unsureJuly 6, 2008 2 out of 5 found this review helpful
I know that most peope will not believe this but I found this book as a sample on my kindle but have no recollection of downloading it. I am not greatly religious but have always believed in God. I have never had something asthe evil portrayed in this book touch my life. I do know that I liked how the Holy Trinity were described and the book made me feel good inside! Can't that be enough? There is no reason to tear it apart or compare it to the Bible. I don't believe that was its intent. Just enjoy the story and let the goodness fill your heart - that's what I plan to do.
You Have To Read This BookJuly 6, 2008 2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Wow, where do I start. If you will read just one book this year, I whole heartily recommend The Shack. It was sad, moving, powerful and enlightening. It's profound! I read it in 2 days, it's not a big book, but it has a big impact. This book touched my heart in a way that I didn't expect and can't really explain. It's fiction that seems so real that you can't help but get caught up in the humanity of it.
GREAT Book Fiction Metaphoric allegoryJuly 6, 2008 4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I liked this book very much, it puts into words unspoken questions I have had; "Why is God mean? ", "Why do bad things happen?" etc. I have been a Christian for 20+ years and have been embarrassed at the way many Christians practice their "RELIGION". I have always thought that Jesus must hate religion and the way it segments and separates His people. This fiction book speaks to us saying God can do and be what ever He wants and He is on my side. What else do we need to know? This fiction book is not trying to replace the bible; it is a story which gives one food for thought - that is a good thing! John 3:16
The ShackJuly 5, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
It is a very interesting book and encouraged me to think outside of the box. It has broadened my views of God and my relationship to Him, to Jesus and the Holy Spirit and their roles in my life.
Bewildering BookJuly 5, 2008 8 out of 14 found this review helpful
I was not happy with this book. I consider it a waste of my hard earned money. There are strange concepts about God the Father that troubled me. Isn't God the Father a Spirit? Then why is He a women working in the kitchen in this book? Seems like a lack of reverence for God to lower His true idenity.
It did show the love God has for His children. It left me with more questions about the author and where he's coming from.
