Book 3), Someday (Sunrise Series-Baxter 3

As usual, this book was FANTASTIC! I always have a real serious letdown when I finish one of Karen's books and there isn't another one ready to pick up. She's one great Christian writer and I only wish she could turn them out faster.

Karen Kingsbury is the most awesome writer. I have read every book she has written and wait patiently for her next one. I feel like I am a member of the Baxter family and live in their town. Keep them coming, Karen!!!

We ordered from the LARGE PRINT books section and received regular print. I ordered 5 Karen Kingsbury book in Large print for my 90 year old Mom who suffers from early macular degeneration and has great difficulty reading regular print. We were both very disappointed. We live overseas and shipping was difficult and expensive.

I love the Sunrise series books. Reading about the struggles the Baxters went through, especially Dayne an Katy, was heartbreaking, but their faith always brought them through. The only thing I would have like added to this book was a confession to the paparazzi by Randi about what she had done to Dayne and why to clear his name. All Karen Kingsbury books are profanity free and have no sexual scenes. They all show faith on god even though all humans struggle and sin.

SOMEDAY by Karen Kingsbury, the third in the Sunrise series allowed us a glimpse at Dayne and Katy, a Hollywood couple the paparazzi are determined to break up. While SOMEDAY also touched on Luke's troubled marriage, Ashley's heartache from the death of her infant daughter, the loss of the CKT (Christian Kids Theater), and the growing relationship between John Baxter and Elaine, Dayne and Katy were the main focus.

The ups and downs of Dayne and Katy's relationship/marriage were pretty predictable. At times, I felt Katy's character was a little off the mark. Katy I feel is a person who loves with all she is. And at times, she seemed to give up too easily on Dayne. I appreciated the growth we saw in Dayne, and his desire to get right with the Lord.

I don't know what to think about Luke. Before the 911 scenario he was such a passionate, straight arrow type of person. Since then, he just seems to jump off the deep end whenever life gets tough. I found myself not liking him when he was portrayed as a husband not wanting to deal with the everyday family trials. He acts like he is trapped by his circumstances instead of embracing family life.

I am off to read the last in this series.

Newlyweds and movie stars, Dayne and Katie Matthews are on separate continents filming for their respective films. Even though they love and trust each other, doubts and fears begin to creep in. Then a tabloid prints a picture featuring someone who looks very much like Dayne frolicking with a female costar. Only Dayne knows the truth about the picture but he is sworn to secrecy. Will he ruin his new found reputation as a Christian and his marriage to protect the real perpetrator?

A few months ago, I felt like I was the only reader on earth who hadn't read a Karen Kingsbury novel. Then I picked up my first Baxter Family story and got immediately hooked. What I have enjoyed most about this series is the realistic portrayal of the life of a Hollywood actor. I'm ashamed to admit that I'm one of those who enjoy flipping through the gossip rags that are on display at the checkout counter. I like seeing what the stars are doing. So it was rather interesting to read what it's like from the celebrity's point of view of how damaging the paparazzi really can be. You never really think about how much the media can twist something into a lie. I really wanted to smack Luke while reading this book. As realistic as Dayne has been in the majority of the series, he struck me as kinda fake in this one. If I had been in his shoes, and my brother did something to make everyone in the world think I was a cheater and wreck my marriage, I would not be a happy camper. I'm not saying he should have punched Luke but it seem too easy to forgive him just like that. And Luke didn't really show that much remorse which made it more unbelievable that Dayne was forgiving like that. The stories involving the other members of the family were equally as riveting. I really like reading about John's growing relationship with Elaine. It's very romantic and touching to see two people with huge losses be able to come together and fall in love. I also enjoyed reading about CKT. I really wish we had one of those productions when I was growing up. I would have loved to be a part. I'm going to be sad to leave the Baxter family behind in the next book but as they say, "All good things must come to an end."

I've figured out something about Karen Kingsbury's storytelling skill. She is a master in foreshadowing. As I read Someday, I fell into that page turning trance that I tend to suffer from when opening one of her novels. With each chapter, I know something is going to happen that will rock the world of the characters and I somehow want to get to them to warn them, help them avoid it, because I've seen what Karen lets happen within the pages of her novels, and I know this isn't going to be good. Okay, yes, on one hand it's great because her characters grow and change...but the process. Aye-Yi-Yi!

Karen Kingsbury writes reality. I have a tendency, when life is really good, to look over my shoulder wondering if something lurks. Kingsbury incorporates that sense of impending upheaval into her books. My oldest daughter can't sit and read Kingsbury. She has to get up and pace on occasion.

If you haven't read her, and you like to be on the emotional edge of your seat....you might want to look into her. Blessedly she adds much hope to her stories and then pours on some grace. Someday is a tense continuation of the Baxter family saga. If you love the characters you will go for quite a ride.

