Prophecy The Books

A good "apocalypse" (Greek for "unveiling" or "revealing") should not so much try to predict the future with certainty as give insight into our own times. O'Brien understands the zeitgeist: "I see that in your past you have suffered from that great wound which afflicts modern man ... the temptation to absolute despair."

I read this novel for the first time when it was published in 1996. I have re-read it about five times. This may sound odd coming from a Baptist pastor in a review about a book that is written from a distinctly Catholic perspective, but this book makes me want to live more holy.

"Father Elijah" is like an intellectual Tom Clancy: there is intrigue, drama, excitement and adventure. At the same time, my copy "bleeds red" from all the underlining. When was the last time you underlined a novel?

You will want to race through the book on your first reading as the plot consumes you. But then you will want to go back and meditate on the intellectual and spiritual truths that form the structure of the novel. "No man knows his own soul so well that he is invincible to the tactics of the enemy." "Abstract academic discussions have a way of leaving their mark on entire civilizations, as the events of this century have proved all too well."

Additionally, the book contains what is, in my opinion, the most insightful, beautiful and moving fictional account of a sinner's conversion ever written.

I recommend it highly.

Wait, hear me out. Koontz suffers from writing fascinating and delightful stories that have a hard time being wrapped up in a tidy package at the end. I found that the case here. I tore through this book in no time, but the end left me a little empty. Definitely worth a read. Very insightful and entertaining. I look forward to reading the rest in the series.

One of the best books I've ever read. Why isn't Michael D. O'Brien better known?

O'Brien understands the root of the contemporary, for keeps, battle between the Kingdom of God and the leaders of the ancient rebellion. His fictional characters are believable people caught up in the ancient struggle of those willing to sacrifice everything for God's love and those who ruthlessly pursue power and wealth to control others. He spins a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue based on an indepth understanding of the tragedy and the hope of our times.

I read Fr Elijah almost two years ago. Although I am not a fiction fan I was captivated by this book and finished it in one week. While I'll defer to the other reviewers here on the merits of the book and author I want to comment on the almost too close for comfort parallels between the culture and characters in this over 10 year old novel and today's real life. Particulary, the social and moral decay that had occurred in relativly short time and more shocking the tremendous similarity between the charasmatic character known as The President and one of todays current Presidential candidates. It is too close to reality for comfort. Much too close. Don't pass book up - or be intimidated by its length. You will fly through it before you can find a bookmark and the story will haunt you in the days ahead. Anti-Christ? We'll not know. The President - loved by the masses - brings people together - fosters diversity and civility and fairness and equality and .....? You'll find out. And I am starting to believe that the real prophet here is Michael D.O'Brien. Watch out for The President coming to an election near you.

All of the Erin Hunter books are great! I just love them and have read them many times over. I am not a reader, I hate to read!!! But give me a Warrior series book and leave me alone for a few days. They are the best. Thanks Erin for opening up a new world for me.

Nice how the Clans could come together, and not rip each others throat out.
My fave bit would have to be when Crowpaw/feather said he wasn't afraid of dying because Feathertail would be waiting for him.
Kind of longish, but still good.

Pre-teen and early teen girls love the series. It has my 10 year olds attention. She is reading like never before.

This is the third installment of the New Prophecy series, the books based on Firestar's ( the hero of our Erin Hunter's first series )and Sandstorm's children, and Tigerclaw's children. ( Tigerclaw was the bloodthirsty villian on the last series ). In this book, our characters Brambleclaw, Squirrelflight, Crowfeather, Stormfur, and Tawnypelt all return from the long, sorrowful, and dangerous journey. They are missing a gentle soul though- Stormfur's sister, Feathertail, died in the second book.
If you haven't read any of these nooks yet, they are superbly written and star cats- my favorite animal! These cats live in four Clans, or tribes. They do not live with humans, but live in the forest.
Life is dangerous in the forest, as not all the Clans are always friendly. Especially now, since the humans are ripping up the Clan's territory and killing and capruring cats. When or heroes return to their home, each must cinvince their Clans to move out of the woods- and into a safe territory.
I suggest that you but every book in the series and devour them within 24 hours.I absoulutely love these books, though they contain heart breaking parts.
This review should have helped you decide to buy this book and every other one is each series. No matter the price, these books are solid gold to me!!!
Just another Amazon reader and reviewer,
Moonwhisker

"Today is a good day to die, but tomorrow is better. Unless, those doing the dying are six foot, mutated chipmunks with blaster rifles. But I'm getting ahead of myself. I should start at the beginning. If you ask me, the end makes a fine beginning. Things come together and things fall apart, and the fur flies a little easier with the help of a Rolling Thunderä shotgun, as long as that fur isn't mine, and I'm the one pulling the trigger. Yep, it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood, but I ain't Mr. Rogers."

