Review by Espie -- Strong Heart by Charlie Sheldon

This forum is for volunteer reviews by members of our review team. These reviews are done voluntarily by the reviewers and are published in this forum, separate from the official professional reviews. These reviews are kept separate primarily because the same book may be reviewed by many different reviewers.
Post Reply
1414kings
Posts: 28
Joined: 26 Oct 2018, 15:15
Currently Reading: If Life Stinks, Get Your Head Outta Your But's
Bookshelf Size: 75

Re: Review by Espie -- Strong Heart by Charlie Sheldon

Post by 1414kings »

Your review is overwhelming.
The journey of life demands perseverance because of the different pages which are not in anyway similar.

Follow the pages as it unfolds in a gradual process. Thanks for the review.

Kingsley B
User avatar
Hiruni Bhagya 81
Posts: 745
Joined: 31 Aug 2018, 14:43
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 128
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-hiruni-bhagya-81.html
Latest Review: Randy Love...at your service by Shay Carter

Post by Hiruni Bhagya 81 »

Sounds like the author did a great job when writing this book. I'm glad to hear it only contains a very few mistakes. I'm sure I'll enjoy this book. Thanks for the thorough review.
User avatar
Jsovermyer
Posts: 1281
Joined: 18 Sep 2018, 22:41
Favorite Book: Appaloosa Sky
Currently Reading: The Pocket Guide to Minimalism
Bookshelf Size: 147
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-jsovermyer.html
Latest Review: Solomon’s Porch by Janet Morris Grimes

Post by Jsovermyer »

Thank you for your interesting review. I enjoyed reading the sample chapters. Young, trouble making Sarah rebels against going on the backbacking trip with her grandfather. But I can tell she will grow to love the people and trip before the story is concluded.
Jaykik
Posts: 63
Joined: 08 Sep 2018, 08:13
Currently Reading: The Carbynarah Chronicles, Book #1
Bookshelf Size: 16
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-jaykik.html
Latest Review: Twisted Threads by Kaylin McFarren

Post by Jaykik »

Thanks for the detailed review. The book seems to be intriguing especially with the adventures in it. But I will pass on this one.
User avatar
Sonya Nicolaidis
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 996
Joined: 22 Aug 2018, 01:30
Favorite Book: McDowell
Currently Reading: The Dark Web Murders
Bookshelf Size: 408
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-sonya-nicolaidis.html
Latest Review: The Turtle-Jack Killings by Glenn Ickler

Post by Sonya Nicolaidis »

Thank you, Espie, for this very detailed and thorough review. I am going to pass on this book, as it doesn't have what I am looking for, but Sarah's journey does sound very interesting and filled with symbolism. You have clearly put a lot of thought into these comments. Great review.
User avatar
Nerea
Posts: 2942
Joined: 11 May 2018, 05:13
Favorite Author: William H. Coles
Favorite Book: Diamond and Pearls
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 776
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-nerea.html
Latest Review: Little White Lies by JC Anderson
Reading Device: Laptop
fav_author_id: 89641
Signature Addition: No Wahala

Post by Nerea »

The story sounds captivating. And the fact that the plot is more of an adventure, I would want to read the book because I find adventures exciting and thrilling. Thanks for your review.
"Regular reading improves your grammar."
No Wahala
charity muthoka
Posts: 31
Joined: 13 Jun 2018, 04:45
Currently Reading: The Black Market
Bookshelf Size: 3

Post by charity muthoka »

This book has been one of my favourites. Have learned more about the orphaned girl and her life journey. Am glad for giving out such wonderful review.
Sanyesto
Posts: 379
Joined: 12 Feb 2018, 15:56
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 121
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-sanyesto.html
Latest Review: Escape by Mark Kingston Levin, PhD

Post by Sanyesto »

This is a book about the arduous yet wonder-filled journey of a headstrong orphaned girl named Sarah Cooley, which started when she surprisingly appeared on the doorstep of her grandfather, Tom. The adventure fiction book is not for those who prefer either factual historical accounts or fantastical tales in the purest form per traditional definitions. On the other hand, it will appeal to those who are open to be enticed by a unique blend of pragmatic consciousness and imaginative mysticism.
virgino
Posts: 102
Joined: 11 May 2018, 05:04
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 7

