Bo's Café: A Place to Be Known

by John Lynch, Bruce McNicol, Bill Thrall

High-powered executive Steven Kerner is living the dream in southern California. But when his bottled pain ignites in anger one night, his wife kicks him out. Then an eccentric mystery man named Andy Monroe befriends Steven and begins unraveling his tightly wound world. Andy leads Steven through a series of frustrating and revealing encounters to repair his life through genuine friendship and the grace and love of a God who has been waiting for him to accept it. A story to challenge and encourage, Bo's Café is a model for all who struggle with unresolved problems and a performance-based life. Those who desire a fuller, more authentic way of living will find this journey of healing a restorative exploration of God's unbridled grace.
(The endorsements and cover artwork were updated in 2024.)

260 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 10, 2024

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Reviews

[Alexis Rohrer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the idea of this book. Especially around Steve’s life. I would have like to see more added in about his work life. I’m not also not sure how long and accurate and drawn out some of the speeches he got seem. I also would’ve like it to be focused on the Lord but overall really great book! Especially for those struggling with feeling the need to measure up

[Robert Eames · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book about a man whose life and especially his marriage is in the process of collapsing. The problems and the collapse are fairly well detailed and explored through a couple of strong characters but the ending seems rushed and weaker than the first two thirds. Still a good read and some solid points on the importance of authentic relationships and a solid foundation for one’s self image to be deeply rooted in faith and grace.

[Jeffrey Moody · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend! This book flew by and had a very great story. It had me question and pray a lot about why I am the way I am. I have since given it to a friend (who has given it to a friend when he completed it.)

[Daniil]

Although I'm disinclined to leave a rating, since it hardly qualifies as a novel, I truly think every man should read this book.

[Christopher G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every person needs to read this

At some point most of us are Stephen while we are young. As we learn how to navigate life we mature into Andy and help the next generation of Stephens.

Enjoy the journey and let others see the real you.