"But, I should introduce myself, you can call me Ishmael. Just kidding, bit of classical allusion there. Call me Hobo, warrior, poet, and one fine-looking feline, that's me. See, all cats are warriors, at least at heart, and that's why I'm the best one to introduce the series, Warriors."

Warriors is a book series first published in 2003 by Kate Cary and Cherith Baldry, under the pen name Erin Hunter, and introduced to me by cat and book lover Billy Waltz. The second series was written under the title Warriors: The New Prophecy. The third series, The Power of Three, and two more books, Firestar's Quest and Secrets of the Clans, are coming in 2007.

The series starts off with Into the Wild and a young "kitty pet"(house cat) name Rusty who yearns for adventure and has vivid dreams of the wilds. He meets a young feral cat, and this meeting leads to a chance to join a clan of wild cats called Thunderclan. He's renamed Firepaw and becomes an apprentice warrior. He finds himself in the middle of a tribal war with three other clans who coexist and compete for food and resources.

Allegiances are constantly shifting among the clans of warrior cats that roam the forest. With tensions so delicately balanced, former friends can become enemies overnight, and some cats are willing to kill to get what they want. Our young protagonist quickly moves from apprentice to warrior, to second-in-command, to leader of his clan. He must learn wisdom, deal with betrayal, and ultimately save his clan and the forest way of life.

The author has created an intriguing world with an intricate structure and mythology. There is intrigue, themes of loyalty, friendship and death, and an engaging young hero. The difficult life of a feral cat is described in some detail. (Oct. 16 is national feral cat day. Check out www.nationalferalcatday.org ) The cats, anthropomorphism aside, are true to their feline nature, which should delight cat and animal lovers alike. There is some violence. Some characters are killed through fighting and natural disasters, and there is treachery, betrayal and traitors, and even murder among the cats and clans, though it is crucial to the plot and not excessive.

Overall, I believe readers will find a fun-to-read series of books. Though not as elegantly written as Brian Jacques' Redwall series. The superb storytelling drew me into a realm so vivid that it could almost be real and I really came to care about the characters I found myself staying up late, with the old flashlight under the cover trick, to finish the books, and that Sand Storm sounds like a babe. Wonder what she's doing Saturday night? Hey, this cat is a fighter and a lover....

Author of "Hobo Finds A Home" editor "Of A Predatory Heart"

Not one of the worst books I've ever read but pretty close. Sorry I bought it and am not passing it on to friends. Perhaps it was the subject matter that first intrigued and in the end alienated me but I had to force myself to finish because I couldn't believe the plot. I kept hoping for some relevant message. Mary Magdalene, the original feminist and Mary the Mother of God, the worn out, bitter, stay at home Mom? I won't even try to describe her take on Jesus. Not my cup of nectar. I'll certainly make every effort to keep this book a "secret".

It's embarrassing to say this, but I was told to read this book by a friend who gushed about it. Normally, I run away from books that are gushed about. But I had to read it. She stood over me until I did. Now it's my turn to gush. Read this book. If you're looking for everything in a book: a great read, beauty, real characters, adventure, action, secrets, and deep meaning, well, you've found it. Now I'm gushing.

I can't count the times I cried reading this book. Or the times I laughed. Or the times I wondered at how the author made such perfect sense of all the stories, interpretations, arguments, historical events, warring religious factions, as well as getting under the skin of each and every rich and delicious character. My understanding of what might very well be a true "Truth" as I read got clearer and clearer and if I wasn't crying or laughing, I was going aha! yes! could be! why not? never thought of it that way! wow!

The theology is brilliant. The philosophy is brilliant. But it's also a brilliant read. This is a historical novel so it has all that those who read historical novels could want: an Alexandria, Egypt when the Great Library still beckoned, the Holy Land when the temple was the center of Jewish belief, Rome when Tiberius was emperor. It has adventures and quests and love and despair and thrill and danger and derring-do and, best of all, Meaning. The story means something that will stay with you long long after you close the book.

