I am a huge Karen Kingsbury fan. Only a few of her books I still need to read.Fifteen minutes was again one of her well written books. The main character Zack, has a strong relationship with God and feels he should participate in 15 minutes, a singing competition, and strongly believes he will be able to shine his light to the world and be a testimony for God. He left his girlfriend, Reese behind. But then Zack is faced with some difficult decisions. I liked the story line. How often are we faced with a similar situation, going in believing we are doing what God wants, but letting pressure or frustration bring us a bit down, and then we are hard on ourselves for messing up, forgetting about God's grace. The way the characters' struggles, decisions and their relationship with God was presented was so true and honest, it could be someone we know.The character Zack frustrated me a lot. I wanted to hit him behind the head with some decisions he made. I was angry at him and actually told my husband this guy in the book makes me so mad! Why can't he stay strong and make the clear right decisions and how can't he see through Zoey, who also irritated me. But then later when there was a turnaround I felt compassion for him.The ending left you wondered what would happen between the characters. It felt a bit unfinished. But, on the other hand, the ending was more realistic. I am glad it did not end like one of those romance books where everything just works out like that. Sometimes it takes more time for issues to be dealt with.Somewhere in the middle of the book I did not like the story much, but by the time I finished the book I was sad to see it end and really enjoyed it. The Book that I am reading is a good book. It is called 15 minutes by Karen Kingsbury. It is about a young man who wants to be used by God for greater things than just at his hometown. He wants to go and be on this popular T.V. show similar to American Idol called 15 minutes. He told his girlfriend that he would shine for Jesus and not let fame get to him. His Faith will be tested by God when he becomes famous. The judges have to tell him to cut back expressing Jesus,and if he doesn't he will be automatically disqualified. What is he to do. If he can't express his Love for Jesus then what is he doing this for. Find out in Fifteen Minutes by Karen Kingsbury.
What do You think about Fifteen Minutes (2013)?
It reminds me of American Idol. A good read. I need more info for the ending though.
—dhvani
A great representation of the lure and trap of fame.
—Alfey
