What If God Were the Sun?

I'm a believer in the afterlife and a fan of John Edward as a psychic medium. I loved his first book, "One Last Time: A Psychic Medium Speaks to Those We've Loved and Lost." But as a novelist...well, let's just say, I hope Edward doesn't quit his day job."What If God Were the Sun?" is too short (141 pages) to be considered a novel; it's more of a "novelette," or a long short-story. There is not enough action or character development to draw the reader in. Since Edward is first and foremost a psychic, and not a writer, the oversight might be understandable; however, a good editor might have tried to convince him that sometimes more is not only more, but necessary.Another drawback is the switching back and forth between characters and time. In this instance, the fact that the book is so short may have been a plus because it made it less of a task to figure out who was speaking now vs. who was speaking two pages ago.Like all good novels, there is a twist to "What If God Were the Sun?" and this one is handled adequately, considering the few pages allotted to set up and deliver it. Again, I just wish Edward had spent as much time developing his characters as he did trying to get across his point about the continuation of life after physical death.I would recommend this book only to people who are (a) believers in an aferlife and/or (b) fans of John Edward. Readers who are simply looking for good plot and character development will undoubtedly be disappointed.

I whole-heartedly recommend this book to anyone who experienced a loss of a loved one. This book helps explain how we are all connected to the after-life and allows us to maintain contact with those we've loved and loss. I recommend this book to anyone who has lossed a pet, or to someone who is having a hard time explaining death to a young child. What if God were the sun, it's such a simple concept. maybe he is!

When I began reading "What If God Were The Sun"? I thought it was too simplistic and not particularly interesting, however, by the time I reached the end I was crying, unashamedly. The book was touching and enlightening, and although very simply written, is an enrichment for all of the family. It is a treasure to keep and a story to share with our children and grandchildren. God bless John Edward.

Nice book, quick and easy read

This was required reading for a class, I would not have purchased it otherwise.

Heartwarming and heartwrenching, made me cry, made me smile,brought back memories, & touched my soul. Beautifully written,this book is a wonderful gift from the author and a wonderful giftfor anyone to give to any member of their family.Thank you John.

I don't like being required to write these with a certain amount of words. That is what makes me not even give a review. It keeps saying there is a problem with my review! ARGH!

Despite being a fan of the author, I struggled with this book. I was looking forward to reading it and thought, as I'd read his other books, this would be another I'd enjoy. Some fans might like it but I found it too cheesy.

so far not read book but is as described quick delivery ...

excellent cant fault it great read and book was in excellent condittion and if you want a light read then this the book for you

Predictable story line. Not one of his best works

John Edward, from his highly successful shows in the US, has been introduced to the UK market through the satellite channels, and now through his written word.This book, well written, introduced us to John Edward's life as a medium,how he first realised he had been given this gift, and how he has used it to help others.Amusingly, he tells how if someone needs to come through to him, even when he is not "on air", the voices within him do not stop until he has acknowledged them, and done something for the person who has passed over.The losses of members of his own family, his mother and grandmother,uncles and aunts, are told movingly, but truthfully.A believer in some form of afterlife before I read this work, I am firmly convinced now that I will be able to get a message back to my loved ones,and that there are good people out there, like John Edward, who will convey that message.Excellent work, moving in places, amusing in others.

I really enjoyed it. ( and I am not a great reader ) . it has a positive message to deliver. he is a very well spoken author.seems like some readers and authors just connect, and some don't .