I've read a few reviews that loved the book but said they had a little trouble at first with the style of writing. But that's perfect too. It's like reading Gone With the Wind, the King James version. It's literature on a high level but in no way does this mean "difficult." It means this is a real writer telling a real story that needs to be told.

Though the cover states "What the DaVinci Code only hinted at, this brings to life" is only partially true. Yes, it shows Mary Magdalene as Jesus's companion and intellectual peer, but no, it doesn't reveal any more of their relationship. In fact, it shrouds in diffucult prose what their relationship was, how they spent their time together (other than walking everywhere silently), and how they collectively orchestrated Jesus's resurrection to fulfill prophesy and give the people the Messiah they so desperately needed and sought. Through Mary's voice, it turns the miracles, the parables, and the events described in the Bible as basically misunderstood by the disciples, and therefore calls into question their historical and spiritual validity. This viewpoint, though creative and well-composed, made it all too convenient for me. I'm no Biblical scholar, but I do know some of the pivotal points in the Gospels, and what's more miraculous to me is how Mary Magdalene, whether clothed as herself or as John the Less, is at every one of them and has an explanation as to how they each came to be that's at odds with what's recorded in the gospels. I would agree with an earlier reviewer who found the ending a disappointment. I won't go into it, in case there's a reader out there who doesn't want me to give it away, but be prepared - it will let you down. DaVinci code went further than this, without going into all the details of Mary's (Miriamne's) life. Read it for the interesting perspective, but don't read it for salacious and informed details regarding Mary's and Jesus's relationship.

Although well written, this book takes all the writings of the New Testament regarding Jesus the Christ and his followers as not only ordinary, but, provides a story line that discredits any miraculous happenings, including the resurrection of Jesus. The book provides information on the times and geographical areas mentioned in the New Testament and develops the personalities of various followers of Jesus in ways that are most interesting. However, I would caution anyone planning on reading this book to know that all miraculous events will be given a non-miraculous context.

David Eddings' Belgariad series is one of the masterpieces of modern fantasy literature. I fell in love with his books many years ago, and re-read them to this day. His characters are lifelike and amusing, and written in a very human manner. Every time I read, I feel like I am visiting with old friends. Although Eddings writes conflicts into his story, he writes with an assurance that success will come which parallels the great epics of history. His novels, though not thrilling, are relaxing and enthralling in a more stoic fashion-- you will care about the characters and want to see them succeed.

I would recommend this book to the starting fantasy reader, or the reader of modern fiction who hasn't yet delved into the genre. Eddings' personal style and lovable characters have turned me into a dedicated fantasy reader, and I have not yet found his equal among the other authors I've read.

Eddings' series The Belgariad is one of my all-time favorite reads. It's the classic fantasy good-vs.-evil, coming-of-age, lost-kings-returning, quest-with-companions epic. These are common themes in fantasy, but Eddings' writing is so witty, and his characters so intriguing, that it never gets old. He seems very aware he is using some well established cliches, but puts new twists on them and even makes fun of them as the story goes on. I especially love Eddings' twist on the concept of prophesy: In this story, the prophesy is actually sentient, and does not hesitate to tell our hero, Garion, when he is being an idiot.
This series is funny, entertaining, engrossing, and complex. It was my introduction to the sword and sorcery genre of fantasy, and I absolutely love it.

I recomend all of david eddings books to any reader of any age.
David eddings is my idle in a short way of putting it... he has brought a new light to me and my writing since i was a child... His books have a certian amount of amusement in them. Yet the characters are all lovable. This is a book that i promise all will remember and read again... I love all of his books. his philosiphy is simple to understand, yet the writing syle is one that i still have not seen in any other books. He allows a certian amount of ammusement into them, yet keeping them serious. His books are like a good movie that you dont want to end. After reading one of them you want more and more. until you have devoured the very sould of his writing.

To put it short i dont know why i like them there just fun loving and honest to god books.

I have never came across a set of books that is so moving,very few authors have made me as emitional as this athor has with this set.I hope their will be a follow up,it would be nice to see how everything whent after all was said and done,peace doesn't last for ever. Highly recomened,own the full set,have read them so much I can almost tell the story myself.

