Jill Eileen Smith's latest book, When Life Doesn't Match Your Dreams, was a solid read. I have read some of Smith's fiction before (and it is very, very good), so I was intrigued about reading this nonfiction. It isn't what I expected, though, as each chapter begins with a creative fictional "what-if" piece. These are really well written, but at the same time, they take a bit away from the nonfiction, in my opinion. There is a lot of creative license here, and I found myself at times more interested in reading more of the fictional story than the nonfictional reflections. Smith did raise some viewpoints to ponder that I hadn't considered before, and this is great for reflection. Also, the questions at the end of each chapter would lend well to a book group, as well as just for personal reflection. I think this book is best read slowly, with time to ponder the message. Overall, this was a good read.
I received this book from the publisher, Revell, for the purpose of writing an honest review, but all opinions are my own.
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