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I recently had the honor of reading Sentinel: City of Destiny by Landel Bilbrey. Stay with me as I introduce you to the wonderful journey of this book and in the end I’ll give you an opportunity to receive this book too!
If you are the parent, grandparent, aunt, cousin or neighbor of a boy age 8 to 12 this book is, in my opinion a MUST HAVE! It’s whole purpose is to help guide and shape true manhood in the minds and hearts of boys. You could say it is a cross between Chronicles of Narnia and Pilgrims Progress, this intriguing story keeps boys actively involved while teaching them practical life information.
Chapters cover so many of the challenges and obstacles a boy will meet in life such as drugs, alcohol, self-centeredness, greed, envy, violence, failure, faith and much much more! You will follow 2 brothers on their quest to become men and find the 4 Keys that will open the gate at Sentinel (Vision, Courage, Integrity and Service). Their journey will be long and arduous with many twists, turns, triumphs and failures along the way.
As a mom I love the excitement and adventure this book offers my sons, but unlike many books of it’s kind it comes with ALL of the tools to completely equip parents for teaching and boys for deciphering and applying the lessons to everyday life. The direct ability to cross the adventures over into an everyday boys’ life is a key ingredient for this unique book!
The beginning of the book contains the map and legend, but it also has a note to parents and the Preface which digs deeper into the allegories throughout the book. The back of the book not only contains a glossary of words, but als an insightful and directional discussion section on key topics throughout the book. Basically, a devotional for families and young boys.
Since three of my boys fall within the specific age range for this book (though many older boys enjoy this book as well), I found it truly inspiring as I read it both from the perspective of my sons and as their mother. I have to say too that there were parts of the book where the message was so on target with what I deeply and truly want to see in my boys that I found myself with tears in my eyes.
Landel Bilbrey has very graciously offered one copy for all of you to enter to win! Entry is really quite simple:
- Leave a comment here but make sure to mention who you’d like this book for and what one thing you’d like him to learn about manhood.
- If you’re a blogger, it would be wonderful if you would link back to this contest letting everyone know about this wonderful book.
That’s it! This contest is open to US addresses only and commenting will close at 9pm on February 12. Oh and you don’t have to be a blogger to enter! Just make sure you let me know why you’re entering and you’re good to go. Oh and if you want this book now, feel free to click on the link at the top right of this contest to purchase it at a great price.
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February 4th, 2008 at 3:02 pm 1
I think I would Give this book to my cousin who is thirteen. I think I would like for him to learn that it takes a man to take responisbility for his own actions. By the way Shera, your blog looks so cute!!!
February 5th, 2008 at 12:23 pm 2
My son is 8 and after having two girls, I must admit, that he’s spoiled. I am reminded of this day in and day out by my older girls. (of course, I love them dearly too!!) Anyway, 18 months ago my son fell and fractured his kidney. We spent some quality time together in Children’s Hospital here in MN until he was ready to come home. We have a very close bond but the one thing I would like him to have most in his life as he grows up and moves on is Faith. Especially in hard times we have learned so much as my husband and I have grown in our Faith. All three of our children attend our church’s school and that was important to me to get the Christian education along with the regular R,W and A. I believe if he is faithful, there is nothing he can’t face!
Thanks! I’ll probably get this book if we don’t win it
February 5th, 2008 at 3:15 pm 3
I would love this book for my son. He is a very nice boy, but he is obsessed with being popular…since he is, I fear that sometimes his actions hurt the other boys he knows. I would like to see him grow in compassion.
thanks for letting us know about all these super products!!
hugs,
Holly
February 5th, 2008 at 3:35 pm 4
This would definitely be for my son, who is 12. There’s so much that I want him to learn about becoming a man, but my hearts desire is that he has a heart for God and knows how to show respect for others, especially ladies.
February 5th, 2008 at 8:34 pm 5
I’m going to post about this tomorrow at my book review/contest blog – A Book Blogger’s Diary
Hope that’s ok with you. Thanks!
February 10th, 2008 at 4:22 pm 6
I have a friend who’s son could use some encouragement. I’d love to win it for him. Count me in. bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
February 10th, 2008 at 5:07 pm 7
This sounds like a great book. I have an 11 year old son (my oldest) and we strive daily to help him grow into a well-rounded and grounded young man. I’d love to have this book, read it with him (if he’ll let me!) and work onthe journey together. Thanks for offering it to us!
mnatherson(at)comcast(dot)net
February 10th, 2008 at 5:26 pm 8
This would be a fantastic book to share with teens!
February 10th, 2008 at 8:18 pm 9
Hello, What a beautiful sounding book. Hopefully, my husband and I have taught our two sons much of what is in this book. Having this book to read and reinforce life lessons would be wonderful for them. Please enter me in your contest for this book that teaches the keys that shapes a real man! Thanks very much…..Cindi
February 11th, 2008 at 12:32 pm 10
I would like this for my son
February 11th, 2008 at 12:50 pm 11
I have 2 grandsons 8 & 10. There are alot of challenges growing up,But I hope they will be caring, respectful young gentlemen
February 11th, 2008 at 12:54 pm 12
I would give it to my twelve year old son so he could learn the proper way to treat others.
February 11th, 2008 at 1:01 pm 13
Sounds like a great book for boys! Wish Id have had it when my 16 yr old was younger!
February 11th, 2008 at 1:17 pm 14
I would like this for a friend of mine.
February 11th, 2008 at 1:25 pm 15
I would like to win this book for myself to read and my grandson. Many challenges to face growing up and I think he could benefit from some good reading. Thank you for this contest.
