NCLA Review - This book consists of reflections on various verses from the book of Proverbs which the author compares to a kaleidoscope, the child’s toy that when turned and looked through reveals beautiful geometric designs. She refers to “colorful verses with their direct wisdom, clear understanding and their snappy offering of divine instruction.” Each chapter covers one verse followed by questions that lead the reader to think more deeply about the verse and a section that contains other Bible verses on the same subject. The reflections and stories are given with a light touch but the message can be profound. This book is quick reading and is not heavy. It offers another way of looking at God’s Word. Rating: 3 —JC ( )

Clairmont’s newest book is a devotional-style offering, presenting short chapters (ideal for busy women) that reflect on specific passages in Proverbs. The chapters address everything from fear to friendship to anxiety, using Clairmont’s trademark lighthearted approach to subjects that might normally bog down a book like this.

It’s certainly an easy read, and the kind of book that I would recommend as a gift to a female Christian friend or relative — particularly someone who’s having difficulty seeing the lighter side of life and needs some reassurance that God is in control. However, be forewarned that it doesn’t contain the same amount of humor that many of us have some to expect from Clairmont — but then, the book isn’t really meant to be funny, so from that angle it makes sense.

Above all, it’s an easy read and Clairmont’s anecdotes give the book a friendly, earthy tone — like you’re meeting a girlfriend for coffee and chatting about life and how God fits into it.

No, it’s not the best book available on the topic, but it does what it sets out to do, and it does it well. Like I said, it would make an excellent gift — but buy it early so you have a chance to read it first. :) ( )