. What other book suggestions do you have for me? I’m eager to hear! Leave a comment below.
Martin Luther: The Man Who Rediscovered God and Changed the World
The Cost of Courage
Son of Hamas: A Gripping Account of Terror, Betrayal, Political Intrigue, and Unthinkable Choices
Trump’s War: His Battle for America
The Big Lie: Exposing the Nazi Roots of the American Left
Whatever Happened to the Human Race?
The Myth of the Andalusian Paradise: Muslims, Christians, and Jews under Islamic Rule in Medieval Spain
Courage & Defiance: Spies, Saboteurs, and Survivors in WWII Denmark
Johnny Tremain
Demonic: How the Liberal Mob Is Endangering America
No Better Friend: One Man, One Dog, and Their Extraordinary Story of Courage and Survival in WWII
The Lost Airman: A True Story of Escape from Nazi-Occupied France
Flags of Our Fathers: A Young People’s Edition
Operation Mincemeat: How a Dead Man and a Bizarre Plan Fooled the Nazis and Assured an Allied Victory
If this list hasn’t been enough, look at some older posts on my blog, all about books! Enjoy! (Also check out the category “Book Reviews” on the sidebar for more books)
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