Genre:
Speculative Fiction
Publisher:
Thomas Nelson
Publication
Date: May 7, 2013
Rating:
4 Out of 5 Very Good
PROS:
Brings the Bible to life in an exciting way for kids; a good
alternative to secular books in the same market; discussable topics
for parents and children; edge of your seat suspense.
CONS:
After the first 2 books in the series, one wonders how long this
story will continue. There is a 4th
book in the future, which I am hoping will bring the series to a
close.
Jonah,
Eliza, and Jeremiah Stone have had an interesting year, to put it
mildly. When they first found out that they were quarterlings (part
angels), and that there mom was a nephilim, they had no idea what
that would en-tale. After talking with their parents, and delving in
to the scriptures, they are starting to grasp what that true meaning
is. Slowly over time they have come to realize what their special
talents or gifts are that they have been blessed with, and gradually
they are learning how to use them.
For
better training, the kids are enrolled in Angel School, where they
have classes with others that are like them. A type of boarding
school, where they are away from their parents and families, they all
enjoy tasting a bit of freedom, sneaking out and doing what they
wish. The first term was a breeze, but this second one is proving to
be harder than Jonah imagined. Mid terms are right around the
corner, and now he is dealing with a skin issue. No one has ever
seen a case of the Pimples as bad as Jonah has them! To make matters
worse, there is definitely evil lurking around, and it seems to be
targeting him and his friends.
With
Jonah the target, Abaddon's forces continue to test him, turning his
friends against him. His anger rages, and the decisions he makes
seem to be making matters worse. Afraid he will lose his friends and
family, Jonah seems to be spiraling out of control. The big question
remains...will he pass his exams, keep his family and friends safe,
all while keeping his relationship with Elohim where it should be?
With deep spiritual battles raging, Jonah's toughest days are yet to
come!
In
true Law form, Shadow Chaser
continues down the adventurous path where the first two books of the
series ventured. Just as we think we have all the answers, or truly
know the characters and their way of thinking, Law takes us deeper
into their lives and shows us glimpses we have yet to see. Some new
characters are introduced, and blend quite nicely into the story.
While some of their personalities and quirks tend to rub the reader
the wrong way, isn't that a sign of a gifted author?
I
love how the series continues to be peppered with scripture, fully
backing up and affirming the credibility of what is taking place.
The scenery is described so vividly, I could actually “see” the
shadows lurking around Jonah, and imagine what the boarding school
looked like.
My
only downside to this series, is that after 3 books, I wonder how
long the author can keep the story going. Kids today have shorter
attention spans, and seem to lose interest quickly in many things.
Long series seem to be a thing of the past, and I am hoping book 4
will be the last. It would be nice to have things wrapped up neatly
so readers can feel a sense of finality, without bailing on the rest
of the books to come.
**I received this book in exchange for my honest opinion**
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