Official Review: Always Before Me by John Servant

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Re: Official Review: Always Before Me by John Servant

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From a sampling, this seems like an interesting story about a priest, that is paying his respects to a deceased priest, and the nephew of the deceased priest who came for something that his uncle left him. The question is whether either men really knew the deceased priest. While it might not be for everyone, it might be worth a second look. Well done,
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Those questions are very deep. Not everyone has strong willpower or inner strength like the book's character. Thanks for the review.
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I confess, I was curious about the rest of the book and would definitely buy it to read, but I have to point out that in these first two chapters, it is shown that the story is going to tangle up to generate content to hold the reader in the story, in a way that involves events that do not even revolve around the protagonist.
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I am not a strong reader on religious books. However, I do think this was a great review and a nicely detailed one. Whoever would like to read this book will know the details inside of it.
Congratulations on the BOTD
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While I have no interest in Catholicism, the storyline is intriguing to me. The sample reading definitely grabbed my attention. I'm curious now to find out what John is able to learn about his uncle. Great review!
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I do not know much about the Catholic religion, so I do not think that this would be a good book for me. However, I like that the book is not preachy. Thanks for the review!
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I am glad the author demonstrated that it is possible to write a religious novel without appearing to impose beliefs on the reader. The fact that there are twists and turns to keep one turning from one page to the next is exciting. I wonder what John will find out bout his uncle.
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A book on the lives of catholic priest naturally should be boring. But I am glad to know that the author did a great job of building a story rather than preaching through the book. Thanks for the amazing review.
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It's great that finally a book shows that religion and a good plot can go hand in hand. I don't know much about Christianity but I would definitely read this book.
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Thanks for your review. I'm curious to see if Father Anthony is truly guilty, or will his name be cleared?
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The aptness of the author showed the faith in both the religious and non religious believers which brings the stories to follow and learn lessons.Great review .I think the book has interesting elements for the readers.
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“When push comes to shove, will you be able to stand with your values regardless of the cost?” Wow. A very powerful question and a great start. The book seems really interesting and full of values. Thank you for a detailed review.
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Post by Taiwo_Olawoye »

Always before me, is a book that everyone should read. Though it has religious setting but made for readers of all faith. There is something to take away from reading this book. Thanks for the review.
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I am a big fan of religious books and the positive messages they send about trying to be a good person. While I am not Catholic, I am sure this book will still have something I can walk away with. Congratulations on book of the day!
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The mystery around father Anthony is quite interesting. I like how the author created to build the faith while not offending other beliefs. However I'm not into religious book. Congrats on BOTD!!
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