This is, I believe, Eddings' first real foray into the realm of true Fantasy, and it doesn't disappoint. Eddings does well to develop characters over time and doesn't sacrifice depth for brevity. I've always enjoyed the sense of humor he brings to his works and the repartee that develops between the characters.

If you are looking for a great starter series in the fantasy genre or a more developed work, look no further. Those looking for the complexity and seriousness of high-fantasy should stick with Tolkien and Donaldson.

This was one of my favorite starting fantasy series, and continues to entertain after all these years.

Very readable summary of 10 key signs that point to the soon return of Jesus Christ. Even many secular people are looking at the world's problems and wondering how mankind will survive. Kinsella surveys the world situation and ties them back to biblical references.

As the title of the book suggests, Kinsella makes the case that we are in the last generation. He doesn't set dates. No one knows exactly when the last generation began. Many think it was the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. Maybe in 1967 when the Israelis once again gained East Jerusalem and the Temple Mount. And no one knows how long a generation is. But Kinsella proves that we are in the general season of the Lord's return.

Kinsella writes in a conversational style that is very readable. Almost reads as if he is talking to you in your living room. He writes the same way on his website as he analyzes breaking news.

Couple of nitpicks in the book: I was confused on pages 63-64 when he says that 1 BC and 1 AD are the same year. I think I understand what he is saying is that there was no year 0. In any event, it deserved a little more explanation. On page 79, he incorrectly listed 1977 as the year that the Iranian students seized the American hostages. (Should be 1979). On page 168, the capital of Turkey should be Ankara.

Overall, these little problems do not detract from the main message. Kinsella makes the point that bible prophecy is not doom and gloom but is one of hope and redemption.

This is by far, one of the very best books of prophetic facts I have ever read. The gifted observations of Jack Kinsella is in full color in this astounding volume of current facts, trends, and events, relative to Bible prophecy. The stunning intellect and insight depicted in this book would assuredly cause even the staunchest doubter of Bible prophecy a stumbling block for logical debate. While many words come to mind to describe this book, "Astounding", "Eye-opening", and "Breathtaking", are just a few that come to my mind.

I highly recommend this book to both the student of eschatology and doubter alike.

Richard Minch.
Shelbyville, IL.

Good overview on the end times and what the bible says about what will happen. Chapters include: the restoration of Israel, the alignment of nations, false christs, wars and rumors of wars, deceived, earthquakes famines and pestilences, sun moon stars, the revived Roman empire,global economy, and the mark of the beast.

THE LAST GENERATION
TWO THUMBS UP!
TRUTH IS STRANGER THAN FICTION.
JACK KINSELLA QUICKENED IN SOUL AND SPIRIT SOUNDS THE ALARM!
I SINCERELY GIVE TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY TWO REASONS TO PURCHASE THIS ONE
AND SPREAD THE WORD!
D BAKER
BYHALIA MS

Jack Kinsella uses real life facts to bring the prophecies of the Bible to life. Read with a truly open mind, this book should strengthen the faith of the believer, and scare the pants off the non-Christian. What's this world coming to? Read The Last Generation!

Since so many customers in my bookstore ask for novels by Betty Dravis, I've been familiar with her second and third books for over a year now, but I actually paid little attention to her debut novel, MILLENNIUM BABE: THE PROPHECY ... published at the start of the new millennium.

But during last month's heat wave, people were staying in a lot and sales were slow, so I decided to check this book on the Net. I read some of the sizzling reviews and made up my mind to order it. (You just HAVE to read the reviews; the review by the woman who read it during her husband's heart surgery is really a tribute to this author. You see, the woman was taking the book as reading material on the plane to Russia and then her husband had a heart attack, so they ended up in Emergency instead.) Scroll down through these reviews to read that one. I guarantee you'll find it the most flattering review imaginable.

Dravis's other books are so good, I figured this might not be as good ... being a first novel and all, but after reading the reviews and seeing how well it's doing in Canada, I was convinced to give it a try.

I'm glad I did; I would not have missed this story for the world. It's a very smooth reading adventure and has some of the most unique characters I've ever read about, especially that lovable little weatherman, David Wetterman, who goes berserk on his weather show and makes a startling prediction about the first baby to be born in the third millennium. And David's lady love, Bitsy, is perfect for him. And wait till you learn who the baby's parents are; and how the US president gets involved. And how the world reacts!

