What do an ex-con, a former drug addict, a real estate broker, a college student and a married mother of two have in common?
Nothing, or so I thought. Who would have imagined that God would make a prayer group as mismatched as ours the closest of friends? I almost didn’t even go to the Chicago Women’s Conference—after all, being thrown together with five hundred strangers wasn’t exactly my “comfort zone.” But something happened that weekend to make us realize we had to hang together, and the Yada Yada Prayer Group” was born! When I faced the biggest crisis of my life, God used my newfound Sisters to show me what it means to be just a sinner saved by grace.
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"This group of christian women, and their families, really make you want to live a better life. I loved the part where the main character actually prays for each one of her students individually. We always talk and hear of doing this but she actually does it."
— Carolyn (4 out of 5 stars)
" Really enjoyed, now on to book 4! "
— Lacey, 2/11/2014" Fantastic series! Really makes you want to grow in Christ and care for others! "
— Laura, 2/7/2014" Just finished this one---concluding in the marriage of Avis and Peter, and the baptisms of YoYo and former prisoner, Becky Wallace--------and have book #4 in my hand. These ladies are my imaginary friends! "
— Ellie, 2/2/2014" I love this series, it moves me in ways I didn't expect. Real women dealing with everyday struggles. It lets me in on a world I wouldn't ordinary be exposed to. "
— Teesa, 1/31/2014" 3rd book in series - I read out of order (oops) - Stu moving in upstairs from Jodi and Becky getting out of jail "
— Marsha, 1/29/2014" It was ok. I enjoyed it, but I didn't love it. I probably won't read any more of this author but I didn't regret reading this book. "
— Grace, 1/25/2014" I liked this Yada Yada book better than the previous two but I think it is because the story is developing more with each book so it is more interesting. I'm ready to read the next book in the series to see what comes next for the Yada Yada Sisters. "
— Elaine, 1/23/2014" On audio. These books are perfect for in the car because I don't have to concentrate too hard to follow the plot! Another good one, you could see everything that was coming. Entertaining!! "
— Melissa, 1/23/2014" I enjoyed the first two but got bored with the bickering in this one. I did appreciate the bible verses and lessons learned though. "
— Cathy, 1/17/2014" I had a really hard time finishing this book. The author REALLY likes wordy analogies that slow the reader down. I'll finish the series, of course, but only because I want to know what happens in the story, not because I like the author's writing style. "
— Stephanie, 1/11/2014" Stu moves in upstairs in Jodi's building and Amanda has a quinceanera. Good read. "
— Kitty, 12/18/2013" quite the group, I need to read the previous ones now "
— Gerry, 12/15/2013" I enjoyed this book.. The more I read the more I wanted to read!! "
— Jdubsgirl, 12/14/2013" I have enjoyed each one of the Yada Yada books! I look forward to starting the next one! "
— Dee, 11/26/2013" I was concerned that the yada themes would get old, but it hasn't happened in this one! The women continue to be challenged to live out their faith in the real world. "
— Connie, 11/24/2013" This book was great! A little slow in the middle, but it just keeps me reading and can't wait to grab book 4 that was already waiting in my library book basket! "
— Linda, 11/17/2013" I love this series. I can totally relate to the characters and even though it is fiction, I find myself adapting to change in my life similar to these characters. I have found a new favorite author in Neta Jackson. "
— Cynthia, 10/30/2013" This is a new series that some ladies from my church have gotten me hooked on. Obviously, Christian related, quick and excellent reads. One of the ladies I can relate to very much as she is so hard on herself. "
— Lora, 7/27/2013" I really like this series. The books are so uplifting and I love the way the author develops each character. "
— Marie, 7/27/2013" This series is excellent. I recommend it highly for Christian readers interested in the power of prayer and redemption in a multicultural setting. "
— Sue, 7/3/2013" Wow, they just keep getting better! "
— Tracy, 5/17/2013" Nice read about women and friendships and the power of prayer. "
— Debbie, 4/20/2013" The group continues through trials and tribualtions. They are forced to face issues and work for the solutions "
— Tara, 1/12/2013" Even more compelling than the previous two books. We learn more about Avis, YoYo and also Stu. I don't want to spoil the suprises in store but look for a wedding, a baptism or too involved in the book's theme of forgiveness. "
— Lynda, 4/20/2012" This entire series is great in my opinion. Uplifting and spiritual in a way that I can relate to. "
— Jodie, 3/8/2012" In this book, I really liked how the story of Becky Wallace is evolving and I can't wait to read how it will continue in the next book. "
— Swantje, 5/12/2011" Loved it! All the books were amazing! "
— Kim, 5/7/2011" recommended by couple friends, but i found it very predictable and the main character whiny "
— Molli, 3/11/2011" I had a really hard time finishing this book. The author REALLY likes wordy analogies that slow the reader down. I'll finish the series, of course, but only because I want to know what happens in the story, not because I like the author's writing style. "
— Stephanie, 3/7/2011" Wow, they just keep getting better! "
— Tracy, 3/6/2011" Another good installment in the Yada Yada series. "
— Christina, 12/30/2010" This entire series is great in my opinion. Uplifting and spiritual in a way that I can relate to. "
— Jodie, 12/25/2010" In this book, I really liked how the story of Becky Wallace is evolving and I can't wait to read how it will continue in the next book.<br/><br/> "
— Swantje, 7/10/2010" Didnt realize this was part of a series. I hope it is ok to jump into the middle of the series and still be able to catch up. "
— Sarah, 3/27/2010" The theme of this book I think is Redemption. There is also a theme of Refreshing - that God makes our lives Refreshing. <br/> <br/>I enjoy the characters in this series. The reading is flowing and enjoyable. "
— Jo, 3/26/2010" recommended by couple friends, but i found it very predictable and the main character whiny "
— Molli, 2/4/2010" Just finished this one---concluding in the marriage of Avis and Peter, and the baptisms of YoYo and former prisoner, Becky Wallace--------and have book #4 in my hand. These ladies are my imaginary friends! "
— Ellie, 11/25/2009" These include her dislike for prayer group member Stu, her struggle to forgive the woman who invaded her house, and the fallout from her car accident. There are also several celebrations that keep the story from being a downer. <br/> <br/> "
— Deborah, 9/30/2009" I enjoyed this book.. The more I read the more I wanted to read!! "
— Jdubsgirl, 9/29/2009Neta Jackson’s award-winning Yada books have sold more than 800,000 copies and are spawning prayer groups across the country. Neta and her husband, Dave, are an award-winning writing team, best known for the Trailblazer Books—a forty-volume series of historical fiction with 1.5 million in sales—and Hero Tales: A Family Treasury of True Stories from the Lives of Christian Heroes (volumes 1–4). They live in the Chicago area.
Julie Rogers is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.