The Reason

by William Sirls

Paperback, 2012

Status

Available

Call number

813.6

Genres

Christian Fiction

All Topics

Fiction

Publication

Thomas Nelson Inc (2012), Edition: First Edition, 408 pages

Description

When a lightning bolt shatters a decorative cross in the yard of a church in a small town in Michigan, a carpenter shows up to repair it. But the carpenter is no ordinary man, as the church pastor, his odd family, and local medical staff treating his adoptive grandchild for leukemia find out in a series of miraculous events that change them dramatically.

User reviews

LibraryThing member Sable677

The Reason is such a powerful, moving story that I found so very hard to put down. Sirls does such an amazing job at creating such powerful characters that stick with you even after you put the book down or after you finish the story. Each character faces his or her own crisis, and the reader is

right there with them hoping for the best. I'm not sure which character would be considered the main character because each one is equally important to the story, and it is really hard to pick just one that stands out. The writing style is very smooth and really draws the reader into the story and the world that Sirls has created. Sirls also brings up some important questions that makes not just the characters but the reader as well think. Overall The Reason is such an amazing read, that I would most definitely recommend. Sirls is definitely an author to watch.

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LibraryThing member muddyboy

There is a lot good but a lot not so good in this book. Yes, the characters are strong and the writing flows from page to page which makes it very easy to read. The plot involves all manner of traumas to the main characters but never once did I doubt that I had figured out what would happen in the

end. One of the principle characters is supposed to be a powerful minister but if thats the case why less than 50 attend his small church
?, When lightning strikes the large cross in front of the church why does he inspire less than ten people to come help fix it? This book has a very strong religious content and would be perfect for church groups. There are some interesting questions at the end of the book to guide religious discussion. However I really think this book is for a narrow audience who will really love it but anyone who likes a lot of plot twists will be unsatisfied.

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LibraryThing member dgmlrhodes

This was a beautiful book. The writing was very clear and the characters were extremely engaging. I loved each character throughout the course of the book! I also found the stories to be very inspiring. The stories made me think about life in general and also about my life and choices.

I couldn't

decide who was the central character of the book, but I loved each of the individual stories and how they tied together. Although I could guess many of the outcomes of the stories, I loved each individual thread of the plot.

This is a very good read for individuals who enjoy Christian literature. This is a book I will pass along to others for their enjoyment.

Reader received a complimentary copoy from Good Reads First Reads.

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LibraryThing member Tmtrvlr

The Reason by William Sirls is a very good first Christian novel by this author. It is well written, interesting, and the characters are believable in their imperfection and complexities. This is a story of sin, faith, redemption and reconciliation.

When a major lightening storm hits a small church

strange things start happening and people take notice. A mysterious carpenter seems to know more than he should about the residents of town. A sick child brings a story of hardship and suffering.

The relationships and friendships described in the book were realistic, and displayed real life emotions and actions, both the good and bad. The major characters were likeable and each of their search for redemption was interesting.

I had a small problem remembering some of the minor characters when they were only mentioned briefly here and there. I really enjoyed the book until I reached the ending of the book. Then I found it disappointing and unrealistic. For me it turned the genre of the book from a drama to a fantasy. Of course I don’t want to give any spoilers here, but I can tell you from experience that no matter how much we believe, how we pray with absolute faith, it is still God’s will how the end will be. To insinuate that any other result would be the fault of lack of faith is the wrong message.

Still, The Reason is an interesting book that will make you think.

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LibraryThing member hopefully86

I won a copy through the Goodreads' Firstreads program!

ONLY BELIEVE...

Those words stay with you, and inspire long after the book is over. Sirls creates believable characters who struggle with faith and loss...and who receive blessings after the storm.

I cried a few times, some sad and some joyful.

This book is like a song that gives you goosebumps. Miracles happen every day, and it's nice to be reminded that God is there through the toughest things if we only believe. Read this book and you will feel that hope. :)

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LibraryThing member blog_gal

I received this as part of a giveaway on a GoodReads group that I am part of. I received no compensation for this review.

I really enjoyed this book. It is a Christian Fiction book filled with good values and filled with hope. It had a lot of suspense also. The characters were very well developed

and easy to connect to. The plot was very intense! This is a good read for everyone!

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LibraryThing member blog_gal

and easy to connect to. The plot was very intense! This is a good read for everyone!

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LibraryThing member rdgslp

This was a very thought-provoking and emotionally intense story. The characters were so honest in each of their personal thoughts, fears, and struggles with faith that the reader could easily identify with one or more of the characters. I loved this book and the powerful spiritual lessons that can

be learned from the reading of it. Also when you know the story of the author and realize how God must have prompted and worked through the writing of this outstanding book, it makes it even more moving.

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