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Between Sundays
Aaron Hill has it all---athletic good looks and the many privileges of a star quarterback. His Sundays are spent playing NFL football in front of a televised audience of millions. But Aaron's about to receive an unexpected handoff, one that will give him a whole new view of his self-centered life.Derrick Anderson is a family man who volunteers his time with foster kids while sustaining a long career as a pro football player. But now he's looking for a miracle. He must act as team mentor while still striving for the one thing that matters most this season---keeping a promise he made years ago.Megan Gunn works two jobs and spends her spare time helping at the youth center. Much of what she does, she does for the one boy for whom she is everything---a foster child whose dying mother left him in Megan's care. Now she wants to adopt him, but one obstacle stands in the way. Her foster son, Cory, is convinced that 49ers quarterback Aaron Hill is his father.Two men and the game they love. A woman with a heart for the lonely and lost, and a boy who believes the impossible. Thrown together in a season of self-discovery, they're about to learn lessons in character and grace, love and sacrifice.Because in the end life isn't defined by what takes place on the first day of the week, but how we live it between Sundays.
304 pages, Hardcover
First published November 3, 2007
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Karen Kingsbury
208 books12k followersKaren Kingsbury, #1 New York Times bestselling novelist, is America’s favorite inspirational storyteller, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. Her last dozen titles have topped bestseller lists and many of her novels are under development with Hallmark Films and as major motion pictures. Her Baxter Family books are being developed into a TV series slated for major network viewing sometime in the next year. Karen is also an adjunct professor of writing at Liberty University. In 2001 she and her husband, Don, adopted three boys from Haiti, doubling their family in a matter of months. Today the couple has joined the ranks of empty nesters, living in Tennessee near five of their adult children.
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February 22, 2009
I really enjoyed reading Between Sundays, much more so than I initially expected. I was admittedly skeptical going in, knowing that I’m not the target demographic for a Karen Kingsbury book.
The free audio book download at www.symtio.com was a good enough incentive to try a Kingsbury novel.
I found the characters in this book very likable and compelling. Kingsbury did a great job on character development, especially the main character of Aaron Hill, star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. She does a good job of bringing the reader along in Hill’s transformation, and she makes his heart change believable.
I especially liked the 49er’s 2nd string quarterback and Hill’s spiritual mentor, Derek Anderson. He sets the spiritual tone and development of the story, along with, Megan Gunn, Hill’s love interest.
The theme of the book, and the inspiration for the title, is that what matters most in life is what happens ‘Between Sundays’. Anderson served as the voice for this theme, his mantra, as he mentored his teammates, living out his faith both on and off the field. This philosophy has an appropriate double meaning, for football players that need to practice and stay sharp between Sunday game days and Christians that need to live out their faith during the week.
I read the audio format for this book. I liked some of the effects added at various times, giving it the feel of a ‘radio theater’ edition. However, the narrator’s attempt to lower the register of her voice when speaking for male characters was often forced and distracting.
It was interesting to learn in the author’s notes that Karen Kingsbury served as a sports writer early in her career. She did a great job with making the actual football scenes come alive, taking the reader onto the field to experience the action.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to readers that enjoy Christian fiction, particularly football fans and those with an interest in the foster care system.
The free audio book download at www.symtio.com was a good enough incentive to try a Kingsbury novel.
I found the characters in this book very likable and compelling. Kingsbury did a great job on character development, especially the main character of Aaron Hill, star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. She does a good job of bringing the reader along in Hill’s transformation, and she makes his heart change believable.
I especially liked the 49er’s 2nd string quarterback and Hill’s spiritual mentor, Derek Anderson. He sets the spiritual tone and development of the story, along with, Megan Gunn, Hill’s love interest.
The theme of the book, and the inspiration for the title, is that what matters most in life is what happens ‘Between Sundays’. Anderson served as the voice for this theme, his mantra, as he mentored his teammates, living out his faith both on and off the field. This philosophy has an appropriate double meaning, for football players that need to practice and stay sharp between Sunday game days and Christians that need to live out their faith during the week.
I read the audio format for this book. I liked some of the effects added at various times, giving it the feel of a ‘radio theater’ edition. However, the narrator’s attempt to lower the register of her voice when speaking for male characters was often forced and distracting.
