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| Title | : | Take One (Above the Line #1) |
| Author | : | Karen Kingsbury |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 352 pages |
| Published | : | March 5th 2009 by Zondervan (first published January 28th 2009) |
| Categories | : | Christian Fiction. Christian. Fiction |
Karen Kingsbury
Paperback | Pages: 352 pages Rating: 4.19 | 7800 Users | 339 Reviews
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Could they change the world before the world changes them? Filmmakers Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison left the mission field of Indonesia for the mission field of Hollywood with a dream bigger than both of them. Now they have done the impossible: raised enough money to produce a feature film with a message that could change the world. But as Chase and Keith begin shooting, their well-laid plans begin to unravel. With millions of dollars on the line, they make a desperate attempt to keep the film from falling apart even as a temperamental actress, a botched production schedule, and their own insecurities leave little room for the creative and spiritual passion that once motivated them. Was God really behind this movie after all? A chance meeting and friendship with John Baxter could bring the encouragement they need to stay on mission and produce a movie that will actually change people s lives. In the midst of the questions and the cameras, is it possible to keep things above the line and make a movie unlike anything done before or is the risk too great for everyone?"
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| Original Title: | Take One |
| ISBN: | 0310266165 (ISBN13: 9780310266167) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | Above the Line #1, The Baxters #15 |
| Setting: | Bloomington, Indiana(United States) |
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Ratings: 4.19 From 7800 Users | 339 ReviewsDiscuss Based On Books Take One (Above the Line #1)
Bailey and Andi are roommates at college. Andi grew up overseas as the child of missionaries. Andis dad, Keith, and his fellow missionary friend, Chase, are trying to make a Christian-based movie. They are filming in the town where Andi and Bailey are attending college. This film will be a test of their faith, as they are on an extremely tight budget. Bailey and Andi will also have their faith and character tested as they adjust to this new college setting.I like Karen Kingsbury's stories, but over time, they all start to seem a bit too perfect. It's very rare that her characters don't eventually get what they hope and pray for. The "above the line" phrase gets repeated often throughout this book--both in regards to character and in regards to professional entertainment work. In fact, it was repeated so often, I almost got tired of hearing it.Missionary buddies turned filmmakers,Keith Ellison and Chase Ryan, set out to make an independent film
Whelp, Karen Kingsbury, I know that you do love God, but Im not sure you really love those whom you dont seem to be Christian enough. Ive overlooked a lot of things because I like the heart of the Baxter family, but the blatant homophobia and general preachiness of this one finally lost me.
Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison, filmmakers, seek to bring glory to God.An impressive cast of characters. A community of believers who knew how to touch heaven, bringing it to earth.John Baxter, father and patriarch, leads his family. Each Baxter book reveals character worth emulating. To be invited to the Baxter Sunday meal would be equivalent to being asked to the White House.I loved this story with its twists and turns. It encouraged and challenged my faith. "A good feeling," resides with me now
Karen Kingsbury is perhaps my favorite all time author. I think I can officially say I've read and loved everything she has written. And this series now at 4 books, is no exception. They are quick light reads and reinforce Christian morality and principles.This series introduces us to a whole new cast of characters for Karen, while feeding our love for the best loved family in Christian Chic Lit, The Baxters. Many of the Baxters and others from that series make appearances in the new series. I
It was a warm and heartfelt story true to the style of the author. As always I had to stop and clear my eyes so I could continue reading. The message of how Gods love was woven into the story and the lives of its characters was done in a way that should inspire the readers to draw nearer to the loving God.
The first book of Karen Kingsburys Above the Line series was a brilliant take off platform for the series. Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison move from Indonesia to Bloomington, Indiana in hopes of producing a film great enough to make it to Hollywood. Many challenges strike up including: stubborn cast, relationship problems, and most frequently - lack of money. While Chase and Keith battle the movie making fight, Keiths daughter Andi faces her own struggles. She and her new roommate Bailey Flanigan,
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