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Angels in the ER

February 4, 2009 by Carrie

Contrary to what you might think from the title, Angels in the ER: Inspiring True Stories from an Emergency Room Doctor has very little, if anything, to do with supernatural beings floating through the Emergency Room in this South Carolina hospital. Instead the author, Dr. Robert Lesslie, is referencing the human beings (doctors and nurses and everyday people) as having risen to challenging situations and occasions to act mercifully towards their suffering fellow man.

If you enjoy watching medical dramas on television, then you will absolutely love Angels in the ER. Published by Harvest House, this book does have scriptures at the beginning and ending of chapters and Dr. Lesslie is obviously a Christian. However, that doesn’t really creep into the story at all and could be easily overlooked if you prefer your medical dramas to have a more neutral feel. This book reminded me personally of the old “reality TV” show, Rescue 9-1-1 hosted by William Shatner. I used to watch that show all the time with my mom and brother.

I thought Dr. Lesslie did an excellent job telling stories of some of his experiences in the ER room. I can’t say that I typically seek out medical books these days, but this one was thoroughly enjoyable. His stories are tied together well in a manner that keeps you on edge wondering what the outcome of various patient situations are going to be. He also ties in moral conclusions to some of his stories, primarily when it comes to the dangers of drinking and driving.

Again, if you like medical documentaries, dramas or thrillers – this book will be right up your alley. As the back cover states:

“In these true stories – some thoughtful, some delightful, some heart-pumping – you’ll see close-up the joys and struggles of people like you.”

The publisher of this book, Harvest House, has graciously agreed to give away one copy of Angels in the ER to one of our readers (U.S. Residents only please). If you would like to win a copy, leave a comment below. We’ll announce the winner on February 11.

The winner of Where the Heart Leads is #102 Miss Heidi.

Carrie comes by her book obsession honestly, having descended from a long line of bibliophiles. She blogs about books regularly at Reading to Know.

Filed Under: Carrie, Non-Fiction

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Comments

  1. McKim says

    February 5, 2009 at 11:57 am

    Looks like a very interesting read. Would love to win!

  2. Sarah says

    February 5, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    Sounds like a good read.

  3. Linda Howard says

    February 5, 2009 at 1:30 pm

    Please enter me. I would enjoy reading this book. Thanks!

  4. Christine says

    February 5, 2009 at 2:05 pm

    This sounds like an interesting read. Thank you!

  5. Ruby says

    February 5, 2009 at 4:02 pm

    Sounds like a good book to read… count me in!

  6. jayne says

    February 5, 2009 at 4:27 pm

    Sounds like a great book! thank you so much!

  7. Angela J says

    February 5, 2009 at 5:08 pm

    I’d like to read this.

  8. Susan Smith says

    February 5, 2009 at 5:09 pm

    sounds like a nice book

  9. Don says

    February 5, 2009 at 5:59 pm

    Looks like a great book….thanks.

  10. Gary Osborn says

    February 5, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    Wooo Hooo Make me a winner!

  11. david basile says

    February 5, 2009 at 7:45 pm

    true stories sound good

  12. Anita Yancey says

    February 5, 2009 at 8:08 pm

    Would love to read this book. Please enter me.

  13. N Moyer says

    February 5, 2009 at 9:42 pm

    Sounds Interesting

  14. Terri D says

    February 5, 2009 at 10:39 pm

    Please count me in on this gread read.

  15. sandytee says

    February 5, 2009 at 10:57 pm

    I really believe there are angels in the ER.

  16. geekbearinggifts says

    February 6, 2009 at 1:46 am

    Thank you for the offer! This books sound like just my kind of good read.

