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If Cameron Vaux can’t find it, he will lose everything.
“You will lose your mind. When it starts happening . . . you must find the Book of Days.”
When Cameron’s dying father delivers this message, he brushes it off. Lose his memory? He’s only twenty-five. Find a book that doesn’t even exist. Foolishness. Nothing more than the product of his father’s dementia.
But now, eight years after his father’s death, it’s happening. Chunks of Cameron’s life are just — gone. Even memories of his wife, killed two years ago, have slipped away. Could it be . . . ? Is his father’s eerie prediction coming true?
Desperate, Cameron determines to fulfill his father’s last wish. He will find the Book of Days. But when a lead takes him to the small town of Three Peaks, Oregon, Cameron realizes dark secrets are at work. The townspeople, warm as apple pie at first, turn cold as liquid nitrogen when Cameron mentions the Book. As his mind works against him, Cameron discovers that friends may be enemies. And the one person Cameron can’t stand? She might be his strongest ally.
But there are others seeking the Book. Others who will stop at nothing to get it. And they’re closer than Cameron ever imagined . . .
“Great concept, great fun to read! Blends Peretti’s The Visitation and Jordan’s The Miracle of Mercy Land.” —Eric Wilson, New York Times best-selling author
“Rubart is officially one of my favorite writers. Book of Days is why people buy novels.”
—dan walsh, award-winning author of The Unfinished Gift
“Rubart’s talent is undeniable, and his ideas are pure wonderment.”
—Rene Gutteridge, award-winning author of Listen
James L. Rubart ran to the top of my favorite authors list this week. After reading both "Rooms" and "Book of Days," I find myself astounded by his story-telling. His descriptions inspire me. I enjoy phrases like "something about you crumbled his Oreos" on nearly every page. His wordsmithing is refreshing, like ice cold sweet tea on a hot summer's day.
Both novels are deep, searching, and thought-provoking. They challenge a believer to reflect on their faith, to look for a deeper relationship with God. And for the unbeliever or the doubter, Mr. Rubart writes in such a way that one can relate to his characters' stories without preaching a sermon to them.
In "Book of Days," we meet Cameron Vaux. Cameron already lost his wife and his father, and now he thinks he's losing his mind. Afraid of what that may mean, he decides it's time to go on a journey to look for some answers. His wife and father asked him to search out an ancient book upon their deathbeds. Either they were both crazy, or the book is real. Will Cameron be able to find it before he forgets them altogether?
James Rubart weaves an intriguing tale of Cameron's search for the Book of Days. Filled with obstacles and characters who don't want to reveal secrets hidden for decades, Cameron faces many challenges during his quest. Several secrets remain untold until Cameron nears the end of his journey. Filled with gripping suspense peppered with subtle hints, one will not find closure until the final chapters.
This is one of the first books I've read where I've been tempted to skip ahead a bit in search of answers to the questions each chapter brings.
I also enjoyed the movie and music references throughout the story. Being a lover of both, they assisted in my ability to relate to the characters.
A perfectly engaging read, I highly recommend "Book of Days." I enjoyed every second of reading it. I'd also encourage you to pick up a copy of "Rooms." Mr. Rubart will not disappoint.
I purchased my copy of "Book of Days," and I wasn't paid to write this review.
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Posted September 29, 2011
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Another Great book by my new favorite author! I thoroughly enjoyed every page and could barely put it down to go to sleep.
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Posted April 24, 2012
This book is incredible. Well written. Beautiful. I have NOTHING but praise for this book.
What if there really was a book on Earth that had everybody's lives written down?
She DEFINATELY supports the idea of predestination.....as do I. If you TRULY believe that God has power over everything, then you believe in predestination. A good book to read( on that topic) is called "Chosen by God". It is a truly amazing book as well!
I hope that this book will strengthen your relationship with Christ. Show you He is all powerful.
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Posted December 7, 2011
It was an easy read, interesting story line, and I would recommend it for a rainy day book.
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Posted December 4, 2011
Blah this was an ok book that could have been a lot shorter got too drawn out
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Posted December 1, 2011
This was a great book and makes me want to have a closer relationship with GOD !
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Posted May 28, 2011
This novel is almost impossible to put down, once a reader begins the story. And the tale makes some stories by even my favorite authors feel ordinary and tame.
A mysterious Book of Days supposedly reveals a person's past and future, but has been hidden somewhere in Oregon. Before each one died, Cameron Vaux had promised both his wife and his father that he'd search for the book. He delays for several years, until he experiences symptoms of the brain disease that took his father's life.
