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Summary: If you could read any book, read this one
Review: This book is a miraculous read. It is eloquently writen, and like by all types of people. Reading this series changed my life, and showed me who god really is. The information on this culture and time period is amazing, but the characters are undescribably real; I'm sure everyone can connect woith this book. I have never met anyone who has thought of this series as less than the best. The only thing to keep in mind is that you have to read all three books to fully get the entire story... but trust me, the moment you finish the first on, you will go to the store and buy the other two...that's what I did!
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Summary: Excellent Series and a MUST Read!!
Review: This series is so wonderful. I could not put it down. I had to buy all three. I can't bear to part with mine because I know I will be reading them again. I loaned them to my father and he loved them also.
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Summary: Don't read trilogy if you want a clean house.
Review: First book - 5+ stars, second book 5+ stars, third book 4 stars. What a trilogy!!!I have to thank my friend who loaned me this wonderful trilogy for my house being so neglected. I was physically not able to put the books down until I had read the last page of the second book. The third book actually took me a few days to read because I didn't find it quite as engrossing, but it was still good. Wow. How do I describe these books which I thoroughly enjoyed. I guess all I can say is I have thanked my friend repeatedly for loaning them to me, and that I'm going to purchase the trilogy for different members of my family for Christmas, because I know that they will love and appreciate them like I do. Reading the trilogy was like watching the movie, "Gladiator," only better. The books cover all emotions, and they show how one person's life can touch many, even in subtle ways. I love how real people from the bible are encorporated into the book. I'm definitely going to be reading these again... but when I'm on vacation so I don't have to worry about cleaning.
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Summary: Couldn't put it down
Review: Rarely do I come across a book, much less a series that captures me. The characters are vibrant. The history that I learned while I was enraptured is also a plus. It is amazing how our world today(our attitudes and our self interest) is so perfectly mirrored in ancient Rome. ...very scarry. I would recommend this highly to anyone.
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Summary: Wow!
Review: A good friend recommended this trilogy to me and all I can say is, "Wow!" These books are exciting and very well written. The author sends her Christian message without crossing the line to preachy, which I really appreciate. The series is definitely worth your time.
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Summary: Outstanding, a remarkable achievement!
Review: Generally, I dislike fictional books, however, in the "Mark of the Lion" series, Francine Rivers has successfully achieved a remarkable feat. By creating what could soon become known as a masterpiece in Christian fictional literature, Ms. Rivers brings the characters to life with incredibly evoking realism, emotion, and soul. The chapters quickly engulf you, and the portrayal of life in the Imperial Roman Empire is surreal. The life of the Jewish slave Hadassah, the tragedy and triumph in her life, nonlessthan captivate the imagination, and are a testiment to what faith really is.
The historical accuracy and the terms (which are well defined throughout) are evidence that Ms. Rivers researched her material thoroughly, and add to the validity of the story. This is not just another novel, but rather a story that vividly depicts a glimpse into the cultural history of "the Nazarenes" (early Christians) during the first century. These books are not only a great read, they will change you - every Christian should read them. Perhaps the only negative thing about these books is that I couldn't put them down! I've read them all twice, and now they're circulating among my Christian and non-believer friends, and their reviews are all extremely positive. Buy all three, otherwise you'll be paying for overnight delivery from Amazon to ship the second and third books.
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Summary: Incredible to say the least
Review: I read all three of the series. there hasn't been a book or set of books that has gotten my vote quite like these.I could not put them down. when I say that, its not an exageration, its reality and you will know its true when you pick them up and start your journey into the life of the slave girl. I enjoyed this seies so much, I put in as a link on my webpage as suggested reading. wow! I wish I hadn't read them, just so I could read them again with the same incrediable thirst to know what happens next. Although, I know I will read them again soon.There just that kind of books.I look for material writen by miss Rivers all the time. I am getting ready to purchase two of her other books as well.
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Summary: Every one should read this
Review: This was the best series I've ever read. I couldn't put them down, and I know my friends got tired of hearing about it. I fell in love with the characters. I cried when they cried and I smiled when they smiled. It was not only interesting, but I learned a lot too. Now when I read the Bible it helps me picture things more acurately. It made the Bible more real for some reason. I will definately read the Mark of the Lion series again.
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Summary: Wonderful books, with a few flaws
Review: Like so many, I also loved these books, and couldn't put them down once I started reading them. Francine Rivers is one of the best writers of Christian fiction today. However, I do have a few criticisms. Hadassah's goodness (like that of Michael in Rivers' book, "Redeeming Love" and Annie in "Leota's Garden") are unrelatable to the average Christian. Although she struggles with fear throughout the first book, it's her only struggle. In the second book, after she's overcome her fear, she only sins on one occasion by getting impatient with Julia. My second criticism is that Ms. Rivers uses a plot device that is common in far too many Christian novels: the Christian-non-Christian attraction or romance. Although Hadassah and Rizpah resist their attractions to Marcus and Atretes, they never surrender them. This plot device bothers me for several reasons. First, given the fact that early on these two men have few or no godly qualities, it means that Hadassah and Rizpah's attractions are purely physical. In that respect, Marcus comes out the best of the four -- Atretes was initially attracted to Rizpah for physical reasons, but Marcus was attracted to Hadassah's spiritual qualities. Second, the outcomes are unrealistic. Although I know that many Christians do fall for non-Christians, the outcomes of these relationships are usually heartbreaking. Rarely does the non-Christian become a Christian. In contrast, when I have seen Christians surrender (not just resist) their attraction to a non-Christian, God often blesses their surrender by putting the Christian man or woman of their dreams into their life soon after. Finally, because the Christian-non-Christian romance seems to occur so often in Christian fiction, I have to wonder what message the authors are conveying to their readers. Do they believe that a romance between two Christians isn't exciting or dramatic enough to hold readers' attention? I think many happily married Christians (and many single ones, too!) would disagree. To be fair, Rivers doesn't always use this plot device -- in "The Atonement Child," the romance is between two Christians, and in "Leota's Garden," the Christian heroine does not fall in love with the main non-Christian character, although he falls in love with her. I just wish a writer as wonderful as Rivers would portray Christian romances more often.
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Summary: best series i have ever read
Review: this is, with out a doubt the best series i have ever read. ever person that i recomend it to also loves it. you can read it over and over again and it just get better.
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