Prophet

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Summary: Great topic, good story.
Review: Frank Peretti has established himself as an excellent writer of fiction (see This Present Darkness), as well as non-fiction (with the Wounded Spirit). In this book he tackles some hot social issues through the story of a man's journey of awakening to who he is and what he stands for. The social comments regarding the media, and the way news is spun to meet the agenda's of the (usually liberal) owners of the media outlet, is right on the money and reflective of what we have seen recently in the 2000 Presidential race. In this story, the topic is abortion rights, and the plot involves a news reporter's choice between doing what he believes is right, and keeping his job and status as an anchor. The story is well written, and once you get a chapter or two into the book, it is hard to put down. I gave this book three stars in comparison to his other works, but it is an excellent read and well worth the time and effort to do so.

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Summary: Prophet - from the perspective of a 13-year-old
Review: I first stumbled upon Frank Peretti's work when my brother started reading them, and I must confess that he was instantly one of my favorite authors. Prophet might not be his best, but I would recommend it to anybody. It had my hooked until the end. All I can say is: Peretti, you've done it again!

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Summary: Caution
Review: I have loved everyone of Peretti's books that I have read but I had to put this one down half way through. I was reading it when I was in my mid teens and it was too much for me. I am sure I will read it and love it when I get a little older. Just one word of caution: this book is not for children or the faint at heart.

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Summary: Prophet - from the perspective of a 13-year-old
Review: I really enjoyed this book. The author, which is my favorite, has once again fabricated a spellbinding tale that will keep the reader guessing and wanting more. The ending was one of the best parts of the book and, to me, brought all the pieces together. If you liked this book, you may want to try The Oath, Peircing the Darkness and This Present Darkness, all by Frank Peretti.

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Summary: Peretti's Best Novel
Review: I've read This Present Darkness, Piercing the Darkness, The Visitation and all of Peretti's "younger" works (the Cooper family and the Veritas Project series). I say without hesitation that this is his best. Realistic and believable, it takes the most important social and political issue of out time and gives new perspective. While the overt supernatualism of his other novels is mostly consistent with my beliefs and literary tastes, the more subtle approach in Prophet takes us further in and makes us see and feel how close the supernatural world is to our own. While some people dismiss the dramatic displays in his other novels as artistic license or conjecture, the unexplainable in Prophet is of the type that is not only possible and likely, but hardly denyable. The reader feels that any of this can, and probably does, happen. I believe that impression is true, and that is why this novel works so well. The character is engaging and the issue is one of real controvery - none of us can afford to deny the importance of the abortion issue to the future of our nation, no matter which point of view you take. Balancing an engaging and important issue along with an compelling view of the news media world, the plot is entertaining as well as thought-provoking. The treatment of the supernatural brings in extra dimensions that make the characterization even better and provide new food for thought themselves. In short, I recommend this to anyone looking for a good thriller, a good character novel, a fictional treatment of the abortion controversy, or a fictional treatment of television news. It ranks as one of my favorites in all those categories.

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Summary: Incredible - A whole different facet of Peretti
Review: Incredible - A whole different facet of Peretti

After reading Frank Peretti's "Darkness books" as a young person, I was absolutely enthralled with this author; I could not wait for the next installment in that captivating series. I bought Prophet months before it was even released, and when I finally got my copy, I did not sleep for two days reading the thing. My first reaction was confused surprise - the idea that Peretti would shift gears away from a formula that had books flying off the shelves had never crossed my mind. When I finally got my brain around the fact that he was not going to trudge down a familiar path, no matter how successful it had been, I began to comprehend the brilliance of the novel I was reading. A compelling work dealing with professions that impact our lives and world, an inside look at the media and the political hotbeds others avoid, combined with a deeply personal story of family and individual character.

Frank Peretti has one of the most fascinating writing styles of our day, exceedingly entertaining, but more than that, powerfully meaningful. His work seems to operate on two levels, a compelling story that captivates the reader like nothing I have ever seen, drawing the audience on with pure enjoyment! But for the discerning reader, he weaves a theme of potent significance expanding the narrative beyond mere diversion into a masterful apologue that simply demands to be read.

Prophet may quite honestly be Frank E. Peretti's best work in a repertoire of dazzling masterpieces. Open your mind, open this book, and experience creative genius, intellectual dexterity, and moral salubrity.


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Summary: You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free
Review: PROPHET is a powerful novel that tells the story of one man's desperate search for truth in a deceitful and corrupt world. Frank Peretti has written a story that seeks to interpret the state of being that society is in and what needs to be done to bring society out of its destructive way of life.
John Barret is a news reporter who is suddenly faced with an immense burden when his father is murdered. He must embrace the power given to him from above to hunt down his father's killers and bring them to justice. His father was a prophet who foresaw his own demise and saw to it that he blessed his son before death took him so that his son could then use his inherited power to bring the killers to justice. John Barret then begins to see visions of doom upon the godless society in which he becomes the divinely appointed messenger of truth. In the course of the story, John Barret is reunited to his estranged son Carl who is angry at life and doubts the existence of meaning in the universe. Their relationship develops, and eventually Carl aids his father in his pursuit of justice against his father's killers. While aiding his father in this search, Carl finds purpose for living. In the end, it is implied that Carl will be the next Prophet in the Barret family line.
PROPHET is the first Frank Peretti book I have read, and it certainly won't be the last. The plot structure and character development are superb, and it delivers many thought-provoking concepts that tie into the story seamlessly. I give this novel 4 stars because the story is very heavy on dialogue and not very focused on edge-of-your-seat excitement. Still, suspense is a very strong presence in this story, and I found it difficult to put down. I recommend this story to anyone age 14 and up, due to some very mature and potentially disturbing subjects that are featured.

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Summary: Peretti at his best
Review: The literary style of *Prophet* isn't quite like some of Mr. Peretti's other works--no dialogue among angels and demons--but it's definitely my favorie of Frank Peretti's books. John Barrett, the main character, is presented as a real human being, a decent man with a unique set of weaknesses, someone to whom I can relate. He finds himself face-to-face with life-changing issues that disrupt his comfortable, high-profile world, and along the way he rediscovers the God who had been there all along.

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Summary: Prophet
Review: Through the investigation of the death of his father, John Barrett discovers his true calling. He seeks the truth with greater vengeance as he uncovers the plot behind his fathers death and the politcal corruption that is brought to light as he begins to understand who his father is. This book is one of mystery and intrigue and I found myself enjoying this book more than This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness simply because the characters were narrowed down to a few instead of the many incorporated in the other two. And I must agree with other reviewers that this was brilliantly executed although I would have liked to see more of the relationship between the main character and his son Carl. Though John Barrett knows his future and begins in his own way to prepare his son, the question is raised will son Carl pick up where dad and granddad left off? Only God knows.

I heartily recommend this book. It kept my interest in a way most other novels I've read didn't. Aren't we all searching for the truth?

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Summary: Expected more
Review: Very difficult time getting interested in this one. Tried to read it more than once. Loved This Present Darkness & Piercing the Darkness, but Prophet - just doesn't grab you like those will.