Official Review: Mornings on the Porch by Nancy Kuykendall

Post by **Anthony__** » 22 Sep 2020, 20:29

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mornings on the Porch" by Nancy Kuykendall.]

4 out of 4 stars

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Do you enjoy reading beautiful human stories? Do you love reveling in the little joys and fulfilling moments of others? Then, this 142-page book titled Mornings on The Porch by Nancy Kuykendall is perfectly suited for you.

The book is structured and partitioned into fifteen chapters, although the traditional title of chapters is unused. It is thoroughly steeped in the themes of God's unfailing love and grace, memories, and unforgettable life encounters with pivotal lessons to remember. Nancy Kuykendall takes the reader on a wide road of insightful experiences, including unexpected blessings, uplifting moments, unprecedented angelic encounters, poignant moments, and defining dreams. She leaves no stone unturned by wrapping them in fundamental truths and compelling stories. Read up to find out about the life stirring messages and constant reassurance of God's unwavering and ever-present love throughout the book.

This beautiful piece emanates from a place of deep introspection. The book is deeply personal to the author. The author does an impressive job with the art of storytelling by ingraining her most deep and insightful life experiences and beliefs into her stories. Nancy Kuykendall's Christian faith shines through the pages of the book unapologetically. Still, it does not entirely overshadow all her stories and memories. Although the book has thought-provoking moments of seriousness, it does not in any way suppress its charm.

The author’s writing style is engaging, vivid, and descriptive. She did not dictate to the reader but instead shared her experiences. Additionally, the stories are relatable. Whether it is the memorable joys of family or the power of emotions that accompany unforgettable moments in time, readers can relate with the author somehow. I believe strongly that this is the most powerful trait of this book. Therefore, I am motivated to rate it 4 out of 4 stars. It is a collection of glimpses into a life that is nothing but inspiring. I also found no grammatical or typographical errors that could have proved to impede my reading process.

I liked many parts of the book, but the symbolism of the dream that changed her Christian life and the insight given about savoring life's moments are my favorites because they resonated deeply and evoked raw emotions. Also, I admired the author's sheer honesty of her emotions and journey through life. It felt like a privilege to walk through the hallowed halls of her memories and all the special moments she shared. I found nothing to dislike about this book.

In conclusion, I believe that most readers will remember this book even long after they have read and put it away. Also, some readers will identify and connect with the author on a deeper level if their experiences mirror hers. These two factors succeed in making this book an unforgettable piece. The most beautiful human stories are not the ones that are necessarily retold repeatedly, but the ones that are unforgettable because of their grace and beauty.

I recommend this book for anyone who wants to understand the techniques needed to tell their stories through the written word's art. Also, this book will appeal to people who love thought-provoking true-life stories.

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Mornings on the Porch
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