The Overton Window by Glenn Beck
Twenty-something Noah Gardner is pretty happy with his life. He has plenty of money, good looks, and doesn't care or feel convicted about much of anything. One day he meets Betsy Ross, a girl who is passionate about the future of the United States. Betsy, and others like her, feel that there is something dangerous brewing among the powerful and influential. Without even trying Noah gets caught up in her campaign and realizes his company is a key part of the frightening changes that are to come.
This was a good read and definitely gave me something to think about. A big part of this book, although it was fictional, was taking a look at how the truth can be manipulated to accomplish the means of the paying customer.
The Distant Hours by Kate Morton
Living a predictable life as a publishing assistant is what sums up Edie's existence, until a mysterious letter from the past leads her to an ancient castle and the three sisters who live there. She slowly uncovers family secrets and mysteries as she explores the history of the castle and its occupants.
This is an amazing book. There's a little bit of adult subject matter so I wouldn't suggest it for teens, but all in all it's very clean. I felt like the author had the perfect balance of making me look forward to reading it but not staying up all night to finish it.
2 comments:
Last summer we listened to the Overton Window on our way to MT. We both loved it! It does really make you think, not only about where the country is going but also in perspective to the moral standards surrounding us. What was really interesting was we'd been listening to that story ALL day, and when we finally got to Lane's parent's house they were having a John Birch meeting. If you're not familiar with that, it's an organization that helps keep people informed about what the government is doing, and if it's constitutional.
Wow, I'll have to check that out! Glad someone else read this book recently. :)
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