book reviews

Reviews of books that explore the complexities of family throughout history and across cultures.

Faith and Obedience: What Abraham and Isaac Teach About Trusting the Unthinkable
Faith When It Makes No Sense The story of Abraham and Isaac still asks the hardest question: Do you trust God even when you don’t understand Him?
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in Families
When Tears Speak Louder Than Words. AI-Generated.
The night was quiet, but his heart was not. He sat by the window, watching the rain fall softly against the glass. Each drop seemed to echo like a heartbeat,
By Zahid ali4 months ago in Families
MOM
It returned with a smile full of satisfaction, a face as happy as spring coming to life. In its hand was the photo of its new idol that had been autographed at the last concert. It was eleven o'clock at night, the lights were still on. The pungent smell of smoke in the kitchen filled the house, making it stifling and uncomfortable. The figure of its mother was still busy, busily cooking sticky rice to prepare for tomorrow's market sale. It happily walked in, holding the photo in its hand and kissing it repeatedly! Innocently showing it off to its mother with a carefree laugh.
By Ken Daklak4 months ago in Families
Why People Are Addicted to Coloring Pages or Coloring Books:
Coloring is no longer just for kids. Grown-ups all over the globe are picking up coloured pencils, markers, and gel pens, spending hours colouring in intricate mandalas, cozy scenes, or mythical animals. Bookstores have entire sections of adult colouring books, and they flood social media with gorgeously finished pages. But why are colouring activities so addictive?
By Shenal Jay4 months ago in Families
I’m Not Who I Used to Be
There was a time when I used to live just to please others. I smiled when I wanted to cry. I stayed silent when I wanted to scream. I tried to fit into people’s expectations even when my heart wanted something else. Back then, I thought being accepted meant being loved. But I was wrong. Acceptance without understanding is not love it’s just fear of being left out.
By Zahid ali4 months ago in Families
The Backbone of Home: A Man Who Holds It All Together. AI-Generated.
In a small, quiet town, lived a man named Arman. To the outside world, he seemed like an ordinary middle-aged man, always dressed in simple clothes, walking to work each morning with a calm demeanor. But behind the calm, Arman carried the weight of his entire family on his shoulders. His days began before sunrise and ended long after the moon rose high in the sky, filled with endless responsibilities that most people never noticed.
By Zahid ali4 months ago in Families
Why I Started Looking Into NAD+ Supplements: Energy, Focus, and Cellular Health in a Busy Digital Life. AI-Generated.
Introduction: Why This Topic Caught My Attention I usually spend most of my time writing about email marketing, online promotion strategies, and the digital tools that help creators build sustainable income streams. Health, nutrition, and wellness are not the topics I typically cover on my Vokal account.
By Muhammed Ismail5 months ago in Families
Dad, Tell Me Your Story: The Unwritten Legacy in Your Living Room
It hits you at the oddest moments. Maybe you’re watching him fiddle with the grill, a man perfectly comfortable in the silent ritual of cooking. Or perhaps you see an old, faded photograph of a young man with a different hairstyle and a glint in his eye you don’t quite recognize. In that moment, a simple, powerful thought emerges: I don't really know him.
By Epic Vibes5 months ago in Families
Female sexual dysfunction
What Is Female Sexual Dysfunction? Female sexual dysfunction refers to ongoing sexual problems that make intimacy less satisfying or cause stress in a relationship. These issues can involve desire, arousal, orgasm, or pain during sex.
By MUHAMMAD Abbas5 months ago in Families
The Heart Behind the Helmet
The Heart Behind the Helmet: The Story of Diego Pavia's Biggest Fan In the world of college football, we celebrate the quarterbacks for their arm strength, their mobility, and their leadership on the field. We know the names, the stats, and the highlight reels. But behind every great athlete is a foundation of support, often built by family. For New Mexico State quarterback Diego Pavia, that unwavering foundation, his biggest fan, is his mother.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Families
From Scholarship Winner to Wanted Man: The Path of the Kirk Shooting Suspect
In the conservative southern Utah city where Tyler Robinson grew up, neighbors and classmates described him as a reserved, intelligent young man raised in a Republican family who was deeply interested in video games, comic books and current events.
By MUHAMMAD Abbas5 months ago in Families
Why Metabolism Slows. AI-Generated.
When we’re young, metabolism feels unstoppable. We can eat late-night snacks, enjoy endless energy, and bounce back quickly after exercise. But as we age, many people—both women and men—notice changes: weight creeps on more easily, energy dips, and maintaining strength becomes harder.
By Noor6 months ago in Families