Book Review: The Encounter by Stephen Arterburn

It took me two weeks to get past page four, but I'm glad I did. I couldn't relate to the character: I`m not adopted, I'm not rich, I don't own my own plane or have a driver, and I'm not from Alaska, nor do I know anything about Alaska. I had to look up the definition of `bunny boots'. I thought this rich man was wearing cute fluffy boots. Instead I found out bunny boots are military grade boots for extreme cold weather. I learned something new.

I made it past page four and was really glad I did. This is a book about grace, forgiveness, and healing. This is a short, quick read. After the initial two weeks pondering whether or not to finish this book, I read this book in two evenings. Once I got into it, I didn't want to put it down.

I enjoyed the facts at the end of the book relating to the author and how he came to write this book based on two true stories. This is the kind of book that leaves you feeling good and makes you believe that there are good people in this world regardless of income and upbringing. This book also includes questions and a workbook section that is good for book study groups and Bible study groups.

I'm not much of a crier, but this book brought a few tears to my eyes.

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