A Mile From Sunday

by: Jo Kadlecek

Published by: Navpress

Reviewed by Jamie Driggers

Jonna Lightfoot McLaughlin, the number one (and only) religion reporter for the Denver Dispatch, is just sure that there is "good news" to be had in the world of religion--and she is going to find it. Unfortunately, most of the news that comes in is ugly, or is simply another church potluck. But "God" continues to call (sounding rather whiney), the monks are being pretty secretive, the "place to belong" is full but lifeless, and that attractive community center director--can he be as good as he seems?

Aside from the nearly cliched need for chocolate and great hair, this single girl mystery is a fun read. The suspense, though creepy, still allows for a good night's sleep and there is just enough going on that readers aren't quite sure who is up to what. I love how Jonna can count on her big brother, and that she has some vices that she knows are frowned upon by the typical Christian church. She is very human and trying oh, so hard to grow in her faith, but the stress...does it count if the cigarettes are organic?

Armchair Interviews says: An inspiring, fun read.