Dravis takes a serious subject, keeps her tongue planted in her cheek as she writes and it becomes a semi-satire that's laugh-out-loud funny at times. I can see this book as a movie, but it definitely needs a sequel. I'm dying to know what happens to The Babe when it grows up; how it fulfills the astonishing prophecy the weatherman predicted.

I ordered extra copies for the store and they've sold out already. I suggest you toss a few in your Amazon shopping cart; your friends are bound to hound you to read your copy.

This unusual book was a challenge for me to review, I found, so I decided to look at its elements separately and see how they add up.

THEME. Aside from being a rollicking read, MILLENNIUM BABE: THE PROPHECY is a deeply hopeful book. The world buys into a prophecy of peace and prosperity, and it's not giving away too much to say that in the end hope succeeds over cynicism. But along the way are obstacles common to all human enterprises: fear of the unknown and the insatiable appetite for power. Betty Dravis weaves this theme of hope through the book in a most satisfying manner. THEME: 5 STARS.

PLOT. A weatherman wigs out on live TV and delivers a prophecy about a baby who will bring peace and prosperity to the world -- how's that for an opening premise? And it only gets more exciting from there! David Wetterman's spectacular message about the first baby to be born in the new millennium takes the world by storm. Everyone wants a piece of the action, countries are in an uproar wanting to claim the baby as one of their own, and David's got a bulls-eye on his back as improbable villains try to take him down. Wetterman is an overnight sensation, inundated with movie deals and talk show appearances. He assumes the prophet persona, complete with flowing robes -- and with a disciple and constant companion, his director Bitsy Blodgett. The plot is complex, action-packed and tense with conflict, and doesn't give itself away too soon. Oh, and there's a love story in there too! The pacing is fine-tuned to keep you turning pages past your bedtime. You won't guess the ending, but you'll believe in it when it broadsides you. PLOT: 5 STARS.

SETTING. BABE is firmly rooted in its place and time: Silicon Valley in the run-up to the new age. I've never been to San Jose, Santa Cruz or Capitola, but these locations are so tightly woven into the plot that I'll half expect to look David Wetterman up if I ever go there. It adds to my enjoyment when a book's setting is revealed by the story elements rather than by descriptive text, and this is definitely one of Ms. Dravis' strongest skills. The reader is convinced that it couldn't possibly have happened anywhere other than in Silicon Valley. Very well done! SETTING: 5 STARS.

CHARACTERIZATION. You're going to love how well-expressed the characters are; you'll feel as if you know them from the beginning. They may not behave as you would (I HOPE that's true of the villains, in particular!) but the reader understands them. They are believable, grow throughout the story, and integrate smoothly with the plot. David and Bitsy's love story is developed with charm and style, and secondary characters Ellie and Andy Dunbar, young Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, bring a flashy high-tech touch to the story. And oh! the baddies are so bad but so bumbling! CHARACTERIZATION: 5 STARS.

STYLE. Ms. Dravis' writing is consistent, breezy and satirical, serving the unusual plot and characters to perfection. The story is a little bit serious, a little bit scary, but entirely light-hearted. All the elements come together for a most satisfying read. STYLE: 5 STARS.

So what do we have? That would be -- 5 STARS AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. In fact you'll want to read anything you can get your hands on by Betty Dravis. Do it, have some fun!

Although I've just had the opportunity to read it, Millennium Babe is the first book written by Betty Dravis, an author well known for her ability to humanize characters. Each usually has a little catch phrase which they repeat throughout the book, and although this may seem strange at first, this trademark of Betty's gradually grows on you.

This is a story of hope and inspiration, mixed with political intrigue, romance, and of course humor. The clever plot twists and turns until the very last page, delivering a thrill a minute, and you'll be sorry that it's a really fast read, and over so quickly.

Comic television weatherman David Wetterman gets his big break when he falls to his knees during a broadcast and delivers a message to the world about the first baby to be born in 2001. The world desperately needs something to believe in, and his message spreads like wildfire around the world, making him an instant celebrity and guest of Rosie and Oprah. Even Spielberg wants a piece of the action, but it seems that not everybody is thrilled by the impending birth.

