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When Heaven Weeps (Martyr's Song #2)
by
Ted Dekker (Goodreads Author)
A thriller unlike any you have ever read. A love strong enough to bring a tremor to your bones. A sacrifice powerful enough to make heaven weep.
At the close of World War II, a shell-shocked solider, Jan Jovic, was forced to inflict a game of life and death on a peaceful Bosnian community. In a few short hours, this young man was confronted by more love--and hate--than most...more
At the close of World War II, a shell-shocked solider, Jan Jovic, was forced to inflict a game of life and death on a peaceful Bosnian community. In a few short hours, this young man was confronted by more love--and hate--than most...more
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May 28th 2001
by Thomas Nelson Publishers
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May 27, 2011
Bethany
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Jan Jovic is a world famous author who seems to have the perfect life. He has money, clothes, a large house and a nice car. His life is turned upside down when he rescues a young drug addict named Helen. She was running from her drug dealer/'lover' and the only way she escaped is through Jan's help. When he hides her,though, things go awry. The man who is looking for Helen is very wealthy and secretely has control over most of the people, including the police force. He will stop at nothing to ge...more
the story of a terrible atrocity in a small town in Bosnia against an Anglican priest, the women in the village and a girl…Cruel Serb para military group terrorizes the village, kills the priest and the girl after mocking them with carrying crosses. Is the love for Christ they have sufficient to enable them to love the devilish leader and die for Christ? Yes in terms of the girl and priest…women too show amazing courage. One soldier speaks out to stop the brutality…he is imprisoned after WW II b...more
I guess I had high hopes after The Martyr's Song, which I really enjoyed. This wasn't in the same league. I gave up halfway through the story, which I found contrived and languishing.
The dialogue was painful - I felt embarrassed for the characters. They seemed insipid and forced, uncomfortable with themselves and with each other. The underlying message of Christ and His reckless pursuit of us, mirrored in Hosea, just didn't play out well in Suburban Atlanta in the '60s. And Ivena's encouragemen...more
The dialogue was painful - I felt embarrassed for the characters. They seemed insipid and forced, uncomfortable with themselves and with each other. The underlying message of Christ and His reckless pursuit of us, mirrored in Hosea, just didn't play out well in Suburban Atlanta in the '60s. And Ivena's encouragemen...more
Oh my goodness, wow, amazing... I cannot get over this story so easily. There is so much to think about and dwell on that I don't know how long I will keep this book in mind. Maybe a lifetime, that is how touching this story is, and how amazingly true in everyone's life. I wonder why it has taken me so long to get through Ted Dekker books and I believe that the timing of when I read them is right for the state and willingness my heart and soul are in at the time. I don't know if that makes sense...more
Aug 12, 2011
Jenni Noordhoek
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4 of 5 stars
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Recommends it for:
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To enjoy this book, you must have an understanding of the story of Hosea, and hopefully a cursory understanding of the different interpretations of the Song of Solomon.
Brilliant book, about the love of God for each and every (worthless) human being on this earth. Stunning story, full of heartwrenching contradictions.
My only two complaints were that Karen really didn't have anything to do with the story except to provide tension... and yes, the violence is up there. But as Janjic says in the bo...more
Brilliant book, about the love of God for each and every (worthless) human being on this earth. Stunning story, full of heartwrenching contradictions.
My only two complaints were that Karen really didn't have anything to do with the story except to provide tension... and yes, the violence is up there. But as Janjic says in the bo...more
This book took me on an emotional roller coaster! I loved parts of it and was horrified by others.
Jan Jovic is an unwilling participant in a game of life and death in a quiet Bosnian village in WWII. He witnesses intense love and hate which stays with him and changes his heart. Years later he writes a book about his experiences which ends up a best seller. In America he gains riches, with the help of his publicist, Karen, who becomes his fiance'. That is until he meets Helen, a young, beautiful...more
Jan Jovic is an unwilling participant in a game of life and death in a quiet Bosnian village in WWII. He witnesses intense love and hate which stays with him and changes his heart. Years later he writes a book about his experiences which ends up a best seller. In America he gains riches, with the help of his publicist, Karen, who becomes his fiance'. That is until he meets Helen, a young, beautiful...more
This is one of my favorite books of all time.
I read "The Martyrs Song" before this and I was sorry I did. I had to skip about 40 pages to get past what I had read in the first book. The basis for this story was a nice idea but it got lost in the over-the-top mushiness of the love story. Rather than being a beautiful example of Gods love, it came across as unbelievable and like someone's fantasy of how love could/should be. The writing was good and some parts of the story draw you in, but I just wasn't that impressed.
This was a tough one to get through. The character's just kind of bugged me after a while and the plot seemed repetitious. I understand that it's a metaphor for our behavior towards God, still the book just wasn't all that great if you've already read "The Martyr's Song" and know the story that's repeated in this book.
