As Sure As The Dawn (Mark of the Lion, Book 3)
by Francine Rivers
published
2004
(first published 1998)
by Recorded Books
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Audio Cassette
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1402581726
(isbn13: 9781402581724)
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14 cassettes 20.25 hours Unabridged.
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Stephanie Goldsmith
This is the first Christian fiction book I have read. It reads kind of like a romance novel. It's VERY long and a bit repetitive (okay we get it - the gladiator is an ANGRY man. can we move on?). But ultimately it keep me interested. The plot really got good the last third of the book.
It's a wonderful story of christianity, of the conversion of a gladiator slave and his journey to Germania with his wife, son and a Roman to convert his former German tribe. Several miracles occur which ultimat...more
It's a wonderful story of christianity, of the conversion of a gladiator slave and his journey to Germania with his wife, son and a Roman to convert his former German tribe. Several miracles occur which ultimat...more
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Read in September, 2008
Ummm...I'm not sure where to start. First, this book seemed tedious and unnecessary. While this storyline was never my favorite, the places where this book goes are purely romance novel. And a lame romance novel at that. In addition, I found the characterization of the Chatti's god as being merely the devil to be both boring and offensive. While the other two books stressed not judging the actions of anyone, and loving through all things, this demonized people and urged their total destruction. ...more
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Read in October, 2005
Book #3 in the Mark of the Lion trilogy. This "could" be skipped or read alone, but you will get more from it by having read the other two--in order.
The focus is on Atretes here. He was warped by his years as a gladiator and does not know how to be a human being anymore. He wins his freedom and becomes very wealthy. Learns he has a son and hires Rizpah to nurse him as her child died. He treats Rizpah horribly, I have to say, but eventually comes around. He decides he needs ...more
The focus is on Atretes here. He was warped by his years as a gladiator and does not know how to be a human being anymore. He wins his freedom and becomes very wealthy. Learns he has a son and hires Rizpah to nurse him as her child died. He treats Rizpah horribly, I have to say, but eventually comes around. He decides he needs ...more
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Read in January, 2008
This book follows the life of a freed gladiator and the woman who "adopted" his son when it was thought he was unwanted by his both parents. The woman is christen and hopes to convert the gladiator as they journey to his homeland of Germania. This book seemed to repeat its self a lot. How many times can Raz ask God to help her hold her tongue, Theo say that there is a purpose in Riz being with Art, and Art rant about the Romans? *SPOILER* Art's conversion and change toward Riz was ...more
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I can't pinpoint exactly when I first read this, but I do know one thing: I've read it over and over again, perhaps more than 10 times now. The story itself is just so inspiring to me, so alluring with the author's abillity to weave in hope of those people's lives who would have never crossed paths if it wasn't for God.
Yes, she's known for being a Christain author, but when I read her stuff . . . especially this triology, I am just blown away by the characters she has created that makes you...more
Yes, she's known for being a Christain author, but when I read her stuff . . . especially this triology, I am just blown away by the characters she has created that makes you...more
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Okay, I know these are Christian books, but I read them because they came highly recommended. The first two had good stories, good enough to overcome the preaching. The third basically drudged up some leftover characters from the first two books and had them quote the entire Bible to eachother. Oh, plus there were some pretty outrageous "heavenly miracles" in this book, while the other two managed to tell a good story without depending on acts of God for the storyline to progress.
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Read in July, 2008
The third book in the Mark of the Lion series is completely different from the other books, but wonderful on it's own merits. The story of Atretes is a wonderful example of how God can rescue us no matter where we've come from and no matter how stubborn we are and how often we make the same mistakes over and over and over and...well, you get it.
I highly recommend this book.
I highly recommend this book.
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A little disappointing. It was a little too over the top on the story line, but the writing was still excellent. The characters had changed a little which was both good and bad. Atretes wasn't the strongest character to begin with, that could be a little of the problem. It gets a higher rating simply because it continues the story that was commenced by the series.
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This character is easier to understand for me than Hadassah. Of course I loved Hadassah - she was so loving and so perfect in her faith. I can relate more to Rizpah as she struggles with her human frailties. And what of Atretes? Stubborn German! I still love him. Some scary dark stuff and the end, but...lovely and powerful!
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Read in January, 2008
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those who've read the rest of the mark of the lion series
this third installment was a bit disappointing after enjoying the first two books so thoroughly, as it broke down into a pittering display of the cheesiest form of Christianity. I still enjoyed the rich historical background that was evident in the other books, but it wasn't quite enough to win the whole thing over for me.
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The last in this trilogy had me longing for more - What happens to the descendants ???- Historically I found myself living in the times knowing that the struggles of earlier mankind reverberate today - finding their place in their world. What heritage do we leave to our children???
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Read in January, 2007
Pam gave me this book. It was interesting--it was one of those books you read because you want to escape the reality of current daily activities. It was like popcorn to me. I do like it but I would not re-read it. It does have some interesting character twists that are unexpected.
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I almost didn't read this last one of the series becasue the 2nd book seemed so final and complete. I am so glad I did- it might have been the best of the three. I am a huge fan of historical fiction- this author does it like no other. Couldn't put it down-
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Read in January, 2000
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I did enjoy this one but it is ny least-favorite of the trilogy. I wasn't altogether enamored with Atretes in the first book. Also, the pacing of this one was a little slower. But the ideas of faith, doubt and redemption are just as vivid in this one.
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My all-time favorite fiction series! And of course, by one of my favorite authors! Rivers does a great job of weaving a story into the historical time period. I stayed up until 3am one night reading and weeping until the end!!
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I didn't love this one as much as the first two in the series but it still deserves a 5 star rating in my mind. It was a good exciting story overall. There were some far fetched parts but it was still really good.
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This book is also Christian fiction. It is about 500 pages long and I read it in 3 days because I could not put it down. It is set in the Roman gladiator era. Another great book by Francine Rivers!
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This one kind of lost its momentum. The first two I liked much more. They kept my interest, whereas this one I could put down for a week and forget I was reading it. Not a good sign.
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Read in September, 2007
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This is a great book! It really pulls you into the times of the early Christians (~70AD). At first it is hard to get into the storyline, but once it has you... you're hooked.
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Read in August, 2008
This series was wonderful. I cannot remember the last time I read a book so powerful. While reading this and the first two in the series, I wanted to do nothing but read!
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