I really, really loved this book! This is the kind of book that will warm your heart with inspiration and hope... If I had to summarize my feelings when I finished it, I would say I felt filled with HOPE. Hope for the future and faith in God's plans.
Dayne and Katy struggle to protect their marriage while living in the spotlight. Both, the reality show that they agreed to do and the tabloids start rumors that the couple is breaking up. This situation is especially hard on Katy, who starts wondering about their marriage. I love these two characters... and in this book they are so sweet and loving. They face serious problems, but they face them with love and faith.
Luke and Reagan also have a very complicated story in this book. I wish it could have been developed a little better. In the end, their story is a bit abrupt and we are not presented with many details. But I guess you cannot have all the details about every Baxter in a 350-pages book!
Elaine and John have some struggles as well... but everything works according to God's plans.
Other Baxters also appear in this book and other important things happen...but I don't want to spoil your reading... If you are a fan of this series you will not be disappointed...

Book Three of an Amazing series on the Baxter family by Karen Kingsbury. I totally enjoyed this series, and so did everyone else! This is the third book of the third series on the Baxter family. I suggest them ALL! However, starting on this third series will not leave you lost. Everything from the past is well explained. You will enjoy!

Excellent Book as are all her books. I can hardly wait for the 4th in this series. I will miss the Baxter family when the series ends.
Perhpas whe will find a way to continue with the family . there are so many choices with the many children in the family.

I like the way she brings in her readers as charcters in some of the books. you feel like they are your neighbors. It certainly doesn't always come out the way I thought or hoped it would which makes it very interesting.
Excellent reading for all ages.

I usually keep the whole set together and then pass it on to a friend in a nursing home so she doesn't have to wait months in beween publishing.
They then go into the Nursing home library.

Ruth Gielow

Cracking the Parenting Code: 6 Clues to Solving the Mystery of Meeting Your Child's Needs

Karen's book has brought my life warmth and joy and sweet insight. I really enjoyed this book as it brought the grace of God into perspective in my own life. Love it, love it, love it! I want to be a part of the Baxter family. Oh, I guess I am, everytime I read the Baxter's stories.

Karen Kingsbury is one of the best Christain fiction authors I have ever read. I have read all of the books about the Baxter family, the author really captures your interest in each member of the Baxter family. She takes each character and walks you through their problems and how they all come to know Christ (or renew their faith) and lean on him to help them through their lives. I have read the first series and have one more book to go on the Sunrise Series.

As always Karen Kingsbury brings great writing into our lives. The Baxter family has become a part of lots of people's lives. The solution of Katy and Dayne's problems with prayer and understanding is powerful. The entering of a new love into Mr. Baxter's life is proof that even tho we have lost a life partner, we can still find happiness with a future partner. Luke and his family are embarking on a new understanding relationship.
Ashley and her family are moving on after losing a precious daughter. Karen deals with reality in relationships and reminds that, after all, God is still in charge and trust in Him will keep us all in good hands.

Karen Kingsbury's Baxter family series is great! It is entertaining and you feel apart of the family, and know each character well. It is inspirational ,truly a great Christian novel encouraging us to follow God. Someday is at the end of the series, and it is just as good as the other books. It is really stirs the heart.

Karen kingsbury has to be my favorite authors. The way her stories come to life stirs emotions in my heart that words cannot describe. I love how every character's life is going and the way it ends in each book. The Baxters amazing relationship not only stubbOrnly with each other. Each book gets better and better.

Karen Kingsbury writes such realistic characters that as I read her novels, I find myself tearing up with the problems they experience. This Sunrise series is an especially good one as it deals with the Baxter family over a period of time. I can't wait to read the final installment that concludes the Baxter saga.

I add a caveat, however; the author write in sentence fragments, and this Drives Me Nuts!

I had not read much of Karen Kingsbury, but after this inspirational read she's got a new fan. Powerful plot, delightful dialogue, rich characters make this touching book a joy to read. I really could not put it down. Highly recommend it to anyone.

From the editor of Michele Cozzen's award winning women's fiction A Line Between Friends

I have read many of Karen Kingsbury's books, and "Someday" in keeping with her writing style touched my heart. In her book she deals with problems that people face each day, and how they are able to face them through their relationship with Jesus Christ. The fictional family, "the Baxters" have their share of issues to face. Stardom takes it's toll on the life of two of the characters, but their faith sustains them. In another member, God takes trajedy and uses it for good. I highly recommend this book to anyone, along with the author's other books.

Words cannot express the excitement I get when Karen Kingsbury releases a new book! I have read the entire Sunrise Series and can't wait for the next book to be released! I will be extremely sad when this series ends. The characters feel just like family! Karen, you are wonderful -- God has definitely blessed you with a special gift!

This series just keeps getting better and better. What an eye-opener for the pressures put on people who are famous. And, a great story of how a supportive family can help in circumstances that look unfixable. This lady writes the best fiction and I want this story to go on and on.