Andy and Ellie Dunbar have coincidentally just developed a software package called Baby Counter to be used for gathering information for population statistics, and their product obviously becomes the tool for determining the first birth of the new millennium.

These three, along with Wetterman's manager Bitsy are thrown headlong into the maelstrom created by the prophecy, such a significant event that even the President of the United States has a stake in the action.

While reading this book, a song kept running through my head, so here's the message to the tune of "Let It Be" by The Beatles:

When He found the world in times of trouble, God sent down a prophecy
Heed the words of David, let it be
And people heard momentous words from Wetterman on the TV
The weatherman had spoken, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
He spoke of the future, let it be

And when the divine chosen prophet offered up the prophecy
The world welcomed the message, let it be
For though the world's divided there was still a chance for harmony
The world needed this message, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
Welcome words of wisdom, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
The world needed his message, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
Welcome words of wisdom, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
The world needed this message, let it be

And on the new millennium, there would be a birth so heavenly
Bringing grace and beauty, let it be
A babe with strength and lots of courage, love, compassion and mercy
Bringing peace and wisdom, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
Heed the prophet's message, let it be.

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
There will be a future, let it be


Rated: 4.5 stars


Amanda Richards, July 1, 2007

Can satire be warm and light, romantic, too? Yes. Can satire make you chuckle with smiles in your heart? Yes.

For examples, look at ROBIN WILLIAMS movies, and at the ALLY McBEAL series. See also, MILLENNIUM BABE, THE PROPHECY. Can satire make a viewer/reader nervous, causing him to push further into the cushions of an easy chair, to curl up to get further away from outside edges, horrified by dangers creeping up on favorite characters? Yes. We already know satire can make readers sneer at villains, but usually every cool body in satire is repulsive; no cozy heroes are available for "living with" in the story.

Warm bodies of Heroes do walk these pages, as Dravis says, "warts and all."

Who would have guessed warts could be cute, endearing even.

On the romantic end, for me it was refreshing to read about a couple's romantic style holding sex at bay until after marriage. Even in this Age, and with my personal views more open than Bitsy's, the romance was just as entertaining, actually more so, with that delay. Who knew? Probably, not many of us. Not that I agree with all the theologies and philosophies in this novel, but I can enjoy a different point of view when it's dramatized with warm, light humor.

I think what I liked best about this novel was that it was light-spirited, containing a childlike quality in an adult novel (amazing this, from an author in her 70's!), a youthful love of storytelling, romance, adventure, and intrigue. The style, characterizations, and plot were unique to this author, not to be found elsewhere in anything I've read, other than novels and Amazon Shorts available from Betty Dravis, all of which I've reviewed. It's not surprising that Dravis has slowly and deservedly developed a fan base among quality Amazon Reviewers and other authors, seasoned in their own rights and products.

What I enjoyed most in the novel's plot was that it kept me wanting to see how each snarl would be released or handled, knowing that the resolutions would not be "tried & true"; they'd be untried and untrue to anything "same ole."

Yet, as is true to life, the characters each had habits and speech patterns (including warts and beauty marks) which were endearingly repeated, and came to be anticipated. Even though these patterns reflect reality, they might be felt by some readers as being repetitious. For me, the Prophet's "What the hey" refrain worked itself into a warm, welcome, "Hello."

Though each of the 6 literary offerings by Dravis (available on Amazon) was a rare gem, each work was different in style and genre. If I were to determine my favorite, it would definitely be MILLENNIUM BABE. It left me ... wondering ... in the most pleasant of ways.

A sequel is as essential as Day following Night.

As you read this novel, maybe ask yourself why the author may have delayed writing a sequel. Does it have to do with the Stars? (of Bethlehem or in astrology?) How/why does any author decide where to go for a next project. Might Dravis write a nonfiction Amazon Short to shine her own brand of sunlight on her reasons, as she sees them?

This is a fascinating story, flawless in its carrying forward of an exciting plot, in its dramatization of an engrossing theme, and in the beauty and intrigue of its surprising conclusions. Todd Burger was right about readers not being able to predict the ending. Ditto also to his concluding question, "Why not, Betty?" (Why hasn't she written a sequel yet.)

I'm left wondering about parallel themes. Maybe Life has many Stories ...

Babies born on 1/1/2001 would now be 6 years old.