Post by virgino »

I admire the courage of Sarah.She passed through many difficulties to achieve her goal. The review is a good one.
User avatar
Miss_BeckyG
Posts: 1559
Joined: 28 Jun 2017, 04:06
Currently Reading: Behind Broken Glass Walls
Bookshelf Size: 1129
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-miss-beckyg.html
Latest Review: East Wind, 2nd edition by Jack Winnick

Post by Miss_BeckyG »

Sarah's adventure fantasy fiction embraces practices or rather native American beliefs and nature. Sarah meets Tom for the first time she experiences something mystical. Quite a page turner this #BOTD
“ Ego says, "Once everything falls into place, I'll feel peace." Spirit says "Find your peace, and then everything will fall into place." ”
Marianne Williamson
User avatar
kelsiemaxwell
Posts: 177
Joined: 15 Jul 2018, 19:01
Currently Reading: Home to the Harbor
Bookshelf Size: 289
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-kelsiemaxwell.html
Latest Review: Apollo's Raven by Linnea Tanner
Reading Device: B016PUQWMI

Post by kelsiemaxwell »

A young girl embarking on a quest to explore her past expands into a journey of self-discovery. Combining fantasy and pragmatism sounds like an interesting read. I’m not fond of needless wordiness, so this might not be the book for me. I did appreciate the honest review.
“...a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.”
― George R.R. Martin, A Game of Thrones
User avatar
kfwilson6
Previous Member of the Month
Posts: 2065
Joined: 14 Feb 2018, 15:30
Currently Reading: Lord of Chaos
Bookshelf Size: 298
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-kfwilson6.html
Latest Review: The Stone Wall Crossing by Alice Schellhorn Magrane
Reading Device: B00JG8GOWU

Post by kfwilson6 »

As often as I've come across Strong Heart, I've just never found anything of interest in the story line. It sounds like a slow book, and I'm not interested in anything mystical. Still passing on this one.
User avatar
Paul78
Posts: 727
Joined: 27 Sep 2017, 02:03
Favorite Book: <a href="http://forums.onlinebookclub.org/shelve ... 38572">Who Told You That You Were Naked?</a>
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 78
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-paul78.html
Latest Review: Burn Zones by Jorge P. Newbery
Reading Device: B00JG8GOWU
2025 Reading Goal: 10
2025 Goal Completion: 0%

Post by Paul78 »

It may be otherwise referred to as adventures of Sarah Cooley. I believe that the hardships of growing up as an orphan must have given her the courage to face all manner of challenges during her adventures.
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
Benjamin Franklin
User avatar
Lilly44012
Posts: 1
Joined: 20 Nov 2018, 11:35
Bookshelf Size: 0

Post by Lilly44012 »

At first I wasn't sure if I would like this story. It's not the usual type of book that I like to read, but I found the characters very real and not flat like you often find. I could picture Sarah who at first seems like your typical whiny teenager but you soon see that she is just looking to be loved and accepted by someone. I could see myself reading the entire thing so I know how it turns out.
User avatar
Katherine Smith
Posts: 1463
Joined: 30 Mar 2017, 10:56
Favorite Book: <a href="http://forums.onlinebookclub.org/shelve ... 524">Nancy Drew</a>
Currently Reading: The Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allen Poe
Bookshelf Size: 504
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-katherine-smith.html
Latest Review: "Whisky tango foxtrot...copy" by John regan
Reading Device: B01KVZV52A

Post by Katherine Smith »

I like the thoroughness of your review and the constructive criticisms that you provided. I am excited to read this book soon since many members have commented about how good the plot is. I also like the inter generational conflict and understanding that happens in this book. I like the cover art and I can easily imagine the four trekking through the forests of Washington state.
Latest Review: "Whisky tango foxtrot...copy" by John regan
Post Reply

Return to “Volunteer Reviews”