“I don't usually read non-fiction and yet I really enjoyed this book. The author is very humorous and writes in an entertaining style that enthralled me. Several times I laughed out loud at the descriptions presented on everything from housecleaning ants to the Wilos lack of a word for `no'. Steadfast in his faith, the author sets out to learn the language and customs of an Amazon tribe who requested missionaries to teach them about 'God's talk'. He faces witchcraft in action, tribal traditions and dangerous situations while struggling to learn the Wilo language.
I wish the author had included more about his courtship with his coauthor since they met in the jungle and continued the work together, but perhaps that's a subject for another book.
This book would interest anyone who ever wondered what a missionary's life is about. It entails some of the harsh decisions missionaries face while preparing people to receive God's Word and tells of the joys of salvation by a people who waited over 25 yrs to learn how much God loves them. Even if you've never had the urge to travel this foreign path, this book will bless you with hope in the knowledge that the Gospel is being spread.”
Anita Mae D wrote this review Wednesday, April 6, 2011.
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