Might a child (or many children) have been born prior to the opening of The Third Millennium, children who would have matured to age to be working in the world today, as seasoned adults? What of the large group of cultural "soldiers" in the Baby Boomer generation, who are now in their late 50's? Might stalwart souls have been born at various times, giving assistance from various generations?

Our calendars are based on human machinations, more than on those of the heavens or of astronomical patterns of the Universe's Time-clock. Third Millennium workers could have been born on many dates on our calendars.

Will we, as adult humans, grow up one day into a mature species of sentience? I believe so.

MILLENNIUM BABE, THE PROPHECY will definitely start readers thinking, and hoping, maybe each in his own directions based on personal belief systems. I would hope that, once a person gets started in that direction of pure thinking, he won't halt the brain shaking.

This story is very good fiction. It opens the mind to realize that there are many ways in which "heavenly" help might come to play in a new age.

Linda Shelnutt
Straight on until morning - Peter Pan to Tinker Bell

Filled with memorable, energetic characters, Millennium Babe begins with a startling prophecy by David Wettermen, a quirky weatherman, who now claims that God spoke through him, revealing that the first child born in the Millennium will be a special emissary from God whose mission is to bring peace and joy to a troubled world. However, this remarkable foretelling has an undesirable effect - - - the nations of the world begin quarrelling over who will receive the honour of the new babe's citizenship. Relations among the world powers are strained, abortion rates sore, an evil minded villain and his equally malevolent cohorts seek to end the life of the popular prophet and his new friends, the Dunbars. Together, will they be able to overcome the Machiavellian intent of those who seek to thwart good, or will evil triumph? Edge of the seat, action packed, adventurous and creative Millennium Babe will draw the reader in and won't let go until the last powerful sentence. Populated with warm, lovable characters, imbued with a fantastical plot, deeply emotional, and stunningly surprising Millennium Babe will leave the reader desperately wishing for the sequel. Highly recommended.

- Ravenovnia Karloff

Whether you agree with preterism or not, this book is a wonderful addition to any Christian's library. This book carefully examines all of the arguments and assumptions of a late date for the orginal manuscript for John's apocolypse and shows the strength of early date arguments.

This book is an excellent defense of a view held by the minority. The book is thoroughly researched and the ideas are fully discussed. The level of detail in this book might bore some of the readers.

Ken Gentry uses internal evidence from the Bible and external evidence to make his case. This is unlike many of those who hold to a late date for Revelation but use mostly external evidence to defend it.

For those people who want a thorough defense of the early date of Revelation, this is an excellent choice. Those who do not wish to wade through such an academic book might wish to look at another of Gentry's books, The Beast of Revelation. This book finishes with a condensed version of the arguments in Before Jerusalem Fell.

The best case yet for when to date the book of Revelation. It would be hard to imagine anyone disputing the case Mr. Gentry makes for a date prior to AD70. Sure to stir up questions and provide answers for not just the date but also why the dating matters to our understanding of the visions it contains.

Gentry prefers to dig into the evidence contained within the Christian Bible before conceeding to the authority of traditions or speculative legends in order to determine the best approximate dates of authorship for the New Testament books. The approximate time in which these books were written has significant impact upon how apocalyptic prophecy can or should be interpreted. Gentry also compares and considers the actual statements of early Church figures which have often been used to promote a later date of authorship for certain books, placing them after the fall of Jerusalem in A.D. 70.

Gentry is meticulous and methodical in his approach to dating the book of Revelation. I've also read the works of Josephus since reading Gentry's thesis and I am persuaded that most of the events of Revelation occurred prior to the destruction of the temple in 70 AD.

This book is indeed a must-have item as a study tool. I've found it to be very detailed and clearly written. I highly recommend this book to others.

From what I've read and for the purposes that I've had to use it for this book is relevant and very necessary to the spiritually inclined!!!

I think that this book is excellent for people that are called to be prophets and prophetess. This has really helped me to understand my call and why I face some of the things that I have. It also explains the anatomy of it and its origin which makes it excellent.

I bought this book to help me with interpreting types and symbols for visions and dreams and other prophetic revelation. It's not that helpful for the purpose I purchased it for. It's just okay...but I have other tools that are much, much more helpful.

