Books I Read In October

With the book sale over for another year, I found that I suddenly had time to read again! Seems ironic, doesn't it? Being so busy with a book sale that you don't have time to read? And that, my friends, is why I'd struggle working in a book store, as lovely as that sounds.

The 13 books I read this month fit into a wide range of categories, which is so much fun! I don't remember the last time I learned so much, enjoyed what I was reading, and wanted to closet myself away with no distractions. 

For my soul:
When We Pray Like Jesus by Elisa Morgan - the two sides of the prayer coin Jesus prayed in the garden of Gethsemane. 
Living Well, Spending Less by Ruth Soukup, one of my favorite bloggers - using Scripture as the foundation for how you spend your money so it has eternal value.
Leading From the Heart by Jack Kahl - looking at leadership in business as a calling that requires prayer, dedication, and the willingness to humble yourself for others.
Is Your Youth Group Alive or Dead? by Jerry Ross - the illustration of Ezekiel and the dry bones coming back to life describes how youth group leaders can stir the Holy Spirit and revive a group of teens.

Going back in time:
The Templar Mission to Oak Island and Beyond by Zena Halpern - imagine my surprise at seeing this book at the sale after hearing about it repeatedly on the History Channel's Mystery of Oak Island. An amazing story full of puzzles, codes, journals, and lost treasure.
Jesse James, My Father by Jesse James Jr. - a fascinating book written by the son of the infamous bandit. The first half, he says, is the truth behind what and why his father did what he did, while the second half is defending himself against accusations of crimes he himself didn't commit.

For my health:
The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy by Ari Whitten - exactly what I needed to know about using red light therapy for my fibromyalgia. Lots of science, but very interesting.

Stories to relax with:
The Copper Scroll by Joel C. Rosenberg - I have a habit of finding books at the sale that sounds amazing but are actually in the middle of a series. I loved this story about one day finding the ark of the covenant, with lots of mystery and secrets. I may have to get the rest of the series so I know the whole story.
Daphne Deane, The White Lady, Crimson Roses, Coming Through the Rye, and The Search by Grace Livingston Hill - written between 1919 and 1930, these five inspirational romances are perfect in setting, style, storyline, and characters for the time period. The themes range from World War I to a formerly rich girl starting a tea house to a couple finding love at the symphony. Beautiful!

What favorites did you read in October?

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