"A Cathlic Harvest," a blog for Catholics, has just published a review of Annulment: 100 Questions and Answers for Catholics by Pete Vere and Jacqui Rapp:

"I wish I had read this book before going through the process. It makes the entire process less of a mystery, and really explains the reasons behind decisions. Whether you are contemplating this for yourself, are currently going through one, or want to be supportive of a friend or family member, I highly recommend reading this gem of a book."

Read the complete review here.

Maureen Wittman, blogging for Catholics, recently reviewed Discovering Mary: Answers to Questions About the Mother of God:

"I started reading David Mill's newest book on the way home from St. Louis recently. I'm excited about getting it posted on the Pope St. Nicholas V list as it's a good one for public libraries. It offers Catholic teaching but in the kind of non-sectarian style libraries like. It’s more an explanation than an apologetic, though I think the explanation itself is apologetic, at least to those who have ears to hear.

"It’s also a good book for homeschool theology studies as David was careful to present the data in a way that gives a Catholic student the necessary foundation for more advanced doctrine and devotion. The Q & A format makes it easy to read and understand, and by golly the facts are just fun to know."

Read the complete review here.

"Happy Little Homemaker," a blog for Catholics, recently reviewed Be Holy: A Catholic's Guide to the Spiritual Life by Father Thomas Morrow: 

"Fr. Thomas Morrow writes this easy to digest primer starting with WHY to aim for holiness.  There are bite-sized chapters for all the basics, including prayer, reading, penance, mass, the eucharist, works of mercy and the virtues.  Not only does he tell you what they are and why they are important, but describes several ways to incorporate each one into your life as a layperson.

"This is an excellent resource for Catholics new & old who would like to brush up on the basic of living their faith.  It’s also a great guide on how to live the best life you can."

Read the complete review here.

"My Vocations," a blog for Catholic women, recently posted a review of Graced and Gifted: Biblical Wisdom for the Homemaker's Heart by Kimberly Hahn:  

"Mrs. Hahn writes in a manner that is very easy to follow. I was able to read this book in three days, even with the time constraints in my last day of school, two preschoolers, a husband and housework to tend to."

Read the complete review here.

"Transitus Tiber," a blog for Catholics, recently posted a review of 150 Bible Verses Every Catholic Should Know  by Patrick Madrid:

"This book, I would put on my list of "life changing books". Seriously? Seriously. The only other books on that (short) list is Archbishop Sheen's autobiography, the Holy Rule of St. Benedict, and of course, Sacred Scripture. There is so much meat in this little book, but not sending anyone into the deep throes of theology. Patrick Madrid (who I'm slowly becoming a fangirl for) offers short and sweet meditations, applications, and just general thoughts on verses from Scripture. And he doesn't all pick the feel good Scriptures, either. He devotes an entire chapter to 'Death, Judgement, Heaven, and Hell'. Who feels good about Hell? Considering many people think Hell doesn't exist, it is refreshing to see Hell talked about - with Scriptural backup (ta da! Apologetics!)."

Read the full review here.

"Sound Mind and Spirit," a blog for Catholics, recently posted a review of  God, Help Me: How to Grow in Prayer:

"The challenge of committing to purposeful prayer is to take our natural habits and push past them to develop new, healthy “supernatural” habits, similar to adopting a physical work out schedule that over time supersedes our natural habit, or desire, to be at rest. Our spiritual life is a journey, always moving, either toward or away from God. Beckman presents an effective analogy of that spiritual journey compared with the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. (You’ll have to read the book for the fascinating details.)"

Read the complete review here.

"The Good Life," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Hiking the Camino: 500 Miles With Jesus:

"The connection between the human body and soul and Christ’s sacrifice on the cross becomes palpable in Hiking the Camino. Fr. Dave is brutally honest about the pain of walking mile after mile, day after day. Pain is an unavoidable reality for every pilgrim on the Camino. Like so many Christian writers before him, Fr. Dave explains that pain and suffering can bring us close to God if only we will make it our companion instead of our enemy."

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"Divorced Catholic Moms," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Hiking the Camino: 500 Miles With Jesus:

"This book chronicles the trials and tribulations (and exultations) of Fathers Dave and Joe over the course of their Camino adventure.  At 135 pages, it’s a quick read.  And it’s totally delightful.  I just love reading books by priests who are ‘down to earth’ and show us just how much like “us” they are.  This is that kind of book."

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"This, That and the Other Thing," a blog for Catholics, published a review of Surprised by Canon Law, Volume 2:

"The answers given in the book are clear and concise. The questions are in bold-faced type so it is easy to skim the book for answers to particular questions. It doesn't deal with doctrine, but rather with the way things are done. If you are REALLY interested in Canon Law, you can find the whole code online. If you are more normal, I'd suggest this book, as well as the first volume in the series."

Read the full review here.