Audio Book Review of Reunion by Karen Kingsbury and Gary Smalley narrated by Sandra Burr

Reunion by Karen Kingsbury with Gary Smalley
 Read by Sandra Burr

From Audible.com

Publisher's Summary

A Deadly Diagnosis. . . In the fifth and final book in the Redemption series, plans are being made for a

family reunion. Nearly all the adult Baxter children have a reason to celebrate - except one. As the preparations get under way, a deadly diagnosis sends shock waves through the Baxter family and threatens to tear them apart. A Heartbreaking Secret. . . The reality of what might lie ahead brings each of the Baxters to a place of faith and honesty. In the process, Elizabeth and John come to grips with a secret they haven't shared with anyone, a secret they rarely admit even to themselves. At the same time, a young man is making his rise in Hollywood and wondering about his place in life.
A Glorious Celebration. . . Amidst the threat of sorrow, the Baxters share in their most wonderful celebration of all - a moment to remember that love always wins out, no matter how long the struggle, a reminder that God reigns even in the darkest night.
A story of God's grace and redemption, his victory even in the most difficult times.

My Take:  This is the last book in the first series that involves the Baxter family.  In this book there are several  revelations that have you on the verge of tears of both sorrow and joy.  This book also sets up the next series so perfectly.  The Baxter's meet the challenges head on with their faith and don't hesitate once. And God is faithful and grants a dying wish. 
This was once again an abridged version and I so wish that these were available in the full versions.  Sandra Burr once again does a great job of narrating this book. 

This was taken from my personal audio library.

Audio Book Review of Rejoice by Karen Kingsbury and Gary Smalley Narrated by Sandra Burr

Rejoice by Karen Kingsbury and Gary Smalley
Narrated by Sandra Burr


From Audible.com
 A Terrible Tragedy. . . Brooke and Peter are struggling in their marriage when they are faced with the single worst moment ever. What was supposed to be a pool party for their two daughters and a handful of children ends in disaster. As three-year-old Hayley fights for her life, the Baxter family draws together, not even sure how to pray.
A Shattered Life. . . Peter is devastated by Hayley's accident. Unable to see past his own guilt, he distances himself from Brooke and their girls and finds other ways to ease his pain. Illegal ways. Peter's choices send him spiraling into a cavernous abyss that threatens to destroy not only his relationship with Brooke but his life.
A Reason to Rejoice. . . Against the backdrop of great pain and loss, a Baxter wedding takes place in New York City, a wedding that gives all of them a reason to smile again. Now, what will it take for Brooke and the Baxters to move forward, and how will the sudden loss of one special woman change them all?

My Take:  This is the fourth book in the Redemption series.  Like all the others this book holds back no punches and shows that even though you may be a Christian that your life will not be charmed and drama free.  In this book there is a tragic accident and there are alot of ramifications from that accident.  But as is always the case the Baxters rely on God and allow Him to guide them through this tragedy.   There are some happy endings and some wait and see what happens endings.  There is one more book in this series. 

Audio:  Once again I am disappointed that this is an abridged version of the book but not having read the book I don't know what was left out.  It just makes the book so short.  Sandra Burr does a good job of narration. 

This book is from my personal audio library.