Ain't No Mountain

I found "Ain't No Mountain" engaging and fun. I loved how the author portrays people of faith realistically. It's a slice of how some believers live out their belief, not perfectly, but as best they can.

Oh my! What a delightful novel Ain't No Mountain is. Sharon Ewel Foster is a gifted wordsmith-not only is every novel [Passing by Samaria and Ain't No River] that Foster has penned, engaging, entertaining and life-changing-Foster has an amazing way of weaving plots, Biblical stories, scenes, settings and characters that are so indescribably believable, that you will actually feel like you are walking through the story, too. One of the greatest qualities that she has as a writer (apart from the above) is the distinct way she conveys the truth about God (and striving for holiness and finding hope in and through Him) without sounding as if she is pointing her finger at you. No fire and brimstone here-but the love of God is not to be missed. I won't give the storyline away---Come on in and meet Mary, Puddin' and Moor-you'll cry, you'll laugh and you'll want to read this novel twice! Reviewed by Sherna for The GOOD GIRL Book Club www.goodgirlbookclubonline.com

"Ain't No Mountain", is a definite must read. The way the author wove in biblical scriptures with real life stories, made you think a wise old woman, who wants to give the secrets of life. It made me think of all the wrong decisions I have made in my life; how I let friends talk me into to doing something that I really didn't want to do, taking the relationships that I had in my own hands, instead of letting go and letting God. I definitely recommend this book to all who are single, married, or just going through!!

Sharon Ewell Foster has woven a warm, humourous tale around the lives of two single people and one quirky older couple. Mary is sick and tired of the single life. With the best intentions, her close friends try to help her attract a man, unfortunately the results are hilarious and disastrous. Moor is an African immigrant who also has a set of friends whose intentions are "good" but not in his best interest as they seek a mate for him. Puddin has been married over 30 years to her husband Joe. Now a sense of insecurity and feelings of betrayal have entered Puddin's marriage. Sadly Puddin' (like Mary and Moor) have friends that seem to guide her in a direction that is more destructive versus being supportive. With a desire to become independent, Puddin sets off on a new career that allows her to be the "Hip Hop God Mama" of an online dating service. Interestingly, unknown to Mary and Moor, Puddin takes great interest in making sure these two are matched with the perfect mate. Fans of Foster's novel, "Ain't No River" will recognize the characters Mee Maw and Garvin. Throughout the novel, Foster's prose leaves you teary-eyed or either laughing out loud. Always brilliant in her delivery, Foster weaves biblical truths in the story without being preachy. While this book is a work of fiction, it will give the readers something to ponder about long after the reading ride is over!

This is a wonderful book that I have recommended to many. It is very funny but also very inspirational. The author does a great job of explaining the Word as it relates to single saints but it does not come off as preachy. The characters are developed well and I finished the book feeling entertained and enlightened. You've just got to read this one. It's a quick read but I find myself referring back to certain bible verses mentioned.