This week’s Newsmax Rising Bestsellers includes an explanation of the how and the why of the worst financial crash in Wall Street history and three others that deal with religious faith. Among the trio of theological offerings, one suggests embracing the slings and arrows that life often throws at us as a part of God’s plan. Another provides a glimpse of what one can expect in the afterlife, while yet another argues that masculine men are also a part of God’s plan. Newsmax’s novel of the week is the latest offering from an author known for his legal thrillers.
“1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History – and How It Shattered a Nation,” by Andrew Ross Sorkin (Viking)
This No. 1 New York Times bestseller is easily the definitive analysis of the nearly century-old Wall Street crash that ushered in the decade-long Great Depression. Sorkin was given unprecedented access to documents and records from the era, some only recently uncovered, to give readers the full flavor of the crash that resulted in lost fortunes. In addition to being a detailed historical record, “1929” is described as an “immersive, electrifying account of the most pivotal market collapse of all time.”
“Sorkin's vivid and forensic account . . . is a real eye-opener . . . a work of true scholarship, the fruits of eight years of research by Sorkin,” wrote The Financial Times. “’Nineteen Twenty-Nine’ will have a distinct place within the Great Crash/Depression genre, just as did ‘Too Big to Fail’ and for the same reasons — a people’s tragedy told through the lens of the leading players and their personalities, friends and families.” [Nonfiction]
“Embrace the Hit: A memoir of faith, resilience, and grace in life’s hardest hits,”
by Courtney Spencer (CNic Ventures)
Author Courtney Spencer told Newsmax’s Katrina Szish on “American Agenda” in a Christmas Eve interview that we should make the most of the setbacks that life often throws our way. Those unexpected, sometimes crushing blows are more than a teachable moment — they’re the hand of God shaping us into the person He wants us to be to serve His purpose. This is both Spencer’s memoir and a call to live life with courage, grace, and faith — a call to “Embrace the Hits.” “I have really enjoyed ‘Embrace the Hit’ by Courtney Spencer,” wrote Elizabeth Jenkins for Amazon. “Her memoire is truly inspiring. Spencer's writing style is delightful to read, and I've found myself underlining so much of it. I've even decided to order a few copies to give away as gifts. I definitely recommend giving this book a chance.” [Nonfiction]
“The Promise of Heaven: 31 Reasons to Get Excited About Your Eternal Home,” by Dr. David Jeremiah (Thomas Nelson)
If you have ever examined your surroundings, pondered your circumstances and thought to yourself, “there must be more to life than this,” you’re in luck. Author and Newsmax contributor David Jeremiah reveals in this instant New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers’ Weekly bestseller that there is more — a lot more.
In 31 short, easy-to-read chapters he answers all the questions we have (and those we didn’t know we had) about the final reward of heaven and backs then up by referencing biblical truths. Some of the questions he answers include:
- Will we remember our lives or each other?
- What happens to children who die?
- Will there be marriage in heaven?
- What if someone was cremated?
- Is there hope for those who died by suicide?
“I love the work of Dr. David Jeremiah and his ministry. This book was very uplifting and reminds the reader that earth is not our final home,” wrote Diane Stultz for GoodReads. “He ends the book with the question: ‘How will we know for sure that this reward is waiting for us?’ An easy read with many practical stories and examples.” [Nonfiction]
“Stand Firm and Act Like Men: Becoming the Man You Were Created to Be Instead of Who the World Says You Are,” by Joby Martin, with Charles Martin (FaithWords)
Calls from the left deploring what it describes as “toxic masculinity” are overwhelmingly common. And all too many men have responded meekly by complying. But this instant New York Times bestseller explains that there’s nothing toxic about being masculine — it’s all a part of God’s plan here on Earth. In 1 Corinthians 16:13 men are instructed to “be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong, and let all that you do be done in love,” and Pastor Joby Martin explains exactly what that entails. “Joby challenges men to lead with courage, humility, and faith,” said former Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow, now an author, speaker, founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation. “This book doesn’t just call you out — it calls you up: for your family, your team, and the world. For that, I’m truly grateful.” [Nonfiction]
“The Widow: A Novel,” by John Grisham (Doubleday)
In this latest, author John Grisham takes a break from legal thrillers, the genre he’s known for, to produce his first-ever whodunit. “The Widow” centers on a rural Virginia lawyer who’s down on his luck and short of cash when a wealthy widow walks into his office requesting an estate plan and a new will. She later dies of poisoning, and her lawyer is accused of her murder. He has to race to clear his name by ferreting out the real killer. “A captivating legal whodunit . . . [Grisham’s] nuanced portrait of Latch demonstrates his gift for constructing morally flawed yet sympathetic characters,” said Publishers’ Weekly. “The author’s fans will be galvanized by this impressive return to form.” [Fiction]
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