Linda Nichols is a best-selling author of Christian fiction and was a 2003 Christy Awards finalist. She creates another inspiring and emotional novel with If I Gained the World. After leaving her partner, Daniel, Lenore plans on beginning a new life with their son. But parting from the man she loved for so many years sends her into a deep depression. Finally, Lenore meets the people of the Greater Grace Tabernacle, and with their help, she finds peace and happiness again.
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"I finally finished the book and when I got into the book last night, I couldn't really put it down. While the book didn't have a typical storyline that Christian fiction tends to have for the most part, it did have a fairly typical ending to the book. Overall, it was quite enjoyable."
— Melissa (4 out of 5 stars)
“A challenging, insightful, and fulfilling read.”
— RT Book Reviews“Rich and unsentimental. [Nichols’] main characters are skillfully developed and draw readers into their struggles...Highly recommended.”
— Library Journal" Pretty standard Christian fiction. "
— Jennifer, 2/12/2014" This was a good story of finding salvation, forgiveness and community living but I don't recommend it because it was a slow read for my taste. "
— Vanessa, 1/31/2014" I liked this book. It was a very readable story. Free library books seem to have a religious theme which doesn't bother me, but I would like to know about it before I downloaded the book. Good story. "
— Robin, 1/29/2014" It was a good fast read, but it was a religious book which I don't normally read. The characters were a bit confusing and some of them didn't leave a great picture in my mind. "
— Christen, 1/24/2014" Great character development! Unique story. Loved it. "
— Bek, 1/24/2014" I would rate it for the type of book it is one of the best books ever. "
— Karen, 1/2/2014" I liked this book. It was an enjoyable read. Not one of my favorites, but enjoyable nonetheless. It had some good life lessons in it. "
— Maid4life, 1/1/2014" Excellent book about a couple who go in completely opposite directions in their lives. "
— Melissa, 12/31/2013" Novel of a couple who splits up. Eventually they find God and return to each other. "
— Stephanie, 12/5/2013" This is a great story of redemption...a good quiet read...one of those you read to help you fall asleep! "
— Jana, 12/4/2013" Good book, but long and hard to read. "
— Lizzy, 11/23/2013" A wonderful christian novel by a great author. "
— Aurora, 11/10/2013" Not a terribly exciting book, but I did enjoy reading it. "
— Catherine, 10/6/2013" A story about the power of love and forgiveness even to those who don't seem to deserve a second chance. "
— Penny, 10/4/2013" Sometimes it moves a little slow, but the charaters emotions are true to life. "
— TB, 5/31/2013" Some of the latest books I've added, including this one, were books that my mother-in-law gave me after she finished them. They aren't books I would have chosen on my own. I read them mostly for her. I'm glad I did, even if I didn't love them. "
— Lola, 4/5/2013" this was a good book, slightly drawn out and a bit wordy, but I did enjpy it. "
— Kristin, 2/10/2013" I really liked this book a lot... "
— Debbie, 2/2/2013" It is a good book. I like the variety of characters the author includes in the book. The title is a great description of the book's message. "
— Denise, 1/20/2013" This is one of the best books I've read. The message is clear. Recurrent throughout the book. Again and again...if i gained the world...the tears ran as I read this book. Will definitely get more by this author. "
— Jacque, 12/21/2012" good characters, believable plots "
— Elsie, 6/30/2012" with love, all things are possible "
— Tammy, 6/1/2012" Linda Nichols is one of my new favorite authors. "If I Gained the World" is a believable novel with good characters and a unique storyline. "
— Nancy, 4/5/2012" It was a wonderful heartfelt book about love. Love in every sense of the word beyond the physical sentiment. "
— Dru, 2/6/2012" I enjoyed the story and the characters very much. I felt the pain and the joy these characters were going through. I also enjoyed the religious awakening Lenore had. I am not a religious person, but this was not too sentimental or preachy. "
— Linda, 1/28/2012" This was really good. It explored the consequences of different choices on our lives and examined the priorities each of the main characters held. It also had a sweet romance and a happy ending. :-) "
— Leah, 11/6/2011" Linda Nichols has a way of using everyday life to inspire you and draw you in. You really want her heroines to come out on top. Things are not easy for the lady in this book. "
— Sheila, 7/7/2011" Slightly cheesey, not fully realistic story. But cute, and easy read none the less. "
— Kristy, 6/9/2011" I loved this book. It gave me lots to think about in my Christian walk. It is one of those few books that I will reread every few years. "
— Marcie, 4/22/2011" I really liked this book a lot... "
— Debbie, 4/15/2011" I loved this book. It gave me lots to think about in my Christian walk. It is one of those few books that I will reread every few years. "
— Marcie, 3/5/2011" Good book, but long and hard to read. "
— Lizzy, 12/26/2010" I enjoyed the story and the characters very much. I felt the pain and the joy these characters were going through. I also enjoyed the religious awakening Lenore had. I am not a religious person, but this was not too sentimental or preachy. "
— Linda, 5/17/2010" my favorite book from linda nichols...<br/> "
— Marissaschick, 4/19/2010" It was a good fast read, but it was a religious book which I don't normally read. The characters were a bit confusing and some of them didn't leave a great picture in my mind. "
— Christen, 1/6/2010" This was really good. It explored the consequences of different choices on our lives and examined the priorities each of the main characters held. It also had a sweet romance and a happy ending. :-) "
— Leah, 6/29/2009" Novel of a couple who splits up. Eventually they find God and return to each other. "
— Stephanie, 5/29/2009" It was a wonderful heartfelt book about love. Love in every sense of the word beyond the physical sentiment. "
— Dru, 5/17/2009" This is one of the best books I've read. The message is clear. Recurrent throughout the book. Again and again...<em>if i gained the world</em>...the tears ran as I read this book. Will definitely get more by this author. "
— Jacque, 3/28/2009" Some of the latest books I've added, including this one, were books that my mother-in-law gave me after she finished them. They aren't books I would have chosen on my own. I read them mostly for her. I'm glad I did, even if I didn't love them. "
— Lola, 1/26/2009" this was a good book, slightly drawn out and a bit wordy, but I did enjpy it. "
— Kristin, 1/17/2009" Great character development! Unique story. Loved it. "
— Bek, 12/23/2008" Linda Nichols has a way of using everyday life to inspire you and draw you in. You really want her heroines to come out on top. Things are not easy for the lady in this book. "
— Sheila, 10/16/2008Linda Nichols spent much of her childhood among the hills of Virginia, the setting and inspiration for Not a Sparrow Falls. She is the author of the romantic comedy Handymanas well as numerous articles for parenting magazines. She and her family make their home in Tacoma, Washington.
Richard Ferrone recorded over 150 audiobooks including thrillers, romances, science fiction, and inspirational novels. He won the prestigious Audie Award and was a finalist for four Audie Awards, including for Best Solo Male Narrator. He was named an AudioFile "Voice of the Last Century" and a "Rising and Shining Star." He earned many AudioFile Earphones Awards, including being named the 2011 Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense as well as the 2009 Best Voice in Science Fiction and Fantasy. A science fiction fan, he narrated Kim Stanley Robinson’s Mars trilogy. He also narrated works by James Patterson, Walter Mosley, John Sandford, Eric Van Lustbader, and Stuart Woods.