When he finally reaches in a small Oregon village, the supposed site of the book, townsfolk (and others) insist the volume is a myth. Cameron desperately needs to find this book for his own future. Can he survive the disease that killed his father? Will his memory stay with him to remember details until he finds the Book of Days? And can he choose wisely about a woman he loves?
Several characters in the story need the freedom of forgiving others who hurt them. Will they make that decision?
Rubart skillfully blends mystery, romance, sub-plots and themes for a gripping story. The dialogue never sounds preachy, although several characters talk about how to find God and why this is important. The characters feel real and likeable. Even the villain gains some sympathy.
By knowing how mystery plots work, the villain of the tale was easy to spot, but his unmasking was still suspenseful. A most enjoyable story with a satisfying ending.
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted April 24, 2011
I gave this book one star because of the illustration of the cover. This book is not that good. I found myself wanting to finish the book so I can get on with my life. The most gratifying aspect of this book was counting the editing mistakes. If your looking for a spiritually feel good book i.e. The Shack, this is not it. However, I do recommend Tom Pawlik or Bill Myers.
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Posted April 28, 2012
Great read!
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Posted April 2, 2012
My husband and I really enjoyed reading BOOK OF DAYS. It was a bit slower than ROOMS but a very good read. We are now starting THE CHAIR, that must tell you we enjoy the author's way of writing. Debs from the mtns in Colorado
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Posted February 4, 2012
This is one of the best books I've read. It was hard to put down and do anything else. Very much recommend this book. Will looks for other books by this author.
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Posted February 4, 2012
This book is amazing a must read. Verry verry good!!!!!
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Posted January 26, 2012
Right up there with William Peterson's "The Shack". Thanks for the loan, Mom!
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Posted January 23, 2012
I really enjoyed this one. It did seem that it was a bit drawn out at times but overall I really enjoyed it.
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Posted January 13, 2012
Little romance, little suspense, maybe drawn out in some areas, too brief in others. In all a good book!
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Posted January 12, 2012
This is my first book by James L. Rubart, I really enjoy this book. I couldn't put it down. Highly recommended.
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Posted January 6, 2012
This book was a page turner from the start. It really comforts you in the thought that maybe one day we will be able to see again the moments that we cherished.
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Posted December 31, 2011
Not a big fan of faith based fiction. Too often it's not up to contemporary writing standards. Like this one.
The concept sounded intriguing. The search for a book actually written by God (not inspired by or even placed into the minds of men. An actual book written by God's own hand) which shows all the days of every person's life - past, present and future. A young man is told about it by his father and wife just before each of them die. And it may save him from losing his mind. Interesting concept even if I have certain theological concerns. Hey, I'm broadminded. The problems are many. The writing feels like that of a talented high school student. The characters are cardboard cutouts and the really interesting issues raised by the story never really get explored. Important story points never get explained. I'll admit I read the book through to the end because I kept hoping that the story would resolve in an interesting fashion. It didn't.
Rating - ** (Not Impressed)
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Posted December 23, 2013
This book really hit home...showed how someone can walk around holding onto a secret and how much that can change them. And how a different world opens up when we forgive ourselves and learn that god always forgives.
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Posted June 4, 2013
Take a Ride Reading “Book of “Days” by “James Rubart is like taking a wild roller coaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seats because of it’s riveting sense of immediacy,imaginative plot and unique character This crypic journey has humorous metaphors and colorful personifications,as well as effective foreshadowing and use of symbolism, so suspend your disbelief and let your imaginations fly. The author dispels myths about the new age movement and shows the reader the truth about the reality of Christ. He does it in such a subtle, non intrusive way that surely the non believer will believe and the believers will be encouraged even in their most unfortunate circumstances. The character Tricia sums up the theme when she says :”The path life takes you down isn’t always where we would choose to go,but in the end it is possible to wind up where we wanted to be anyway,which encourages the most abject faith and sets us on a sincere quest for the truth about the meaning of life like the protagonist,Cameron. I highly recommend this enjoyable read and look forward to reading more of Rubart’s novels.
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Overview
If Cameron Vaux can’t find it, he will lose everything.
“You will lose your mind. When it starts happening . . . you must find the Book of Days.”
When Cameron’s dying father delivers this message, he brushes it off. Lose his memory? He’s only twenty-five. Find a book that doesn’t even exist. Foolishness. Nothing more than the product of his father’s dementia.
But now, eight years after his father’s death, it’s happening. Chunks of Cameron’s ...