  17. Cathie says

    February 6, 2009 at 4:07 am

    It sounds like an interesting book. Thank you for the chance to win it

  18. Linda says

    February 6, 2009 at 8:32 am

    My family has had enough experiences in the ER to know this is true

  19. nicole belletiere says

    February 6, 2009 at 8:57 am

    This sounds like an awesome read

  20. Mary Casper says

    February 6, 2009 at 6:58 pm

    thanks for the chance

  21. jwb says

    February 6, 2009 at 10:14 pm

    This sounds fascinating, with not a lot of brow-beating religious overtones. The spirituality comes across as very light-handed, which I appreciate.

  22. Sarah says

    February 6, 2009 at 10:43 pm

    Sounds like a very interesting read! Thanks for a great giveaway!

  23. Kathy Scott says

    February 7, 2009 at 8:12 am

    I totally believe in angels and I would love to read this book.

  24. Dave says

    February 7, 2009 at 1:04 pm

    With the public media constantly reminding us how much evil mankind is capable of, it’s nice to see a book that reaffirms the intrinsic goodness in people. If only everyone exhibited such kindness and mercy to their fellow man, this world would be such a better place. Thank you for the great give-away.

  25. Sandi Smith says

    February 7, 2009 at 3:24 pm

    Having had to go through a couple of ER situations, I have nothing but awe for the people I have met there and who have assisted me back out the door.

  26. Vicki Wurgler says

    February 7, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    sounds interesting

  27. Angela C says

    February 7, 2009 at 9:37 pm

    Ohhh, this book looks great! I’m in! THANKS!

  28. Delores says

    February 7, 2009 at 11:00 pm

    please enter me

  29. Bettina says

    February 8, 2009 at 12:30 am

    This book sounds really good!

  30. Molly Capel says

    February 8, 2009 at 5:16 am

    Looks like a great book!

  31. ky2here says

    February 8, 2009 at 11:19 am

    Sounds chilling and delusional – I’m in.

  32. Kim H. says

    February 8, 2009 at 4:34 pm

    I work in the medical community and love to hear real stories.

  33. Wanda says

    February 8, 2009 at 6:59 pm

    I so love this type of goodies. These stories are amazing. Thanks for the prize.

  34. Jennifer Hedden says

    February 8, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    enter me

  35. Chrysa says

    February 9, 2009 at 12:28 am

    Looks really interesting!

  36. Terra Heck says

    February 9, 2009 at 6:43 am

    I’d like to read this book.

  37. Erma says

    February 9, 2009 at 7:04 am

    I would love the chance to win, thanks.
    [email protected]

  38. Annette says

    February 9, 2009 at 12:01 pm

    Sounds good

  39. veronica sandberg says

    February 9, 2009 at 12:09 pm

    want to win this

  40. Marion B says

    February 9, 2009 at 1:49 pm

    Sounds like a good book!

  41. Jason Nickolay says

    February 9, 2009 at 3:49 pm

    This sounds like a great book to read on a snowy afternoon.

    [email protected]

  42. Jeane Howell says

    February 9, 2009 at 6:40 pm

    The medical personnel who work in the ERs do some
    of the most difficult work of all medicine. The
    stress could be overwhelming, but I’ve never seen
    anyone let it show. I would be delighted to win
    this book.

  43. Ed Nemmers says

    February 9, 2009 at 7:06 pm

    Happy Monday!

  44. Gary W. says

    February 9, 2009 at 7:11 pm

    I just have to WIN this book, my wife would love it!!! .. Thanks!

  45. Brenda Park says

    February 9, 2009 at 9:18 pm

    I would love to read this, thanks so much for offering it in this giveaway.

  46. Greg R says

    February 9, 2009 at 11:15 pm

    Looks like a good read hope to win!

  47. Robert R says

    February 9, 2009 at 11:26 pm

    looks good…thank you

  48. Jennifer Jozwiak says

    February 9, 2009 at 11:49 pm

    I hope I win, I would love to read this.

  49. Melanie says

    February 10, 2009 at 12:06 am

    My dad was a paramedic, so I have always been interested in stuff like this. :]
    Count me in.

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