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Customer Reviews for Multnomah Publishers, Inc. Faking Grace
Multnomah Publishers, Inc. Faking Grace
Struggling journalist Maizy Grace Stewart isn't really a believer, but she manages to "fake it" in order to land a part-time job at a Christian publishing house. When the newspaper editor commissions her to write an undercover expose of her new employer, will her conversations with churchgoing colleagues lead to success---or second thoughts? 400 pages, softcover from Multnomah.
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Review 1 for Faking Grace
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Loved it, loved it, loved it!!!!
Date:March 14, 2012
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This book grabbed my attention within the first page and it held it and-two years after reading it-it still holds my attention. This book wasn't a lil' cupcake read that made you feel good inside. It said-or asked rather-, "Are YOU faking grace?" I was. So the book-like Tamara's always do-hit me and helped me become the person I became today. When I was done I wasn't instantly transformed...I was left with a choice.
Now don't bet me wrong-the book SO wasn't preachy. It has everything a gal craves in a book-romance, comedy, and something that makes ya think.
Now don't bet me wrong-the book SO wasn't preachy. It has everything a gal craves in a book-romance, comedy, and something that makes ya think.
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Review 2 for Faking Grace
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Date:April 2, 2010
KayD
I LOVED this book!! Absolutely loved it. This was my first book by Tamara Leigh, and I'm now looking forward to reading others. I laughed so hard at times, I actually had to book the book down to catch my breath. And (quelle horreur!) I kept laughing out loud at work while reading during breaks (I think I may have inadvertently earned myself a nickname from all my laughter, but anyoo *lol*). Thank you, Ms. Leigh for delivering such a charming, insightful, and hilarious look into grace and how we ALL sometimes do 'fake' it to some extent. I'm in your debt (well, at least until I read the next book*lol*). Thank you:-)
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Date:October 2, 2009
Krista
LOVED this book! Faking Grace hooked me on Tamara Leigh's books for life! It was funny (I seriously laughed till I cried), inspirational (Your's in Christ...*grin*), and most important to my uber sappy heart, had a good dose of clean romance. A MUST read. These days we all need a healthy dose of humor and entertainment, and wow does this one deliver!
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Date:August 1, 2009
KJ
This was a terrible novel. The characters were not very realistic (despite the author's attempt to make them 'normal' by having nasty attitudes or jaded, bitter personalities). I can't believe this is put under the disguise of a Christian novel. It was terrible - I'm glad I borrowed it from the library instead of buying it.
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Date:July 31, 2009
As a nominal Christian who was saved at a Christian camp in her teens, Maizy hasnt had, well, anything to do with Jesus in the 10 years since. As a result she finds herself Faking Grace, trying to live a Christian life that looks good on the outside but is hollow inside. Tamara Leigh excels at writing Christian chick-lit. She had me laughing by the third page, and kept me on tenterhooks during the gut-swirling miscommunications and conflict at the storys apex that lovers of the genre are familiar with. Maizy, Jack, Jem, and the many co-workers who Maizy comes to know during her time at Steeple Side are portrayed as real Christians those who love Jesus but still struggle with the sin present in our fallen nature.Maizy herself is confusing to me. As much as I want to see everything turn out right for her, Im still not sure if were expected to believe that she really did come to faith 10 years ago. With hardly any evidence of a transformed life and passionate love for God, thats hard for me to swallow. If Leigh is implying that the true beginning of her faith was borne of the desperate conundrum she finds herself in, it certainly isnt clearly pointed out in the novel.Maizys sketchy conversion aside, Faking Grace is thoroughly enjoyable, and has all of the requisite ingredients for a successful chick-lit novel: humour, caring friendships, conflict, entanglements, and a fledgling romance with a foreign bloke what more do you need? Against this supporting structure Leigh tells a compassionate story of Gods mercy, grace and goodness, and the struggles that Christians face in their daily lives as they grow in Godliness. Her writing style is charmingly breezy, fun-filled, and easy to digest. I gobbled it all up, and while satisfying, Im looking forward to more from Leighs pen.
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Date:July 7, 2009
Deborah
This book made me both laugh and ponder at what the average person thinks it takes to become a Christian. I really liked how this book outed all the typical stereotypes of Christianity. All the material symbols that supposedly show how Christian one can be were portrayed in this book. From the fish symbol, to the cross jewelry, to the taped on bumper stickers, Maizy went all out to show others how Christian she was by the way she looked. I chuckled at her attempts to try to fake being a Christian, especially by the things she would say. At the same time though, it made me think about all the people out there who do act in this way. Are their feelings sincere or is it just a show? I would love to get a job working at Steeple Side. It sounds like a really great company to work for and I really enjoyed how it showed that Christians can have fun and be normal too. I really appreciated the scene when Maizy confronts her grandmother and her attitude towards Maizy's mother. Not that I enjoy it when elderly folks get told off, but it was one of those situations where the person is wrong is set right and in a forceful manner. I think that there are a bunch of people who actually do need to read parts of The Dumb Blonde Guide's to Christianity for refresher tips!While I enjoyed the book, this was probably the least chick lit-ish out of Tamara's recent books. There just seemed to be more romance in this book. I also felt the storyline to be a bit predictable as I knew what was going to happen about halfway through the story. It didn't bother me because I was having fun reading Maizy's story but nevertheless I figured about the plot rather quickly. So while this book was a great read, Splitting Harriet is still probably my favorite of her books. However this was a great book to read and I highly recommend it. It's a really good book to quell all the rumors of Christian stereotypes and hopefully put them to rest one day.
