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| 90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death & Life | 
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Sales Rank: 1086
Category: Book
Authors: Don, Piper, Cecil, Murphey
Publisher: Revell
Studio: Revell
Manufacturer: Revell
Label: Revell
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 208
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6
ISBN: 0800759494
Dewey Decimal Number: 231.73092
EAN: 9780800759490
ASIN: 0800759494
Publication Date: September 1, 2004
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Fascinating Story December 2, 2005
17 out of 19 found this review helpful
90 MINUTES IN HEAVEN: "A TRUE STORY OF DEATH AND LIFE" BY DON PIPER WITH CECIL MURPHEY
is the amazing experience of the author during and after a car wreck in which he died. He was declared dead by medics and ignored for ninety minutes while they cared for the other victims who were injured. During this time he experienced the bliss of heaven. Don vividly describes his amazing experience and his return to a life filled with physical pain. As a minister, he was able to share his experience and commute his pain in order to help others, especially ones who have had to endure the same excruciating physical treatments for severe injuries. As told by writer Cecil Murphey, Don's experience and the lessons gained are fascinating to read and uplifting to witness. I couldn't put the book down!
 Book is believable December 1, 2005
17 out of 19 found this review helpful
I not only have read Don Piper's book,90 minutes in Heaven,but I also attended a meeting where he talked about his experience and book,his personal story is better than the book,in his relating his story,he brings to life his experience in Heaven enough to where you believe him,I do believe in Heaven,and do believe that God can and does perform miracles like bringing Don back to life.I recommend his book,but I also recommend anyone that reads it needs to know the Word of God and know for sure from that.
 Title is a bait and switch November 25, 2005
55 out of 77 found this review helpful
This book begins with the accident that kills Don Piper, the author. Chapter 2 he "ascends to heaven" and begins his overwhelmed description of it. Chapter three he talks about the singing in heaven. And about 15 pages into the book, in chapter 4 he begins his descent to earth. The remainder of the book discusses in detail the trauma that his body, his mind, and his faith went through. So, the title suggests it is about heaven, when in reality, it is Piper's near-death experience and recovery.
First, the book is written poorly (in my opinion). The word selection and sentence structure seemed to dash all over the place. Thoughts seemed to unpack in a choppy way. So, it never really grabbed me and helped me move from beginning to end. This could be a preference thing!
Second, the title suggests the book is about 90 minutes in heaven. In reality, the majority of the book is about the trauma of Don Piper, post heaven. It frustrates me when people use heaven to get people to buy their book, and then talk about something else...bait and switch.
Third, heaven was all about Don the man. God was seldom talked about. It was all about being reunited with people you love, it was about the feelings and emotions you experience. When I read scripture, heaven is important because God is there, first and foremost. And the priority in heaven is Him, no one else. There was also this feeling that heaven is the sole purpose of being a Christian. Which is weird because, Christ seldom mentioned heaven as the purse of being in relationship with him.
Fourth, and last, the rest of the book the author talks about his troubles and depression that he endures. He finishes his story, and when the reader is done, you are left with a feeling of, why did I just read this book. He closes with a statement like, I hope my story helps you in the struggles you face in life. But, the layout of the book, and the focal points of the story kept me from really seeing or understanding the purpose.
Here is what I was hoping to find. If the author truly died, and experienced heaven, I was hoping the discussion would revolve around what he learned about God, and how it changed his perspective on all that he saw was important on earth. Therefore, when he "returns" he sees his life from a new perspective. Now, I understand that after a trauma, emotions rage and depression often ensues when stuck in bed for months. However, an experience with God's domain seemed not to change his perspective on earth - instead it made him grumpy that he couldn't go back. Also, if his goal was to help people get through tough times, share with the reader the hope, the struggle but success, the difficulty of faith and preservatives...not just your story. Point people back to God...not just heaven. All that may have been in the text, and I just missed it. From my perspective, I was disappointed. It is not the worst book I have ever read. But, I am not sure that I can recommend it.
If you are looking for a good book on the topic of heaven - check out Randy Alcorn's book Heaven.
 This book turned me to athiesm. November 10, 2005
5 out of 75 found this review helpful
I found the plot, subject matter, and storyline so outragously farfetched in the book that after reading the story I was forced to question my Christian beliefs. In fact, I credit this book with making me an athiest. The author has done a fine job in that his vivid, flowing descriptions of near death experiences (or NDEs) are quite similar to all other NDE descriptions. The author's pacing, style, and tone are superb. There is nothing wrong aesthetically with this book . . . it's just that it will likely make you see how silly some of your beliefs are after you read it. I would recommend this book without reservation because the world needs more athiests.
 90 Minutes in Heaven October 23, 2005
9 out of 13 found this review helpful
The sincerity and spiritual conviction of the author comes through every page and the description of heaven is encouraging and enlightening. The book would minister to anyone who is critically ill or is loosing a loved one. However, the editor needs to sharpen their pencil. There are incomprehensible sentences and needless exact repetitions presented almost word for word. When I recommend this book, which I have, I always mention the caveat that the content makes up for the poor presentation. Bottom line, this book is well worth reading to catch a glimpse of eternity, but if you're a careful reader, it's presentation will annoy you.
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