Not Easily Broken: A Novel

By T.D. Jakes

Book Overview

From New York Times bestselling author T.D. Jakes, comes the story of a couple whose marriage moves toward destruction propelled by dramatic life changes. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0446576778
• ISBN13: 9780446576772
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: FaithWords
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.9" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

No Man Put Asunder

Not Easily Broken is another captivating, thought-provoking, spiritual lesson hidden in words woven by T.D. Jakes. Sometimes when we grow up lessons that we are taught by our parents, stay with us a little longer than we would like. Our dreams that we have for ourselves when we are growing up is not always the path we take. Clarice and David Johnson had been married for fifteen years. Though they went through the motions of being married and successful in their careers, something was lacking. Due to a horrible mistake, they were in a very bad accident and this is when God saw the opening to teach a lesson. Clarice had listened to her mother tell her for years to be dependent on only herself. Due to this, Clarice pushed herself to be one of the best real estate agents at the firm she worked. She did not understand why David would not give up his custodial business and do something more promising and showcase his potential. Never really learning how to depend on someone else drove Clarice into a dark place when the accident happened. It also gave her time to reflect on herself David gave of his self to everyone, from his employees that did not have any skills to the children's little league baseball he coached. The one person he tried to care for the most was not very receptive of his natural caring and giving nature but that did not stop him from trying. When someone else started to take notice of this rare quality, David found he liked the attention. T.D. Jakes has woven a story of love, loss, and love again. Sometimes we have to sit and reflect on things that God wants us to heed, but when we are not receptive He can be rather funny in the route He takes to teach us. I recommend this to a reader that is not used to listening and compromising. Jennifer Coissiere

Heartwarming and Real!

T.D. Jakes' book is timely and engaging! Each page will have you yearning for more. Not Easily Broken book proves how, no matter how earth shattering the struggle, God is still a God of healing and restoration within marriages. I highly recommend it; excellent read! -Kimberley Brooks, author of "He's Fine...But is He Saved?"

The plot keeps you moving!

I can count on one hand the number of fiction books I've read in the last 10 years, but I couldn't put this one down! It captured my attention from the very first page, and I could relate to the characters immediately. I read it in two evenings. You'll want to keep going to see what happens, especially after the book takes a surprise turn. The other reviewer is correct...it's real without being preachy. And it should speak to the hearts of married women, esp. those of us with good men that we sometimes take for granted. Grab the book, light up the fire, get a cup of coffee, get the kids to bed, and have at it! A great book!!!

Terrific dialogue, good look inside a crumbling marriage

Not Easily Broken by T.D. Jakes is the first book I've read by the bishop, but I'll definitely be returning for more! Dave and Clarice Johnson's marriage is shaky to begin, but after an accident shatters Clarice's leg, it appears that their relationship may also be destroyed. Dave is drawn to Clarice's physical therapist, Julie, and things begin to spiral out of control. I was moved by the in depth look Jakes gives to both spouses' sides of the story without excusing either of them. One of the strongest elements of the book is the realistic dialogue. Jakes captures conversations, flirtations, and fights with equal strength, and it really brings the characters to life. He also incorporates God into the story without being preachy or forcing the characters to act in ways that seem unrealistic.

Powerful! This is the

People won't be able to stop talking about this one. "Oh, no he didnnnt" is what they will be saying. T.D. Jakes is a master at telling powerful stories and this book is one of the best ones yet. Get your tissues out when you read this one and don't hate when you read what the brother is tempted to do. This book is sure to stir some feathers and make you appreciate the scripture "love never fails" in a brand new way. Can't wait for the movie! Pam Perry Chocolate Pages Reviewer [...]