I was so pleased to review "God's Amazing World" by Eileen Spinelli. My daughter said, "Oh yay! Can you read it to me?", when she saw it. But, there is one flaw in this book that I can't overlook.
"God's Amazing World" is about Bo and Gracie, two cousins and their afternoon spent talking about God's creation. Adorable. Then, out of nowhere the character Gracie says, "Next time you are afraid, remember this - God make the dark. Both day and night are good." WAIT A MINUTE! Yes, both day and night are good and yes, you don't have to be afraid BUT, God did not make the dark. Genesis 1:2 says "now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep... and Gen 1:4 says the separated the light from the darkness. See, darkness isn't something that is created at all; it is the absence of light. When you flick a switch, you don't turn on the dark, you turn off the light. Lastly, 1 John 1:5 says This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.
It might seem like I'm splitting hairs or overreacting but I don't think so.
Oh, almost forgot, the publisher has given me permission to hold another give away of this very cute book. (It really is adorable) If you'd like your name in the draw, let me know. :)
BTW, I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Author Bio
Eileen Spinelli is the author of numerous children’s books, including Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch; The Best Story, and Two to Cuddle. Eileen lives in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
Illustrator Bio
Mélanie Florian is an illustrator with dual lifelong passions for storytelling and helping children discover the world. Both passions guide her work today creating vibrant, whimsical illustrations. Mélanie enjoys her inspiring surroundings as she works in the French town of Annecy, in the midst of mountains and a beautiful lake.
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