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Date:February 23, 2009
k.harris
I can't remember when I've had so much fun being spiritually edified. Faking Grace is my new favorite Tamara Leigh novel (although Stealing Adda still comes in a close second).Maizy Grace Stewart is a heartwarming "character," who works as hard at being someone she's not, as she does being the person she can be. Sound confusing? It's not. In fact, Maizy is just like the rest of us. Not perfect, but trying to keep her head about spiritual water.Maizy may fake it for a while, but her nemesis/boyfriend Jack Prentiss is the real thing, a strong and attractive hero, like Leigh always creates so well. Jack appreciates Maizy for all she can be--a valuable reminder of God's confidence in each of us.
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Review 8 for Faking Grace
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Date:February 6, 2009
Kimberly Moran
Cute story. Somewhat predictable but witty and entertaining. I will probably read more of her books; I like her style!
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Review 9 for Faking Grace
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Date:November 19, 2008
We have all seen those "Dummies" books at the book store, right? They have them for everything: cooking, speaking Spanish, computers, photography, etc... When Grace gets in a jam and wants to apply for a job at a Christian publishing company, she decides that buying the "Dumb Blonde's Guide to Being a Christian" might give her an extra edge. I thought I was disorganized, but this poor girl has so much chaos in her life that she actually starts a list to keep up with the lies she is telling to get and keep the job at Steeple Ridge. Add into the mix a very verbal Grandmother, a pushy boss, an anorexic new friend, and a really handsome and annoying co-worker. It is enough to make a girl start to lose -- or maybe find -- her religion!
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Review 10 for Faking Grace
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Date:November 1, 2008
I read and really enjoyed Splitting Harriet by Tamara Leigh and was looking forward to reading Faking Grace. Well, let me tell you, it is a delightful book full of spiritual truths that are suggested at, dropped as hints and slapped in your face. It is fantastic. Tamara has a writing style that would be considered humorous chick lit but it really delves into topics that most of us deal with but don't want to address.In this book Maizy Grace gets herself fired and has to restart in a different town. She is only hired for part time and has to get a 2nd job to make ends meet. This 2nd job is for a Christian publishing company that includes a requirement of being a Christian. Maizy Grace accepted Jesus at a summer camp 10 years ago and so figures its not a total lie, she just needs to brush up. So out comes - Dumb Blonde's Guide to Christianity and here is where the stereotypes come out flying and start falling fast. I don't want to reveal all the great humor in the book and steal Tamara's thunder but let's just say that she starts going by her middle name, Grace, so that no one will know who she is - and by the end of the book she learns a hefty lesson about forgiveness, mercy and grace.I will be pondering this book for a long time and will most likely re-read it to absorb some more of the awesome tidbits in this book - in the meantime if you hear me humming "Amazing Grace" you'll know I'm thinking of this book!
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Date:September 27, 2008
Lisa Ross
WOW! I loved this book from start to finish. I would read on the bus going to work and laugh out loud people would look at me like I was crazy. Buy the book you will love it and I'm about to order another one of Ms. Leigh's books.
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Review 12 for Faking Grace
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Date:September 22, 2008
Krystal Manwaring
I enjoyed this book. I like the way Tamara Leigh writes. She gives a real picture of Christians trying to do the right thing, and our need of forgiveness and grace. I enjoyed Maizy's search to figure out what Christianity was and what it meant to be a Christian.
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Review 13 for Faking Grace
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Date:September 16, 2008
Tamara Leigh creates characters that I love! In her latest novel, Faking Grace, Maizy Grace begins as an insecure, immature people-pleaser who puts too much stock in what others think of her. When she re-creates herself in order to get a job with a Christian publisher, she quickly realizes that faking her faith is much more difficult than she realized it would be!Maizy Grace also discovers that real faith in Christ, real grace, mercy and forgiveness truly exists among believers. She also discovers that the seed of faith and belief in Christ that was planted in her heart as a teen has begun to grow and blossom despite her false front. As Maizy Grace begins to learn more about Gods word and His people, she comes to realize that she too is precious in Gods sight and that His mercy, grace and forgiveness extend to her as well. But will Gods grace and mercy bear her up as she faces the deception and hurt she has caused in the lives of others? Will her co-workers extend to her the forgiveness and grace that they rely on to face their own personal trials? You really must read Faking Grace to find out! I promise, you will come to love Maizy, her grandmother, her dog, Woofer and many others as you make your way through the story. When you reach the final page, you will PURR with satisfaction!
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Review 14 for Faking Grace
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Date:September 9, 2008
I love reading author Tamara Leigh. Her latest book, Faking Grace is no exception. It is a very humorous book, but it has a deeper message of pursuing authentic faith that today's culture needs to hear. A real page-turner, this book kept me interested from the very first page.
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