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The Shack

Mackenzie Allen Philips' youngest daughter, Missy, has been abducted during a family vacation, and evidence that she may have been brutally murdered is found in an abandoned shack deep in the Oregon wilderness. Four years later in the midst of his Great Sadness, Mack receives a suspicious note, apparently from God, inviting him back to that shack for a weekend. Against his better judgment he arrives at the shack on a wintry afternoon and walks back into his darkest nightmare. What he finds there will change Mack's world forever.

Average Customer Rating:

4.7 out of 5

113 of 120 (94%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, November 6, 2009
By hwhisper from Tyler, Tx

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		2 out of 5
Information Value:		4 out of 5

"Excellent book. Provides another perspective of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit."

Review 2 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

read it., November 5, 2009
By tamtams from Los Angeles, CA

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		4 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"truly a life changing book. if you have ever wondered about God, or where the idea of God could ever possibly fit into your life, I promise that you will be able to take at least one thing away from this book that will clarify an understanding for the better. and if you can only take one thing, let me know, because I feel like I walked away with an entirely new perspective. I am so grateful."

Review 3 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, November 1, 2009
By angels7778 from Palm Bay, Fl

Value:		5 out of 5
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"I'm not sure what to say about The Shack, It made me look at love and the people around me and even myself in different way a much nicer way. I think everyone should experience it, because more than a story this book is an experience. I am so sorry for that person that reccomends you pass it up. I'll say open it again you may see it different!!"

Review 4 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, October 21, 2009
By wilhelmina58 from New Jersey

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"I enjoyed reading the book. At first I was a bit unsure about the contents, but I found that it raised some interesting questions and concepts about who God is and the type of relationship he desires with us. The book did not teach religion, but rather made suggestions as to our common place and our perils as members of the mankind. It was a very thought provoking read."

Review 5 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

The Shack, October 19, 2009
By holjes24 from Chicago, IL

Value:		1 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		1 out of 5
Information Value:		1 out of 5

"I recommend you pass on this one."

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Review 6 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, October 8, 2009
By Joaniebug from FL

"This is an excellent book. I already had a copy but loaned it out and ordered several more to give as gifts. When I first heard about the book I thought it sounded a bit wacky, but it is so well-written and the relationships are so genuine that it just gives you a good feeling and you won't want to put it down!"

Review 7 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, September 29, 2009
By scooty49 from Pittsburgh

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"This book was on of the most intuitive and creative works I've ever enjoyed reading. I've already begun reading it again, as I am sure I missed a great deal on the first go round. This book is about "God" and how one man views "Him: and the "Trinity". Since this is a mystery we cannot understand as mere mortals, it does help bring us closer to seeing God as a loving and caring Being. No matter what your Christian beliefs are, you will take away something worthwhile from reading this book.."

Review 8 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Wonderful!, September 21, 2009
By angela2800

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		4 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"This was probably one of the most inspiring books I have ever read. I bought 6 copies to hand out to friends. I think anyone who is struggling through a difficult time could find their calmness in this book. GREAT BUY!!!!"

Review 9 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Inspiring, September 15, 2009
By ao13 from NJ

Value:		3 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"What a wonderful way of portraying the relationship of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit to man. Even though it's fiction, I enjoyed how the author portrays their relationship with us. It's joy, not fear."

Review 10 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, September 7, 2009
By kathshep from Rochester, NY

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"Awesome read, life changing book, sad at first but wow! What an ending!! This book can bring a lot of thought, healing and restoration to peoples lives. We have purchased over 40 books to share with friends, family and strangers, and all we ask is that they past it on. It is all about a RELATIONSHIP. It is a book you will want to read again :)"

Review 11 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, September 7, 2009
By purepansy from Danville, IL

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"Hi!,This is a great book to boost your faith and to try to understand that, although God doesn't work the way we'd chose always, HE DOES love us and wants the best for us. Some difficult questions are dealt with in an easy to read, yet deeply. Also this is a great book for someone who has just lost someone he/she loves."

Review 12 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Great Read, September 3, 2009
By vvand from NJ

Value:		4 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		4 out of 5
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"Great book, really gets you thinking. Get it! This is the first book purchase for me from Overstock but everything I have purchased from Overstock in the past few years I have always been pleased with their products as well as their service."

Review 13 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, August 29, 2009
By kitcatkit from Martinsburg, WV

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
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"Loved the book. Went to a lecture on this book by a priest; very informative.Would recommend this book to anyone of any religion."

Review 14 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

The Shack, August 26, 2009
By tauruslu from Wantagh, NY

Value:		4 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		4 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"A most unusual book, but once you get into it, the reading is very intense. You feel part of his thoughts and feelings and you wish the advice he receives was possible for a better world. Enjoyed it much to my surprise."

Review 15 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

The Shack, August 26, 2009
By Sage5666 from WA

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
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"Incredible book.. would reccomend it to everyone.... definite food for thought."

Review 16 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Excellent, August 24, 2009
By amyrs92 from Mi

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
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"The book is great. The service to purchase and receive was so easy, convenient, and on time."

Review 17 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Amazing Book!, August 19, 2009
By MrsY2B from St. Robert, MO

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"This book is wonderful and difficult to put it down. I definitely would recommend this to anyone, no matter what your situation."

Review 18 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

I'm not a quitter, August 17, 2009
By kategriff

Value:		1 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		1 out of 5
Information Value:		1 out of 5

"I can count on one hand the times I have given up on a book half way through, but I gave up on this one without a second thought. Contrary to another review, I think it is, in fact, "preachy" and feels very self-indulgent and self-pitying. I agree with another review that it is poorly written. Very monotonous sentence structure makes it difficult to focus on not very interesting characters. I recommend giving it a pass."

Review 19 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Interesting concept, July 22, 2009
By Veghead

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		4 out of 5
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"Overall, this was an interesting concept for a book. I had never read anything like it before. It was a moving story and the idea that you could confront God to get your questions answered was pretty interesting. I have recommended it to several people and all have enjoyed it."

Review 20 for The Shack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

An excellent read, July 18, 2009
By AnnaV from Duluth, MN

Value:		5 out of 5
Entertainment Value:		5 out of 5
Information Value:		5 out of 5

"I read this book on the recommendation of several other people. It certainly gives you a lot to think about. Young doesn't "preach" but tells a story that can renew your faith in God and explain some of those questions that pester so many of us."

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