It was interesting to learn in the author’s notes that Karen Kingsbury served as a sports writer early in her career. She did a great job with making the actual football scenes come alive, taking the reader onto the field to experience the action.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to readers that enjoy Christian fiction, particularly football fans and those with an interest in the foster care system.
June 27, 2016
This was a reread from one of my favourite authors.
I enjoyed this story, pages filled with emotional battles, surrendering to God, forgiveness and reconciliation. Karen did a great job of drawing the readers in on an emotional level. I especially enjoyed seeing Aaron grow from a selfish boy to a strong godly man.
This book will remain on my shelf for another reread later.
I enjoyed this story, pages filled with emotional battles, surrendering to God, forgiveness and reconciliation. Karen did a great job of drawing the readers in on an emotional level. I especially enjoyed seeing Aaron grow from a selfish boy to a strong godly man.
This book will remain on my shelf for another reread later.
November 5, 2008
The book, Between Sundays, was very predictable book as it ended the way you would hope it would. The author , Karen Kingsbury, wrote this book about a foster child who did not know who is father was and her intention were to show hope to those who may not have father or are looking for a father. She wrote it about Alex Smith's work with the foster care system. The character I liked best was Derrick Anderson who played a retiring quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. He was true friend to Aaron Hill when he needed him the most and showed support when he was struggling. My least favorite character was Aaron Hill, who the starting quarter back. At the beginning, he had a different girl every weekend and he did care about kids. He would use kids to get to the girls. He was the most self centered person and a plain jerk. When Aaron’s attitude starts to change is where the book caught my attention. He begins to see that others are more important than his selfish desires. The best quote that stuck in my mind through the book was, “It’s what you do between Sundays. That’s what matters.” From this quote is where the book gets its title. The actors I would choose would be: Aaron would be Chad Michael Murray, Cory would be Bryce Walters and Megan would be Bethany Galeotti. This book had emotion of gloomy events of people getting hurt in the game of football and joyful events like winning the Super Bowl. I kept reading this book because it kept you interested and it was a story about the sport of football. I would recommend this book to a person looking for a sports story, a foster care family, or anyone going through a tough time and feels alone.
July 4, 2019
Mixed feelings. How you live between Sunday's is a sign of your true character. I definitely agree with that comment. No argument there. However, I am not a fan of sports. Never have been and never will. I am especially leery of professional sports. Sports has become very idolized in today's world. I am afraid that there are likely far too many that are like Aaron Hill was at the beginning of the story. He was only concerned about his image. I didn't like him at all. He was self-centred and a bit of a playboy. Rather disgusting if you ask me. I much preferred his friend Derek Anderson who was a genuine man with a strong faith in and off the football field. That is my next question. Does God really care about sports? I have my doubts. I know that many people love a good game but when is time to grow up and leave childish things behind? I don't have a problem with playing with friends and family but professional sports are another. It seems very shallow. The stardom is so empty. I'll probably get hate comments for my opinion. Oh well.
The story wasn't all bad. In fact, I liked parts of it a lot. Cory lived with his foster mom, Megan Gunn and was convinced that Aaron was his dad. He could not be persuaded by his beliefs. After Aaron started to change his life, Megan begins to fall for him. Is it possible that maybe someday they will be a complete family? That part I enjoyed. I loved how Aaron repented of his lifestyle and turned to God. I also liked Megan's dedication to foster children. Despite my misgivings, this was an enjoyable book to listen to.
The story wasn't all bad. In fact, I liked parts of it a lot. Cory lived with his foster mom, Megan Gunn and was convinced that Aaron was his dad. He could not be persuaded by his beliefs. After Aaron started to change his life, Megan begins to fall for him. Is it possible that maybe someday they will be a complete family? That part I enjoyed. I loved how Aaron repented of his lifestyle and turned to God. I also liked Megan's dedication to foster children. Despite my misgivings, this was an enjoyable book to listen to.
February 24, 2017
Eight-year-old Cody, is being raised by his foster mom, Megan. Cody believes the quarterback from the 49ers is his biological dad because his mom had told him so when he was younger. Megan on the other hand thinks Cody was just obsessed with Aaron. Aaron was not interested in helping foster kids, but he gets himself into a situation where he has to decide what to do without ruining his reputation.
Aaron decides to go and help the foster kids with his teammate. While he was there he spots the ideal woman for him, Megan. Megan was not interested in Aaron. He had lied to the kid she loved, Cody. Karen Kingsbury, the author, wanted us, the readers, to see the transformation Aaron and Megan go through towards the end of the book.
