Monday, March 21, 2011

Book Review: Resurrection Day 1


Summary from Charisma House Publishers:  When Ruby Case raises a boy from the dead, she creates uproar in the quiet coastal town of Stonetree. Some brand her a witch; others, a godsend. But the controversy is just the beginning. For this resurrection has awakened more than just a dead boy…
Reverend Ian Clark does not believe in miracles. Haunted by demons, both past and present, he is resigning from the ministry and has no interest in the city's spiritual climate, much less its urban legends. But he is about to get a wake-up call…
As Ruby and Reverend Clark are thrust into a desperate search for answers, they quickly realize that the forces unleashed by Ruby now threaten to destroy them. Can they overcome their own brokenness before they—and the entire town—become victims of this insidious evil?

My Take On the Book:  Wow!  I thought that last month's CSFF Tour of The God Hater was controversial.  Now, after reading this book, I'm thinking The Resurrection by Mike Duran may be even more controversial.  This book is well researched on many levels - Biblically, anthropologically, and supernaturally.  I could tell throughout the book that Duran knows what he's talking about when it comes to the Word of God.  I could also see his interest in the Supernatural, namely ghosts and demons.  A possible love for other cultures is evident through the pages as well.
The characters battle with demons both real, and some imaginary, too - those "demons" mentioned in the above paragraphs that Reverend Clark deals with?  Yeah, some of those demons manifest themselves physically, and the detail Duran gives to these specters leaves little to the imagination.  Ruby's visions of a tree growing near the town are vivid indeed, and the tree's role in the story keeps the plot chugging along as it affects the lives of those in the nearby town.  Both Ruby and Reverend Clark must learn to deal with their faith, and choose whether or not to rely on God's strength as they battle demons - physical and spiritual - that threaten to destroy them.
This story is both gripping and frightening.  I am still wrapping my own mind around this story, with all of its speculation about death, ghosts, and resurrection.  I plan on discussing some of the controversial elements of this book in the next two posts.  I do recommend this book, but I must note that this is not a book for the spiritually faint at heart.  If you are easily offended by controversial and speculative religious topics, do not read this book.  If you can take controversial topics with a grain of salt, and find God's truth while reading such topics, then you may really enjoy this book.  I have always enjoyed Halloween-y topics, so I enjoyed this book.  If you think you can handle it and can get your hands on a copy - read this book!  Happy Reading!!!
Legal Necessities:  I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in conjunction with CSFF Blog Tour.
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  1. I like that your recommendation comes with a warning, Emily. I think that is the best way to let people know whether or not they'd like this book. Nicely done!

    Becky

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