Flabbergasted

"Flabbergasted" is one of the most quirky, interesting stories I have ever read. I cannot recall having laughed so much or so hard while reading a book since the last time I read one of Erma Bombeck's books.
Jay Jarvis is a single, eligible, stock-broker bachelor who has just recently moved to Greenville, South Carolina. Not interested in church other than to meet eligible bachelorettes, Jay meets the girl of his dreams, Allie, on his first visit to North Hills Presbyterian Church.

Unfortunately for Jay, Allie is not easy to get to know. Jay will embark on a strange journey domniated by the color lime green, a row of numericals, a less-than-punctual preacher, a pirouette of the gospel, and a multi-hour ride into the Ecudorian jungle. As show more Jay learns more about Allie and who she is, he will learn about who He is.

"Flabbergasted" is a Christian, coming-to-the-Lord novel. However, this is not your normal salvation tale. Ray Blackston, in his first book, has created a wild and imaginative story that will have you laughing, keep you guessing, and make it difficult for you to put down. show less

In Ray Blackston’s first novel, we are introduced to Jay Jarvis, a stockbroker looking for love. Jay gets involved in the church singles scene in his new town and discovers a new relationship with God. This novel is unique in the fact that it is “chick lit” from a guy’s perspective. I enjoyed this book along with its sequels. The spiritual journey the character takes is just as adventurous as his quest for love.

I totally enjoyed this book. It is the first I have read of Ray's books., but it definitely won't be my last. I found my self laughing out loud in many parts. Because I often read while we travel, my husband would say, "what are you laughing at, what's going on now". I must say, he enjoyed almost as much as I did. When we finished the book, he asked if Ray has any other books out there, to which I answered, I don't know but I will soon find out. Thanks Ray, you made our trip a little brighter.

I absolutely love this book. It is a quick read, and it's fun and light-hearted. You will fall in love with the characters. Ray Blackstock did a great job on this book!

Churches outnumber bars 20 to 1 in Greenville, South Carolina---so that's where new-in-town stockbroker Jay Jarvis sets out to meet women. But after a weekend beach retreat with a bevy of bewildering believers---including one particularly captivating brown-eyed missionary---will this searchin' single non-Christian "invest" in their God?

Could be spoilers. This was a sweet book with mostly nice characters & not too realistic.

Dnf. This was a freebie my husband picked up but it didn’t interest me.