Aaron decides to go and help the foster kids with his teammate. While he was there he spots the ideal woman for him, Megan. Megan was not interested in Aaron. He had lied to the kid she loved, Cody. Karen Kingsbury, the author, wanted us, the readers, to see the transformation Aaron and Megan go through towards the end of the book.
October 22, 2012
I officially like Karen Kingsbury's novels. This is the third one I have read. The first one was nice but not fantastic, the second one was emotionally wrenching and well written, and this one was great. The plot was awesome; I was on the edge of my seat wondering when Aaron would find out the truth and how it would affect him, when he would give in to God and turn his life around, and how his relationship with Megan would progress. I love the supporting characters especially Derrick Anderson and his family. The love they have for God and each other is so special and makes me want that in real life. I really appreciated that Kingsbury had Black people in her novel, in a way that made them feel like really people and didn't overemphasize and play to stereotypes. The ending was fantastic. Cody is such an endearing character and you are rooting for him the entire time. Highly recommend this book.
September 10, 2009
I listened to this on on CD while unpacking boxes and settling into our house. By the end I just had to sit and listen, because I was enjoying it too much to be distracted by work. This is a really sweet book about love, and repentance. I loved the main characters and I enjoyed watching their relationships develop. I won't write too much more, because this is a book club book (I want to save all the good stuff for that!), and because I don't want to give too much of the plot away. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a sweet book, even if it is fairly serious.
June 20, 2014
Who we are between Sundays is what matters most. This is an enjoyable, clean lit read. Pretty predictable but good nonetheless. Enjoy!
January 12, 2017
I have a confession to make - this is the first book I have read by Karen Kingsbury. I know! For someone who reads a fair amount of Christian fiction it seems strange that I have skipped over her books entirely. But no longer. I have had Between Sundays sitting on my shelf for a while now and the other day I picked it up on a whim. And I didn't put it down. I enjoyed the emotionally charged story. Second chances, finding faith, love, foster children, the importance of family, and even American football all combine in a heartwarming story.
Cory knows who his dad is, his mother told him, but no one believes him. Now his mother is dead and he is living with Megan, his foster mother. But when the youth centre organises a pizza party with the the San Francisco 49ers quarterback Derrick Anderson, Cory knows it is his chance to finally meet his dad - because his father is quarterback Aaron Hill.
This book includes both an author's note by Karen and a foreword by Adam Smith, who both raise the important issue of foster children. This is a topic particularly dear to my heart. I also liked how Karen notes that Aaron Hill is not modelled off Adam Smith. That's because the character Aaron has a lot of changes to undergo in this novel. I enjoyed reading his journey as through faith and friendship he is transformed from aloof, proud, and cavalier to a caring and understanding man who wants to make right his mistakes. Adam Smith is more a model for the other character Derrick, who acts as a mentor to Aaron and is devoted to God, his family, and helping foster kids.
I enjoyed the romance in this story. Megan tries to keep her distance from Aaron, initially because she does not like his character and later for the sake of both her own and Cory's hearts. But she is drawn to Aaron and can't help noting the changes in him. Cory is a sweet young kid who has been handed some tough situations, but he remains a caring and understanding man. The story is told in third person but switches perspective between all four main characters, Derrick, Cory, Aaron and Megan.
This might have been my first Karen Kingsbury novel, but it certainly won't be my last.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library.
Cory knows who his dad is, his mother told him, but no one believes him. Now his mother is dead and he is living with Megan, his foster mother. But when the youth centre organises a pizza party with the the San Francisco 49ers quarterback Derrick Anderson, Cory knows it is his chance to finally meet his dad - because his father is quarterback Aaron Hill.
This book includes both an author's note by Karen and a foreword by Adam Smith, who both raise the important issue of foster children. This is a topic particularly dear to my heart. I also liked how Karen notes that Aaron Hill is not modelled off Adam Smith. That's because the character Aaron has a lot of changes to undergo in this novel. I enjoyed reading his journey as through faith and friendship he is transformed from aloof, proud, and cavalier to a caring and understanding man who wants to make right his mistakes. Adam Smith is more a model for the other character Derrick, who acts as a mentor to Aaron and is devoted to God, his family, and helping foster kids.
