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Summary: Adds perspective tothe September 11th tragedy
Review: I read this book before the events of September 11th. Although there were a few things in the book that I did not agree with, I carried many profound lessons forward from the book. When I first saw the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, and the air thick with dust, I was also filled with the certainty that we were also viewing the presence of multitudes of angels, there to help the unfortunate victims. This book is about the battles of good vs. evil, and the difference we can make through our thoughts and prayers. In one memorable scene, an angel was asked why a demon was not routed out of a woman's life. His reply: 'He has a right to be there; he was invited in'. How often do we, in essence, invite demons into our lives, rather than forbidding their presence? And, how often do we remember to praise and give thanks for the blessings given to us?
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Summary: A Spiritual Wake-Up Call
Review: What a rivetting, thought-provoking reminder that we war not against flesh and blood but against the spirits and the Prince of the air (Eph. 6:12). Once again, in keeping with the spirit of "This Present Darkness," Peretti has skillfully pictured what takes place around us every day, unseen and seemingly un-noticed. I found myself looking forward to the daily moments that I would be able to sit down and read "Piercing the Darkness" uninterrupted. With each delightful turn of the page, the words captured my undivided attention, while challenging my spirituality. I found myself wanting to pray for the persecuted Christians, wanting to reach out to them in Christian support; but then I had to remind myself that it was just a book! Never before this book have I seen such a beautiful, rapturous description of receiving Christ as one's Savior. Peretti has given his readers a rare, yet human, glimpse at what it just might be like when Jesus redeems another soul to Himself. What a challenge this book has given me to pray with more fervor, to boldly come before His throne, to rejoice in His love and the protection of His children. I hope and pray that Peretti continues to write such challenging material.
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Summary: Wow!
Review: Again, the angels and demons are stereotyped, but that is hardly noticeable in this gripping page-turner. The plot, which follows the bizarre occurences surrounding one young woman, grabs the reader by the throat and dares him to stop reading! This book just does not stop! Every page is dripping with suspense--from the very beginning to the jaw-dropping final revelation! While the New Age fears shown here may seem dated, _Piercing the Darkness_ never falters (even in the obligatory Salvation scene), and serves as a perfect example of what Christian thrillers ought to be. An absolute must read.
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Summary: captivating
Review: One of best written novels that I have ever read. I will read more of his books. The book has been passed around our family and friends so much, we lost track of it. I am purchasing another copy so that a new friend can read it. I found it captivating. I felt so many emotions while reading it, that I haven't been able to shake this book that I read 6 years ago. Marvelous book, if it isn't a best seller, it should be. My brother started the circle of reading this book, he is a pastor and raved about it. Frank has won over 6 fans from us and I'd say it needs replaced anyway.
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Summary: piercing
Review: I was totally captivated! Wonderfully written. I will read more books written by Frank Peretti.
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Summary: Riveting page-turner
Review: In PIERCING THE DARKNESS, Frank Peretti creates a successful follow-up to his popular first novel THIS PRESENT DARKNESS. PIERCING THE DARKNESS is a spiritual thriller telling the story of the sleepy town of Bacon's Corner, and the sinister things going on just below the surface. This novel was suspenseful, well-written, and inspiring but not saccharine. Peretti has a gift for writing about Christian topics without getting too preachy or formulaic, and this book had a good balance of imagination and Bible-based truth. This book holds its own alongside such popular authors as John Grisham and Michael Crichton, but also delivers a valuable perspective on Christian life: the interaction between the physical and spiritual realms. This book is entertaining, but beyond that, it is thought-provoking. I would highly recommend this book, as Frank Peretti is probably the most talented christian author of fiction I've read. However, if you haven't read THIS PRESENT DARKNESS, I would recommend starting there first.
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Summary: Gripping and Encouraging
Review: I read the book, "This Present Darkness", by Mr. Peretti and immmediately went for this book. It is just as hard to put this book down as the first of the two was. Mr. Peretti's writing is so gifted that I am able to come up with the people, scenes, etc. from the story. I have this one in my library and this is one of the ones that I take with me when I go on trips. I cannot get enough of this book and "This Present Darkness". I will enjoy this book for as long as I can read it.
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Summary: This work captures the attention, but is thematically flawed
Review: Frank Peretti excels at writing gripping suspense fiction about a universe in which the battle between good and evil takes place on a spiritual plane which is both literal and personified. If one undertakes to read the story as fantasy fiction, it is more satisfying than much work in this genre. Peretti's work, however, is encumbered by the heavy-handed themes he imports into the novel. Peretti's goal is to portray new age ideas as not merely unsound, but literally demonic. Although the literal way in which he melds this theme into his plot makes for reasonably satisfying genre fiction, the novel is distinctly unsatisfying as a work of spiritual inspiration. Mr. Peretti's dogged fictive separation of the sheep from the wolves lacks the spirit of Christian charity which is the theoretical point of the work. One is reminded somewhat of Ayn Rand's work--Ms. Rand was frequently so intent on making her particular points about the virtues of selfishness that otherwise enjoyable popular fiction was weighed down by "lumpy-faced" socialist villains as stick-figured as a tinkertoy. Similarly, Peretti hands out damnation and orthodoxy with such a determined hand that the work must be deemed off-putting if absorbed as other than a work of fantasy fiction. This is a work aimed for the evangelical Christian audience, but its tone is distinctly unbeatifical. It's not a bad read, but it's not good theology, either. Given that Mr. Peretti has a talent for a crackling good yarn, one wishes that this novel were not so laden with easy conclusions and flawed metaphor. I give this one 2 stars because the author knows how to write fantasy, but this is a disturbing work, which definitely brings Mr. Peretti's sword rather than any peace to the issues of religious diversity. I do not recommend this work unless you are willing to overlook poor theology in the pursuit of a good fantasy read.
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Summary: Sequel expands warfare into intricate conspiracy plot.
Review: A woman with a mysterious past on the run, a Christian School and Ministry under demonic attack, a young girl apparently possessed. How does it all come together? Frank Peretti's nightmarish conspiracy thriller will undoubtedly keep you on the edge of your seat until you find out. Worthwhile and recommended.
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Summary: Not to be taken literally
Review: A great piece of fantasy. However the content should not be believed by Christians to be an accurate portrayal of activities in the spiritual realm as it does exceed any such description found in the Bible.
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