Infidel–Graphic Novel: The Lost Books Series by Ted Dekker

by admin | Nov 21, 2008 | Books

It’s the 21st, time for the Teen FIRST blog tour!(Join our alliance! Click the button!) Every 21st, we will feature an author and his/her latest Teen fiction book’s FIRST chapter!

Thomas Nelson (November 11, 2008)

Ted is the son of missionaries John and Helen Dekker, whose incredible story of life among headhunters in Indonesia has been told in several books. Surrounded by the vivid colors of the jungle and a myriad of cultures, each steeped in their own interpretation of life and faith, Dekker received a first-class education on human nature and behavior. This, he believes, is the foundation of his writing.

After graduating from a multi-cultural high school, he took up permanent residence in the United States to study Religion and Philosophy. After earning his Bachelor’s Degree, Dekker entered the corporate world in management for a large healthcare company in California. Dekker was quickly recognized as a talent in the field of marketing and was soon promoted to Director of Marketing. This experience gave him a background which enabled him to eventually form his own company and steadily climb the corporate ladder.

Since 1997, Dekker has written full-time. He states that each time he writes, he finds his understanding of life and love just a little clearer and his expression of that understanding a little more vivid. To see a complete list of Dekker’s work, visit The Works section of TedDekker.com.

Here are some of his latest titles:

Chosen (The Lost Books, Book 1) (The Books of History Chronicles)

Adam

Black: The Birth of Evil (The Circle Trilogy Graphic Novels, Book 1)

Saint

Product Details

List Price:$15.99

Reading level: Young Adult

Paperback: 136 pages

Publisher: Thomas Nelson (November 11, 2008)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1595546049

ISBN-13: 978-1595546043

AND NOW…THE FIRST TWO PAGES:

(Click Pictures to Zoom!)

MY REVIEW:

I will begin by admitting that I never finished reading Infidel–Graphic Novel: The Lost Books Series. I guess I’ve outgrown my comic book years. I would much rather read one of Ted Dekker’s books in print form. I prefer to form my own visual images, thank you.

That being said, I will admit that the graphic novel is visually appealing – colorful and slick and of top quality. I am sure it would be very appreciated by most teens and tweens. I plan to pass my copy on to the teen son of good friends.

The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips by Stephen Baldwin & Mark Tabb

by admin | Nov 19, 2008 | Books

This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips
FaithWords (November 5, 2008)
by
Stephen Baldwin
&
Mark Tabb

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

STEPHEN BALDWIN – actor, family man, born-again Christian – makes his home in upstate New York with his wife and two young daughters.

Equally adept at drama and comedy, Baldwin has appeared in over 60 films and been featured on such top-rated television shows as Fear Factor and Celebrity Mole. He has his own production company that is developing projects for television and the big screen. These days, however, his role as director, co-producer and host of Livin’ It – a cutting-edge skate video is bringing out his white hot passion for evangelism.

Writer and communicator Mark Tabb calls himself an “internationally unknown author.” Although his books have been published around the world, he is best known for his collaborative works. His 2008 release, “Mistaken Identity”, written with the Van Ryn and Cerak families, hit number one on the New York Times bestseller list for two weeks, and remained on the list for over two months. He and actor Stephen Baldwin teamed up on their 2005 New York Times bestseller, “The Unusual Suspect,” and with their first work of fiction, “The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips,”

ABOUT THE BOOK

Even years of experience haven’t prepared Officer Andy Myers for this case—

When Officer Andy Myers met Loraine Phillips, he had no interest in her son. And he certainly never dreamed he’d respond to a call, finding that same boy in a pool of blood. Even more alarming was the father standing watch over his son’s body. Myers had never seen a man respond to death-particularly the death of a child-in such a way. When the father is charged with murder and sentenced to death, he chooses not to fight but embrace it as God’s will. Myers becomes consumed with curiosity for these strange beliefs. What follows is the story of the bond these two men share as they come to terms with the tragedy and the difficult choices each one must make.

If you would like to read the first chapter of The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips, go HERE

*STRONG LANGUAGE*

MY REVIEW:

I read and enjoyed the book but have been running all day and haven’t had the time I’d like to write a decent review. The story is well written with an interesting concept. The surprise ending was totally unexpected – I didn’t see it coming. I was not offended by the strong language – as the author stated, it was probably necessary for the plot to be realistic.

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Shade by John B. Olson – Day 2

by admin | Nov 18, 2008 | Books

Shade is one of the more unconventional Christian novels I have had the privilege to read. From the very first scene until the conclusion, the reader is challenged right along with the characters to decide what is really the truth. Is the ominous dark shadow that stalks Hailey real or is it just a figment of her imagination or even schizophrenia? Are the warnings from the homeless giant Melchi valid or is he also delusional? Shade is a tale that will keep the reader engaged until the very end in order to uncover the answers.

John Olson has set the stage perfectly for the horror filled narrative. Fog laced San Francisco is the ideal backdrop and the goth culture of young vampire wannabees adds another dimension to the story. Incorporating the legends about the gypsy vampire Mulo (the undead) adds even more suspense. But the faith based motivation of the primary characters is what sets Shade apart from other books in this genre.

I would highly recommend Shade to all fans of horror fiction, especially to those who are tired of the blood, gore, and negative message found in many books of this type.

Download a Sample Chapter of Shade (PDF)