I enjoyed the romance in this story. Megan tries to keep her distance from Aaron, initially because she does not like his character and later for the sake of both her own and Cory's hearts. But she is drawn to Aaron and can't help noting the changes in him. Cory is a sweet young kid who has been handed some tough situations, but he remains a caring and understanding man. The story is told in third person but switches perspective between all four main characters, Derrick, Cory, Aaron and Megan.
This might have been my first Karen Kingsbury novel, but it certainly won't be my last.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library.
June 11, 2018
Good faith journey. Story about foster child and pro football player.
Kingsbury's latest book takes a familiar plot device -- a setting in the fascinating world of the NFL -- and gives it a fresh twist. Megan and Aaron's relationship develops at a realistic pace and is filled with a series of believable twists. The novel's spiritual content provides encouragement and will help to uplift the reader's soul.
Foster parent Megan Gunn has been raising 8-year-old Cory for two years. She wants to adopt him but can't because Cory insists that Aaron Hill, the star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, is his biological father. Megan sets out to prove that the arrogant Aaron is not Cory's father.
When Aaron gets involved with a program for foster children, it's because he hopes to improve his tarnished reputation. He doesn't bargain on the connection he feels with the beautiful Megan and the confusion that Cory's claim stirs up in him.
Review originally appeared in RT BookReviews
Kingsbury's latest book takes a familiar plot device -- a setting in the fascinating world of the NFL -- and gives it a fresh twist. Megan and Aaron's relationship develops at a realistic pace and is filled with a series of believable twists. The novel's spiritual content provides encouragement and will help to uplift the reader's soul.
Foster parent Megan Gunn has been raising 8-year-old Cory for two years. She wants to adopt him but can't because Cory insists that Aaron Hill, the star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, is his biological father. Megan sets out to prove that the arrogant Aaron is not Cory's father.
When Aaron gets involved with a program for foster children, it's because he hopes to improve his tarnished reputation. He doesn't bargain on the connection he feels with the beautiful Megan and the confusion that Cory's claim stirs up in him.
Review originally appeared in RT BookReviews
November 7, 2024
I loved this book!!! It really opens your eyes to hope, love & caring for foster kids!!! I know a lot of Football players have many different charities. It was nice to read even though this was fiction, a lot of this does go on!!! I love reading her books!!!
December 14, 2017
Christian fiction rocks!!! Every time I find one of these gems I think to myself, man I should read more of these. I dare you to read this and not smile. It's cute, hopeful and uplifting.
July 3, 2018
I’d probably give this 3.5 stars. This is the story of a young boy who’s mom dies and he’s left in the care of his moms best friend. The mom always told him his dad was the famous NFL QB from the 49ers so the boy makes it his mission to meet his dad. The friend can’t legally adopt him until he stops saying he has a dad, so Megan (the moms friend) tries to convince him that’s not true and he shouldn’t let it go.
One of the other 49ers hosts a pizza party and meet and greet for all the foster kids so the boy (Corey) asks him to give a letter to theQB in which Corey tells him he’s his dad.
Bad boy QB (Aaron) is in the midst of a public scandal, so he joins the pizza party the next week to try to clean up his image. He’s smitten with Megan so in an attempt to get to her, he befriends Corey and says he read the letter even though he didn’t.
As the story goes on, Aaron falls even harder for Megan as the 3some starts spending time together. She calls him out so he reads the letter and then joins Megan’s purpose trying to convince Corey it’s not true. But then in the end Corey shows him a picture of him and his mom and Aaron realizes it’s the one girl he ever loved and it must be true. Corey also has a letter from the Mom to Aaron telling him she was raped right before they were together so Aaron has a paternity test done for proof but then rips it up because it doesn’t matter- he wants to be Corey’s Dad. The author tells us in and end note that he was indeed his dad.
Megan and Aaron get married and they are one happy family.
This book is heavy on the faith and there is a lot of conversation with God so if that’s not your thing I wouldn’t read this. I thought it as a little cheesy and too much at times but overall very enjoyable. Aaron turns around completely all because of God and love. Inspiring story.
Side characters include the back up QB who’s son died and he promised to win a super bowl for him (and they do- despite both QBs getting injured and it being his final season).
Sweet story, would recommend.
One of the other 49ers hosts a pizza party and meet and greet for all the foster kids so the boy (Corey) asks him to give a letter to theQB in which Corey tells him he’s his dad.
