Sister Circle: The Power of Sisterhood

by Cheryle T Ricks

This book is written with courage and bracing honesty. The author, before she does anything else, shares her own story of pain and confusion, thereby making it clear that she writes from a well of understanding. This is not some abstract checklist of what it takes to be a whole woman; rather, it is a heartfelt guide composed by a woman who has suffered through and survived the very challenges she wants to help other women overcome. Every woman should give this book to at least one other woman, and certainly every mother to her daughter. And it must be pointed no man will be the poorer for reading this for a better understanding of how very different a woman's struggles and needs are from his own. This book says, "Woman, heal thyself." The author makes it clear that this must happen first, before a woman can heal others, and that this can only happen by embracing God's healing love. The author's tone is conversational, sometimes even humorous in the midst of calamity. Clearly-recalled details draw the reader into her experiences, teaching through example, and the message of God's omnipresence and faithfulness is brought home repeatedly. There is universally sound advice here for struggling men, as "...you are not the mistakes you make." Xulon Press Every woman should have a mentor or friend they can look to for advice during both the challenging and joyful times in life. Cheryle T. Ricks is that friend and through her conversational style of writing, you feel as if she's right next to you as you read. Her transparency lends authenticity to her life story and credibility to her wise words. You'll walk away from this book feeling as if you've made a new friend. Erika Bennett, Xulon Press Editor

96 pages, Paperback

First published October 7, 2013

Reviews

[Tracey · Rating 2 out of 5]

I picked up this book on the strong suggestion from the author herself. She is using the library where I work at to hold a program based off her self help book. It's a very quick read, it can easily be read in a day. I'm not very religious so I didn't relate to the parts about God, which is the base and majority of the book. But some very valid points were made and I found some good advice that I'll try to incorporate into my everyday life.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource for inspiration and an ego builder. We definitely need each other to walk the path of spiritual growth and faith. Highly recommended and I will reread "Sister Circle:The Power of Sisterhood."

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

We need this framework to develop steps to guide us to be stronger, focused with ourselves and each other. Amazingly, once you start reading the "Sister Circle," you will not want to stop. This book helps us to understand and want to become part of a Sister Circle.

[Debra Odom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring book to be kept on the nightstand! This is an easy read. While reading this book, I felt as if the author was only speaking to me.