Very intense at points. Liked the beginning, there were some very thought provoking sections, some interesting Christian mysticism. Not really my kind of book -- too much romance -- and I didn't like that the protagonist just left his fiancee like he did, if she had just been his girlfriend I wouldn't have minded as much.
This is probably one of Dekker's least famous novels but it is by far The Best. This book like actually changed my life. Totally altered my view of grace and God's love and forgiveness and goodness gracious. Please read this book if you can find it because it's really hard to track down but it is soooo worth it.
I have found I have to read Dekker's books slowly. I loved this book. He takes me on such an emotional journey. It is especially true for this one. First book that has clearly expressed what the Lord has been teaching me about love. A must read. I loved Martyr's Song...love this one even more.
When Heaven Weeps is a powerful and unexpected portrayal of grace. I was personally impacted by the portrayal of repeated failure and am glad that I am not God. A lot of people (myself included) would be in a world of hurt if I was put in charge.
The story really drove home the point that we fail every day and God loves us anyway. Are there consequences for making bad decisions? Of course. And God loves us the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
The visions of heaven were exhilarating and soberi...more
The story really drove home the point that we fail every day and God loves us anyway. Are there consequences for making bad decisions? Of course. And God loves us the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
The visions of heaven were exhilarating and soberi...more
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This is one of the most difficult books I've ever read. It took longer than usual for me to get through it because it was so intense and emotionally draining. But the reward was immeasurable. This book will stay with me for the rest of my life.
It was a good and fast read. I admit it was a bit confusing at first with all the "sections" the book is broken into. I wasn't sure where Dekker was going with that, but he managed to tie it all up in a bow for me about half way through.
This is my favorite in this series! I love how this God teaches him his plans His plans are beyond anything we try to do. I also love how Ted conveys Gods love for the least of us through this love for a less than reputable woman and a flawed man!
The events in the first chapter are very intense, but it sets up such a moving story of God's great love for us that I could not put this book down. This was the first book I read of Ted Dekker's and he has become one of my favorite authors
I did enjoy reading this novel. However I found it darker in content and feel to Heaven's Wager and so struggled with reading some parts of it. I know, I'm such a sook :) Also it didn't keep my attention as well as Heaven's Wager.
one of his 1st books, maybe the 1st, it is one of my favorites. The message is something we could all use, but rarely live out, not to mention rarely comprehending it and allowing it to take root in our thoughts
I could not put this book down. Such a powerful story about the true meaning of love...God's love and what it means to die so that you can experience real love. Loved it! all sorts of twists and turns
What made this book so great is how it makes you evaluate yourself and the way that you express your love. Based in religion, this book is all about acceptance and love, who can go wrong with acceptance and love?
I have read a lot of Ted Dekker, but this story is by far my favorite of his. It tells a stunning story of undeserved love and grace,and the story is one that will definitely not easily leave you. Fantastic!
Honestly I feel this book was one of the most intense love stories I've ever read! I could not put this book down, I had to know what was happening. Nadia's story (and the priest's) broke my heart and had me in tears. I was very frustrated with Helen throughout the book, but that's what I love about DekKer, he keeps his characters real, and I'm sure that someone in Helen's situation would have behaved the same way.
I would recommend this book to everyone looking for a great love story, and not j...more
I would recommend this book to everyone looking for a great love story, and not j...more
This book is beautiful and heart breakingly amazing! The romance moves my soul and the thrill leaves me hanging on the edge of my seat with excitement each time I read this one!
Wow!!! Amazing read. Dekker has once again shown Christ's love in such an amazing, awe inspiring way. I can't sleep from the pure love!!!!
Jan 13, 2010
S.n. Blackmon
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Quite possibly Dekker's best work. This book painted an incredibly beautiful and powerful picture of Christ's love and redemptive power.
My favorite Dekker book of all times, I think... Well, Blessed Child probably shares the space too. But this one is very good.
This was my first book by this author and it was distrubing, rivoting, and excellent all at the same time!!!
This is a different story for Dekker, kind of a common day Job. Good, but dragged in the middle a bit.
Very good book! The ties to Hosea are incredible and parts of this book made me cry.
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Ted Dekker is known for novels that combine adrenaline-laced stories with unexpected plot twists, unforgettable characters, and incredible confrontations between good and evil. Ted lives in Austin with his wife LeeAnn and their four children.
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“What is pure Bill? Or excellent or admirable? The death of a million people in a flood? God evidently through so. He is incapable of acts that are not admirable, and it is He who brought about the Flood. How about the slaying of children in Jericho? There are a few Bible stories that are not as terrible as they are happy. We just prefer to leave out the terrible part, but that only makes the good anemic.”
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“Suffering is an oxymoron. There is unfathomable peace and satisfaction in suffering for Christ. It is as though you have searched endlessly for your purpose in life and now found it in the most unexpected place: In the death of your flesh. It is certainly a moment worth of laughter and dance. And in the end it is not suffering at all. The apostle Paul recommended that we find joy in it. Was he mad?”
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