Bad boy QB (Aaron) is in the midst of a public scandal, so he joins the pizza party the next week to try to clean up his image. He’s smitten with Megan so in an attempt to get to her, he befriends Corey and says he read the letter even though he didn’t.
As the story goes on, Aaron falls even harder for Megan as the 3some starts spending time together. She calls him out so he reads the letter and then joins Megan’s purpose trying to convince Corey it’s not true. But then in the end Corey shows him a picture of him and his mom and Aaron realizes it’s the one girl he ever loved and it must be true. Corey also has a letter from the Mom to Aaron telling him she was raped right before they were together so Aaron has a paternity test done for proof but then rips it up because it doesn’t matter- he wants to be Corey’s Dad. The author tells us in and end note that he was indeed his dad.
Megan and Aaron get married and they are one happy family.
This book is heavy on the faith and there is a lot of conversation with God so if that’s not your thing I wouldn’t read this. I thought it as a little cheesy and too much at times but overall very enjoyable. Aaron turns around completely all because of God and love. Inspiring story.
Side characters include the back up QB who’s son died and he promised to win a super bowl for him (and they do- despite both QBs getting injured and it being his final season).
Sweet story, would recommend.
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September 3, 2024
I want to give this book a 4 so bad because I liked reading it, but there were too many problems with the writing 😭. Firstly the plot didn’t make sense cause why would Aaron just listen to his agent or whatever and not talk to his girlfriend? Like he really let his agent tell him that his girlfriend of 2-3 years was cheating on him and he didn’t fact check 🤦🏾♀️. The fact that he just left her without talking to her first is literally unbelievable! Also there is no way that I’d have a son by a famous football player and then die by myself struggling to put food on the table. Best believe I would have gotten that child support! I was also frustrated by the fact that Aaron shredded the paternity test like bruh- I wanna know if Cory is ur bio son 🙄 and it was clear that he was so there was no need for him to shred the evidence 🤦🏾♀️. Also in the beginning of the book the author used quotation marks to indicate who was speaking but then later on she just stopped 💀. Like did she get lazy and just not wanna do it anymore? 😂 Anyways I was entertained overall so imma give it a 3. Also Derrick was the best character!💯
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September 28, 2018
This was a great story of coming to know God from many starting points. I found it at a library sale and listened over a couple of weeks. Not terribly thrilled with the reader, did not like her rendition of men's voices, but I got used to it.
July 20, 2024
This is such a great story. I loved thos book.
September 7, 2024
This is one of the best stand alone novels Kingsbury has written!
May 8, 2025
Predictable but story was so cute. I loved it :-)
July 13, 2019
Karen Kingsbury doesn't disappoint!
December 8, 2020
This was a good story in a Hallmark movie way. It was predictable and sugary sweet. It also had a strong come to Jesus angle.
April 10, 2008
It seems like every Karen Kingsbury book I read makes me reconsider becoming a foster parent, and Between Sundays is no exception. In this heartwarming novel, Kingsbury touches lightly on the flaws in the foster system, while reminding all Christians that it isn't so important what you do on the Sabbath as is your life in between Sundays.
This novel tells the story of Cory, a young boy who believes what his destitute mother always told him - his father is the famous 49ers star quarterback, Aaron Hill. But Hill is of the shallow, fame-hound ways, convinced the world revolves around him and him alone. After a press faux pas, he follows his coach's advice to do a good deed, and visits a group of foster kids which, of course, includes young Cory. While everyone thinks the child is idolizing, he remains convinced that his mother told him the truth, holding firm until he has a chance to prove it.
Though the story centers around the boy, the primary focus is on the change in Aaron's heart. From his teammate, Derrick, and Cory's foster mom, Megan, he learns that the universe isn't as narrowly focused as he believes. He learns to trust and care for others. He undergoes a profound change of heart, as visible on the outside as it is obvious on the inside.
Kingsbury is a talented writer, and she weaves a convincing story. Her characters are three dimensional, and they touch your heart. She manages to impress us with the plight of foster children abandoned at the age of 18 without lecturing. There were only two problems that I had with the novel. The first was just how long it took for Corey to offer up his proof. If his mother had left a letter for the famous football star, why didn't he give it to Aaron earlier? Because this would hasten the end of the novel. The second was the way the subject of rape was dealt with. It was fairly obvious from the beginning that something of that nature had occurred, but then it was completely dropped, only to be brought up later, in her letter. On the one hand, I understand a rape victim would not discuss this with either her new friend several years later or with her son, but the earlier mention of it made me think it had greater significance; I kid you not, I thought Aaron's agent had somehow arranged it. I would have liked to have seen it either more subtly mentioned or dropped altogether from the first chapter. That said, the rape does provide a convincing reason that Cory's mother was so easily frightened away from Aaron.
