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The Shepherd Song A Story of Second Chances Betsy Duffey Laurie Myers 9781476738208 Books

I was instantly drawn into Kate McConnell’s situation. She’s opened her eyes and notices she is in an ambulance. She hears the siren is blowing. What happened? Why is she here? Her body hurt why? Was this her time? Her brain was foggy.
Kate wished she had more time to make an impact on people’s lives by sharing the good news of the gospel if her time on earth was over. She felt she’d not done well in this department of her life. The day before the accident she felt lead to neatly hand write out Psalm 23 on a piece of paper and give it to her son. She prayed over the paper while she wrote it. Her son Matt found the note and blew up at his mother. He put the note in his pocket and stormed off leaving Kate wondering had she really heard from God about writing the note in the first place.

This book follows the paper as each person sees something different in it for their life’s situation. The first person to discover the note is the man at the cleaners. He puts his hand in the pocket to get ready for cleaning and finds the piece of paper with Psalm 23 on it. The man remembers reading this Psalm in his childhood; he wonders how he had gone astray.

Later on this man meets someone in a coffee shop and feels led to give her the Psalm 23 paper. She feels lead to send it to her brother that is stationed in Iraq and so goes the journey of the note. Each chapter highlights a verse from the passage and what it means to the person reading Psalm. One of the powerful themes running throughout the story is “no matter what has happened in our lives or what we’ve done, God is always ready to welcome you back into the fold. One author said, “The beauty of the bible is it crosses cultures to heal and give hope to all life’s situations.”
These authors are sisters who have written children’s books for 20 years. This is their first collaboration and first adult fiction book they’ve written. They used a single document to create their work. Each could access, either could add and/or make changes at will. They both said, “We love the idea that though fiction you can show how holy words can heal and give hope and change lives.”
One of their biggest challenges in this project was, “to look at these familiar words with fresh eyes and ways to imagine how God could work in a person’s life through each phrase.” Because each chapter deals from a phrase from Psalm 23 and a person’s reaction to it.
This is an encouraging fun read. It would be good for book clubs too. The authors have included twelve discussion questions to help generate lively conversation. There are three additional activities you could do to enhance the book club environment. Oh, be sure not to miss the interview in the back with both authors. It will give you insight into the book and its creators.

Disclosure of Material Connection:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”

Nora St Laurent
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The Shepherd Song A Story of Second Chances Betsy Duffey Laurie Myers 9781476738208 Books Reviews

This is a beautiful story of Kate who questions whether or not her life has made a difference. She had written out the 23rd Psalm and left it in the pocket of her son's coat who was not a believer. The story starts with her being involved in a horrible traffic accident and thus begins the journey of that piece of paper with it's message of God's love and protection as it passes through difference circumstances from one person to the next. Each story is a powerful story of how God's Word can change lives and they all weave together to make a very touching and heartwarming book. I find myself with tears in my eyes as the story ends and that piece of paper comes full circle to bring love and comfort to her son.
This book is a book of hope and significance. I think we have all, at one time or another, asked ourselves if we are truly fulfilling what God birthed us to do in life. Many times we don't understand the direction we are to take or know if we have done anything of consequence for the Lord. We fail to realize, even in what seems to be the smallest acts of obedience, God is able to take it and make it count for Him in great and mighty ways! This book makes you stop, think, and realize nothing is 'small' when it is done for Him! I loved this book and, without spoiling it, I could relate to each and every character so deeply I cried throughout most of the book (in a good way). I felt as though I could relate to each character on such a personal level. Each one was in a different stage in life, facing different obstacles, yet they were profoundly touched and guided by Psalm 23. You will see things in ways you have not thought of before. I will never read this Psalm again and not think of just how simple, yet profound it is to our daily lives. This book is an incredible blessing and a must have for your library! It would make a great gift for those who are going through struggles. It is very encouraging and you won't be disappointed! I can easily say this is the best book I have ever read!!
I really enjoyed this book as it's about the poem Psalm 23 - The Lord's Shepherd's. It takes you on a journey with a woman who asks God to please make her life mean something. She gives the Psalm's to her son. He forgets to take it out of his pocket when he takes it to the dry cleaners. Then the book takes you on a journey with the piece of paper moving from hand to hand and how it effects different lives with each verse.

Each verse is a chapter in the book and what someone is going through as they are reading this scripture.
I love how it gave you a perspective on each verse.

Psalm 23
Psalm 23 King James Version (KJV)

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. The Shepherd's Song A Story of Second Chances
Myers and Duffey craft an inspiring story about the power of God's Word as it invades the lives of several very different people from all over the globe. If you ever wondered how the Bible could speak into your life today, this book powerfully demonstrates this as you experience a myriad of circumstances with the characters in this book. The plot is skillfully woven through very believable characters with whom any reader will identify. This book will stretch and strengthen your faith, while taking you on a journey around the world to catch a glimpse of what God is doing. Powerful read.
I was instantly drawn into Kate McConnell’s situation. She’s opened her eyes and notices she is in an ambulance. She hears the siren is blowing. What happened? Why is she here? Her body hurt why? Was this her time? Her brain was foggy.
Kate wished she had more time to make an impact on people’s lives by sharing the good news of the gospel if her time on earth was over. She felt she’d not done well in this department of her life. The day before the accident she felt lead to neatly hand write out Psalm 23 on a piece of paper and give it to her son. She prayed over the paper while she wrote it. Her son Matt found the note and blew up at his mother. He put the note in his pocket and stormed off leaving Kate wondering had she really heard from God about writing the note in the first place.

This book follows the paper as each person sees something different in it for their life’s situation. The first person to discover the note is the man at the cleaners. He puts his hand in the pocket to get ready for cleaning and finds the piece of paper with Psalm 23 on it. The man remembers reading this Psalm in his childhood; he wonders how he had gone astray.

Later on this man meets someone in a coffee shop and feels led to give her the Psalm 23 paper. She feels lead to send it to her brother that is stationed in Iraq and so goes the journey of the note. Each chapter highlights a verse from the passage and what it means to the person reading Psalm. One of the powerful themes running throughout the story is “no matter what has happened in our lives or what we’ve done, God is always ready to welcome you back into the fold. One author said, “The beauty of the bible is it crosses cultures to heal and give hope to all life’s situations.”
These authors are sisters who have written children’s books for 20 years. This is their first collaboration and first adult fiction book they’ve written. They used a single document to create their work. Each could access, either could add and/or make changes at will. They both said, “We love the idea that though fiction you can show how holy words can heal and give hope and change lives.”
One of their biggest challenges in this project was, “to look at these familiar words with fresh eyes and ways to imagine how God could work in a person’s life through each phrase.” Because each chapter deals from a phrase from Psalm 23 and a person’s reaction to it.
This is an encouraging fun read. It would be good for book clubs too. The authors have included twelve discussion questions to help generate lively conversation. There are three additional activities you could do to enhance the book club environment. Oh, be sure not to miss the interview in the back with both authors. It will give you insight into the book and its creators.

Disclosure of Material Connection
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”

Nora St Laurent
TBCN Where Book Fun Begins (...)
The Book Club Network blog (...)
Book Fun Magazine (...)