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4.21 AVERAGE
4.21 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I hate to see this series end, but it came to a most satisfying conclusion. Aside from the main story thread of Joshua hoping to return his people to Bethlehem and have Amariah replace his brother on the throne of King David, there is are several engrossing side stories—that of Joshua and Miriam, (the servant girl who has loved him from afar and selflessly sacrifices for him time and again), and Joshua and his adopted son, Nathan. The latter relationship brought me to tears at times. Joshua made many bad decisions throughout the course of this novel, but the overall theme of a father’s love and forgiveness, (most especially that of our heavenly Father) delivers a beautiful message. After reading Lynn Austin’s wonderful series, I have a new appreciation for the Old Testament, and many of its lesser known kings. Highly recommended!!
I just finished this five book, Christian fiction series, and I can't think of enough good things to say about them. I really enjoyed them. I admit that my knowledge of the Old Testament is highly lacking, so it was wonderful to read this fictionalized account of kings such as Ahaz, Hezekiah and Manassah, as well as the prophet Isaiah. There were many other characters and side stories taking place, which just added to the books, to me. I have been reading a lot more lately in both 1 and 2 Kings and 1 and 2 Chronicles after reading these books. I wish I could be more eloquent, but suffice it to say, I'm glad I own these books and can read them again some day. I enjoyed them that much :)
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Fleeing King Manasseh's tyranny, Joshua leads the faithful remnant to their new home in Egypt. But as years pass, Joshua's desire for vengeance becomes an obsession. Blinded by hatred, he makes rash decisions, placing his loved ones in jeopardy. Amid Joshua's turmoil comes an unexpected awakening of love-a love that burns so intensely it draws him from the dark inner seclusion where he often retreats. But what will it take for him to grasp the great love his Heavenly Father has for him.and for the chosen people of Judah? (Chronicles of the King Book 5)
My review - I love Lynn Austin and her writing! Saying that, I think I'm glad in a way that this series is over. I was so frustrated with Joshua in this book because of his hatred. But I loved how it was still a type of love story because with Miriam always helping Joshua. This book shocked me in some of the incidents that happened (Joshua's parents passing away) but also amazed me in the way that God finally got through to Manasseh! Now moving on to the NEXT Lynn Austin book!
My review - I love Lynn Austin and her writing! Saying that, I think I'm glad in a way that this series is over. I was so frustrated with Joshua in this book because of his hatred. But I loved how it was still a type of love story because with Miriam always helping Joshua. This book shocked me in some of the incidents that happened (Joshua's parents passing away) but also amazed me in the way that God finally got through to Manasseh! Now moving on to the NEXT Lynn Austin book!
medium-paced
This book that ended the series was, to me, a let-down.:(
I recommend this series to every Christian out there who likes historical fiction. The author addresses plenty of tough questions that people learning about God face. I appreciated everything she used to make her point that God is a forgiving, loving, and second chance God. He never abandons us even when we abandon him to the darkest of sins.
This last book was hard to read at the beginning. The anger and bitterness that major characters expressed was discouraging to read. Once I got more into the plot, I was totally invested. I was completely content with the ending of the series. I actually wish there were more books to continue the Bible stories.
My favorite book of the series is The Strength of His Hand. The storyline and Christian teaching in this book related to me the most. But every book was good!
This last book was hard to read at the beginning. The anger and bitterness that major characters expressed was discouraging to read. Once I got more into the plot, I was totally invested. I was completely content with the ending of the series. I actually wish there were more books to continue the Bible stories.
My favorite book of the series is The Strength of His Hand. The storyline and Christian teaching in this book related to me the most. But every book was good!
Probably more along the lines of 4.5, but this book is a beautiful ending to the series. It shows the unfathomable grace of God, and the love he has for us. The beautifulness of having your life completely flipped around is shown wonderfully in this book. If it was my first time reading I would have been moved to tears.