Overall, this was a fantastic story that I really enjoyed. It touched my heart, and it made me think again about the foster children we too often forget. Karen Kingsbury has woven yet another great inspirational tale!
This novel tells the story of Cory, a young boy who believes what his destitute mother always told him - his father is the famous 49ers star quarterback, Aaron Hill. But Hill is of the shallow, fame-hound ways, convinced the world revolves around him and him alone. After a press faux pas, he follows his coach's advice to do a good deed, and visits a group of foster kids which, of course, includes young Cory. While everyone thinks the child is idolizing, he remains convinced that his mother told him the truth, holding firm until he has a chance to prove it.
Though the story centers around the boy, the primary focus is on the change in Aaron's heart. From his teammate, Derrick, and Cory's foster mom, Megan, he learns that the universe isn't as narrowly focused as he believes. He learns to trust and care for others. He undergoes a profound change of heart, as visible on the outside as it is obvious on the inside.
Kingsbury is a talented writer, and she weaves a convincing story. Her characters are three dimensional, and they touch your heart. She manages to impress us with the plight of foster children abandoned at the age of 18 without lecturing. There were only two problems that I had with the novel. The first was just how long it took for Corey to offer up his proof. If his mother had left a letter for the famous football star, why didn't he give it to Aaron earlier? Because this would hasten the end of the novel. The second was the way the subject of rape was dealt with. It was fairly obvious from the beginning that something of that nature had occurred, but then it was completely dropped, only to be brought up later, in her letter. On the one hand, I understand a rape victim would not discuss this with either her new friend several years later or with her son, but the earlier mention of it made me think it had greater significance; I kid you not, I thought Aaron's agent had somehow arranged it. I would have liked to have seen it either more subtly mentioned or dropped altogether from the first chapter. That said, the rape does provide a convincing reason that Cory's mother was so easily frightened away from Aaron.
Overall, this was a fantastic story that I really enjoyed. It touched my heart, and it made me think again about the foster children we too often forget. Karen Kingsbury has woven yet another great inspirational tale!
March 6, 2009
Karen Kingsbury is noted for teaching life lessons in her fictional, inspirational books, and one of her latest novels, Between Sundays, is no exception. Set in downtown Pennsylvania, Kingsbury weaves together a story about a little boy named Corey, a young lady named Megan, and an NFL superstar named Aaron and their separate journeys that happen to bring them together. Corey's mother died in poverty when he was only seven years old. However, before she died she imparted a very big secret to Corey. She told him who his father was. Megan, Corey's mothers’ best friend, is left to raise Corey on her own. Everyone but Corey is oblivious to the fact that Corey’s father is a very rich, successful NFL football player. Corey's father has no clue that he's a dad. This book is about the journey of a son to his father, a father finding out of a son, finding true love in the most unlikely places, and finding God.
Between Sundays is a book that Christians, no matter what denomination, will love. Romance comes into play when young Megan meets Corey's father Aaron. For the sports fanatics, moment by moment football games are told and keep you on the edge of your seat in suspense. You will journey through the rough practices, feel the wrath of coaches, and receive the adrenaline rush from the cheering fans. Christianity is the root of this book and many scriptures are quoted throughout.
Kingsbury has mastered story telling down to a tee. The book kept me in suspense throughout, and I never knew what was going to happen. Kingsbury vividly describes the death of a mother, the fear of being alone, and peace that only God can bring all in the same book. I loved this book so much that I want Kingsbury to make a whole series out of this book. It was one of the best books I have ever read, and I learned so much from it!
Between Sundays is a book that Christians, no matter what denomination, will love. Romance comes into play when young Megan meets Corey's father Aaron. For the sports fanatics, moment by moment football games are told and keep you on the edge of your seat in suspense. You will journey through the rough practices, feel the wrath of coaches, and receive the adrenaline rush from the cheering fans. Christianity is the root of this book and many scriptures are quoted throughout.
