Tested by Fire

This was the first book I have read by Kathy Herman. It won't be my last. This is a fantastic book and one of the best books I have ever read. The story line is wonderful, the writing is clear and flows so well, the Christian message is not overwhelming but it is right on target and will leave you inspired. Read this. You'll be glad you did.

I judge books by their cover, thus, I didn't read this book for a while. My roomate and my sister loved the series and keept raving about it. As I am an avid reader I finally picked this book up and Wow! I read the whole series (4 books so far) in two days! They are all excelent books about God and His faithfulness to his children. Take my advice, read the series, don't look at the cover, and you will be blessed. Hint: don't start them if you have to get some sleep, you won't sleep.

This is my first reading by a Christian author and loved it! I have been so tired of trying to find a good book without a lot of garbage in it and this is exactly what I was looking for! Very interesting, suspenseful, and a good message through it all! Highly recommend it!

I read Christian novels as fast as I can get them into my hands so I know good writing. I have some very favorite authors. Kathy is a new author to me and this debut novel was so thrilling, so wonderful that I would like her to know it. I can't wait until April for the 2nd. She is definitely a wonderful writer and it is hard to put the book down. I pray she can write many more.

Tested by Fire is the best suspense I've read in a very long time! The plot opens with a dramatic houseboat explosion and the action continues non-stop from that point on. I laughed, I cried, I symphatized...in other words, I joined with the characters during each aspect of the story. I enjoyed the tension of suspense, the drama of a best friends search for truth, the inspirational message, and especially the wonderful descriptions of place and town. I feel like I can walk down Baxter's main street and right into Monty's diner as if I do it every day. I can't wait for book two in the Baxter series!

If you like action, suspense and not being able to "figure out the ending" ahead of time, you will enjoy this book. I can't wait for the next one in the series to come out! The characters really pull you into the plot and keep you guessing. I look forward to reading this author for many years to come!