February 11th, 2008 at 1:44 pm 16
This book would be great for my 9 year old son! He definitely needs to learn some gentlmanly behavior.
February 11th, 2008 at 2:28 pm 17
For my son who is 10. He is encountering some of these issues now. As all moms wish for their sons .. to be a happy, healthy and , successful man in whatever they choose in life. If this book can make that journey easier for him to do that I would love it.
February 11th, 2008 at 2:41 pm 18
my son to be nice to women
February 11th, 2008 at 3:09 pm 19
My friend’ son –kindnesss
February 11th, 2008 at 3:23 pm 20
My boys would love this book.
February 11th, 2008 at 3:30 pm 21
I would like to win this book for my step-son. He still has a lot to learn.
February 11th, 2008 at 3:34 pm 22
For my boys, who sometimes need to be reminded that character comes from within, not from what is attached.
February 11th, 2008 at 4:02 pm 23
For my newborn son and for character.
February 11th, 2008 at 4:43 pm 24
my brother, who needs to learn to think of others
February 11th, 2008 at 4:50 pm 25
I’d give it to my neighbor’s boy and I’d like him to know that it’s okay if everyone isn’t his friend.
February 11th, 2008 at 6:17 pm 26
I would like this for my nephew ….to learn that certain things are more important than others
February 11th, 2008 at 6:47 pm 27
My nephew will get this – he’s too young now but I’ll hold it and give it to him when he’s ready.
February 11th, 2008 at 7:33 pm 28
I would get it for my boyfriend. He wants everyone to like him so bad, that he lies, all the time. About everything. About anything. I want him to know that if people cant love him for who he is, they wont love him for who he isnt. And his lying is ripping our family apart.
February 11th, 2008 at 7:54 pm 29
My son needs this!!
February 11th, 2008 at 8:41 pm 30
I would give it to my grandsons so they could learn the proper way to treat others.
February 11th, 2008 at 9:08 pm 31
I would give this to my 8 year old grandson. I would like him to learn that you don’t have to be tough to me a man; that it is ok to be sad sometimes.
February 11th, 2008 at 10:06 pm 32
I’d love to give this to my nephew, I want him to learn honesty and integrity are a big part of being a man.
February 11th, 2008 at 10:31 pm 33
As a Grandmother, I’d like my Grandson to develop the skills and self-confidence to know what is best for him and society, even if his peers think and act otherwise. Awareness of his own behavior(s), and respect for others, are vital in our multicultural world. While parents, relatives, schools and church families do their best to help a child learn and grow . . . we can all use expert guidance along the way.
February 11th, 2008 at 11:21 pm 34
This would be for my son. I would like him to grow up to be responsible and compassionate.
February 11th, 2008 at 11:35 pm 35
I would like to win this for my 12-year-old son. His father passed away when he was 3 1/2 and it’s sometimes difficult for me to relay everything he’ll need to know as he grows up. While he’s a great kid, I’d like him to learn and remember how to respect others–especially the girls.
February 12th, 2008 at 4:05 am 36
my son then the library- respect and kindness towards all
February 12th, 2008 at 6:20 am 37
i would love to read this along with my grandson in order for him to become a good man.
February 12th, 2008 at 6:23 am 38
I’d like this for my son and I want him to learn to develop his self-confidence and be able to show it outwardly so that he’s never afraid.
February 12th, 2008 at 6:49 am 39
I have a 10-year-old cousin who’s sadly way into the rap music and such. I think this would be a great gift for him (and my other 5 or 6 cousins approaching that age).
February 12th, 2008 at 7:03 am 40
My grandsons need this education
February 12th, 2008 at 7:18 am 41
I would love this for my nephew. He is a wonderful boy, and I want him to stay that way…LOL
February 12th, 2008 at 8:09 am 42
I think I would give this book to my cousin who is thirteen.
February 12th, 2008 at 8:39 am 43
I’d give it to my daughter’s preschool for their library, so all the parents could access it.
February 12th, 2008 at 8:52 am 44
I know several boys I could give this to, but I would probably give it to a friend’s son.
February 12th, 2008 at 10:52 am 45
I have a friend who has a son that would greatly benefit from this book as he is growing up. He is quite intelligent but a bit immature emotionally. This book would be a great help! Thanks!
February 12th, 2008 at 11:04 am 46
I would like this book for my 8 year old son. I’d like to see him grow into a loving, caring, well-rounded young man.
February 12th, 2008 at 11:57 am 47
This would be great for my 9-year old son. He will be having lots of question as he grows into a fine young man that I see in him and this book would be great for him to read.
February 12th, 2008 at 12:32 pm 48
Great book! This would be great for my 6 year old nephew. I’d like him to learn that a man makes mistakes, but he learns from those mistakes to help make him a better man.
February 12th, 2008 at 12:38 pm 49
I think my grandson would benefit from reading this book, he is 9, he is a good boy, but fibs a lot and doesn’t always listen when he should.
Thanks for the giveaway!
February 12th, 2008 at 2:54 pm 50
I would like this for my friend’s son. One thing I want him to learn about manhood is to know how to be strong but also sensitive.
February 12th, 2008 at 5:42 pm 51
I would like both of my sons to read this book. I would like mby boys to learn more respect for others.
February 12th, 2008 at 8:28 pm 52
My boys would love this book.
February 12th, 2008 at 9:43 pm 53
This would be good for my son who just turned 10. He needs to learn how to be a gentleman.