Kingsbury has mastered story telling down to a tee. The book kept me in suspense throughout, and I never knew what was going to happen. Kingsbury vividly describes the death of a mother, the fear of being alone, and peace that only God can bring all in the same book. I loved this book so much that I want Kingsbury to make a whole series out of this book. It was one of the best books I have ever read, and I learned so much from it!
March 4, 2011
Kingsbury offers another tale that tugs at readers heartstrings--but there is a happy ending of course. It is set against the backdrop of professonal football and kids caught up in the foster care system. One of these kids, Cory, has been taken in by his foster mom Megan ever since his real mother died. She wants to adopt him but he is isistent he has a dad--and that dad happens to be the star quarterback of the San Francisco 49's. Megan doesn't believe that this could be true, but the efforts of another football player gives Cory a chance to deliver a message to his "real dad". What follows is the story of how this quarterback learns that what happens "between Sundays" is just as important as what happens on the field. [return]The story was good enough, the audio version I listened to was terrible. I'm sorry, but the narrator tried to hard to make different voices for the characters, but her characterizations were distracting at best. If you like emotionally laden stories give this one a read--but stay away from the audio version.
September 21, 2013
I really liked this book. Author, Karen Klingsbury is a Christian writer of fiction, formally a sports writer. She was inspired to write this book after meeting and getting to know the San Francisco quarterback, Alex Smith in real life, whose passion is helping foster kids. She was impressed with what he does on the field, but even more so off the field,"between Sundays",
Between Sundays is about sweet 8 y/o Cory who is being raised by his foster mom, Megan, who was his mom's best friend before she died. Megan volunteers at foster care, runs a paper route 4:30 every morning, gets Cory off to school and then goes to work in a diner. She barely gets by financially. She loves Cory and wants to adopt him. Problems
begin when Cory becomes obscessed with the San Francisco 49ers, reading every news item he can find about them and he never misses watching all their games. He is convinced the 49ers quarterback, Aaron Hill is his dad. Predictable? Yes. But I loved the characters and the sweet story.
Between Sundays is about sweet 8 y/o Cory who is being raised by his foster mom, Megan, who was his mom's best friend before she died. Megan volunteers at foster care, runs a paper route 4:30 every morning, gets Cory off to school and then goes to work in a diner. She barely gets by financially. She loves Cory and wants to adopt him. Problems
begin when Cory becomes obscessed with the San Francisco 49ers, reading every news item he can find about them and he never misses watching all their games. He is convinced the 49ers quarterback, Aaron Hill is his dad. Predictable? Yes. But I loved the characters and the sweet story.
August 13, 2008
A story about a foster child named Corey; his mother died when he was 5 and now he is living with him mom's best friend Megan.
He truly believes that a famous NFL quarterback, Aaron Hill, is his dad.
The story revolves around how Cory meets Hill and how Hill actually falls in love with Megan.
I feel the story shines light on the need for reforming the foster care system. In order to help children who turn 18 transition into society and succeed.
However, this story is VERY religious; the characters are constantly referencing God. I thought this took away from the storyline. It was also a little too predictable for me.
He truly believes that a famous NFL quarterback, Aaron Hill, is his dad.
The story revolves around how Cory meets Hill and how Hill actually falls in love with Megan.
I feel the story shines light on the need for reforming the foster care system. In order to help children who turn 18 transition into society and succeed.
However, this story is VERY religious; the characters are constantly referencing God. I thought this took away from the storyline. It was also a little too predictable for me.
August 29, 2012
Great book! I kept waiting for some sort of "twist,' but there wasn't one, and I'm actually OK w/ that! I'm a sucker for happy endings, so I'm definitely not complaining. And I'm so NOT into sports, so I was glad that football was only a part of this book. As the title says, most of life happens between Sundays! ;)
July 30, 2012
Between Sundays was an easy, light hearted read with a great theme. It's not what you do on Sunday that matters, it's what you do between Sundays. I enjoyed the story of love, redemption, faith, and hope. I also enjoyed the NFL being the setting because I love football!
February 6, 2017
Yes, this book was predictable, but I enjoyed every minute of it. Hill's transformation throughout the the book, from jerk to a man of faith was inspirational. As a NFL fan, I had players faces in my mind who I have read about who had similar journeys to faith. A great read for all.
July 20, 2014
I'd give this book 6 stars if I could!
October 9, 2016
Book was great. Reader had a lisp or something. At times it really detracted from the story.
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