I've always wanted a dictionary that had the definitions of the prophetic words that are used, whenever I prophecies from Pastors, Apostles, Prophets and Leaders at International Conferences. It has helped me to even prophesy with the correct terminology and delivery and understand more in depth about the gift and the office. 5 KUDOS!!!

Lanesa Stubbs

I found this book very interesting and informative. This is an excellent tool for the church prophet. It is full of revelations and wisdom that you can build on.

Great book very eye opening for me. This isnt just a book but a teaching & its very heavy so dont expect to finish w/i a few days. I had to meditate of a few things. But very informative book

This book is Awesome! It really helped me to understand the difference between and Seer and Prophet and the various gifting they each have. It also provided scripture refrences to various Seers in the bible that were also prophets. This is a must have for the Prophet / Seer and those desiring to know there prophetic giftings and how to distinguish the call according to those gifts.

Lanesa Stubbs

Finally a book to explain the visionary gift that operates in so many dreamers. I thank God for these trailblazers.

As someone that has just recently received the gift of being a seer, I found the information very helpful. I would recommend this book not only to people that have this prophetic gift, but also for those seeking the higher gifts and those church leaders that have people with these gifts in their congregation, but need to understand the gifting better.

The rest of the reviews give beautiful summaries of this book.
I just want to add a few things. On the technical/storytelling side, Mr. Owens writes extremely well and this facilitates the excellent storyline that keeps the reader engaged.

Concerning the spiritual/Christian side of the book. This is the deepest book that I have read by a Christian author. By depth, I mean his representation of spiritual warfare is right on. Though many call this book a fantasty -- it is not fantasy but reality when it comes to the things of God.

So -- Mr. Owens, if you read these reviews. I just want to say thank you -- God is using you mightily and I am looking forward to your next book!

I really enjoyed Mr. Owens' book. Kept your interest and leaves you interested in the characters-wanting more. For all those who are looking for other good authors while waiting for next novel-check out Stephen Lawhead.

All the previous reviews tell you what the basic premise of this book is, a tantalizing bit of plot, that it is well-written, AND that it is an excellent first novel for author Owens. I agree with those statements.

But what is not told here is that new Christian fantasy is far and few between (his publisher put out four. Will there be more?) The Christian publishers--for years--stayed away from it and only re-published C.S. Lewis' Narnia or sent you to read Lord of the Rings and general market fantasy. A smattering here and there, but not a stronghold as a genre.

This book is well done, and if you appreciate Christian fantasy, you should be buying this. Why? 1. Because you like the genre and we all have said it's good. You'll enjoy it if you like Christian fantasy and a good story. 2. To let publishing companies know that we want more. 3. I really like it that there is a strong woman character and she meets her match in every way--definitely can appeal to women.

I hope Miles Owens is writing more of this sort of book. He'll only get better, and is already a really strong writer. More, Miles, more!

This book was an excellent first novel. I cannot believe the publisher has not picked up the trilogy! I keep checking back in the bookstores, but no second book has appeared. With the great need for engaging Christian fiction, this book stands a league above some of the other trite books that call themselves good reading! I implore Strang Communications to reconsider and publish this series.

In Miles Owens's book Daughter of Prophecy, a battle between good and evil is looming. At the center is Rhiannon, a girl who at her birth was prophesied to be the Protectoress of an Ancient covenant. At first she believes her prophecy to be literal and she trains with her brothers in sword fighting. But as the story progresses, she realizes the Eternal might have something entirely different in mind. Helping her in this process is a repentant religious leader and her foreign teacher. Meanwhile, the Mighty Ones are sending winged horrors determined to destroy her before she can fulfill the prophecy.

There are subtle christian messages throughout this book. The Eternal can use us only if we let go of all our wants and desires, and He is always standing by to help. Evil is truly evil and powerful, yet prayer can help destroy it. Owens does a good job of developing the characters and allowing them to grow in the story line. There are many characters, yet Owens makes it easy to keep track of them. Even the secondary character's actions will have an impact on the outcome of the battle.

Daughter of Prophecy is a great christian fantasy book. I look forward to reading the sequel.

CSFFC Ratings:
Teen Friendly: A
Christian Message: A
Crude or Profane language: A(none)
Drug or Alcohol: A-
Sexual Content: A(none)
Writing: A-(Solid writing. A few editing mistakes)

JoEtta Dingman
Christian Science Fiction & Fantasy Central Reviewer