Newsmax Rising Bestsellers concentrates on “getting back to basics” in this week’s nonfiction selections. One first tells readers how to make their investments in a godly, biblical manner, while another attempts to answer some of the issues confronting parents in 21st century America. There is a depiction of the multi-front geopolitical and cultural war America is engaged in today, and one suggests to answer a question that emerges every four years: the importance of the Electoral College. For fiction enthusiasts, there is a mystery surrounding a sudden disappearance from a seemingly idyllic life.
“She Didn’t See It Coming: A Novel,” by Shari Lapena (Pamela Dorman Books)
This instant New York Times bestseller centers on a young couple who seems to have it all — great careers, a luxurious condominium apartment, a supportive circle of friends and a beautiful daughter. Then it all comes crashing down when the wife disappears from her own home without a trace or a hint as to where she may be. Then with each passing day, the facade of their life falls apart — career, condo, and friends. “I stayed up way too late on this one to finish and solve,” wrote L.A. in her GoodReads review. “This thriller hit all the highlights which I love about Shari Lapena’s books. She sets the mood by giving the audience a heightened feeling of suspense, anticipation and all those twists.” [Fiction]
“Biblically Responsible Investing: For God’s Glory And Your Joy,” by Robert Netzly (Robert Netzly)
“Biblically Responsible Investing” is a new movement in which Christians around the world already have made billions using their money in ways that reflect their values. It’s a movement that’s already being felt on Wall Street and in corporate boardrooms. The author explained that he “stumbled across” the concept of his investment strategy while working as a private portfolio manager at a large bank, when he realized that he, a pro-life activist, owned stocks in pharmaceuticals that manufactured abortifacient drugs.
“I’m a widow new to the investment world,” wrote Cynthia Hickok for Amazon. “But I’m 50-plus years into loving Jesus and this book puts the two together beautifully and clearly. It just makes sense that I steward my investments wisely like I steward my generosity. I’ve have been given time, talent and treasures to steward to God’s glory and the good of others. I want to live in ‘Biblically Responsible Investing.’” [Nonfiction]
“Family Unfriendly: A Critical Examination of Overparenting and Its Consequences,” by Timothy P Carney (Harper)
Today’s concept of raising children — enrolling them in numerous activities, protecting them from all mental and physical trauma, and getting them into the most expensive college they can afford — isn’t working out very well. The author has a better idea. Have as many kids as possible and raise them like parents did in the mid-20th century. Give them free rein, let them explore life and discover things on their own. As an added dividend, they’ll find that less structure leads to more fun, for both the children and the parents. “(Timothy) Carney was able to make his case without falling into old tropes of parenthood and gender stereotypes, but rather presented a thoughtful analysis on the culture around parenting,” wrote Drew Ryan for GoodReads. “I would highly recommend this book.” [Nonfiction]
“The Multifront War: Defending America From Political Islam, China, Russia, Pandemics, and Racial Strife,” by Kenneth Abramowitz (Dialog Press)
If you have the sense that the world is out to get you, your instincts are spot-on, according to author Kenneth Abramowitz, a threat analyst. And it’s not just external conflicts with adversaries such as China, Russia, and Iran. There is also the war internally against factions that want to change America from within. There are forces that want to abolish the Electoral College, get rid of the Senate and pack the Supreme Court. Once the threats are recognized, they need to be confronted, he argues. “In eye-opening clarity, Kenneth Abramowitz presents the facts along with his own opinions regarding all of the aspects of the current war affecting the free world from cyber warfare to physical wars,” wrote Steven Valenstein for Amazon. “He interconnects the various movements and how they work to downgrade our democracies in a way that helps one to better understand world events.” [Nonfiction]
“Why We Need the Electoral College,” by Tara Ross (Regnery Gateway)
The use of the Electoral College to elect the president and vice president has come under attack, especially after 2016, when Hillary Clinton lost her bid for the White House despite winning the popular vote. But that would be a huge mistake, says Tara Ross, who has lectured and written extensively on the subject. According to the publisher, she explains:
- Why the Founders established the Electoral College — and why they thought it vital to the Constitution;
- Why the Electoral College was meant to be more important than the popular vote;
- How the Electoral College prevents political crises after tight elections;
- Why the Electoral College doesn’t favor one party over the other;
- Why the states are the driving force behind presidential elections and how efforts to centralize the process have led to divisiveness and discontent;
- Why the Electoral College is inappropriately labeled a “relic of slavery.”
“This is a must read for any American desiring to know how that particular aspect of our government is designed to work,” said Colette in her GoodReads review. “I believe it would be highly beneficial for all Americans to read and understand this book.” [Nonfiction]
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