An Echo in the Darkness (Mark of the Lion #2)
by Francine Rivers
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Read in February, 2008
recommends it for:
Those who need their religious beliefs confirmed in literature that has no other point
The only reason why I got as far into this book before quiting is because I was listening to the audio version during my commute. Even then I could only stand the first 4 (of 12) cd's before it was ejected out of my stereo.
I didn't know that this was the 2nd in a series, but I don't think that had anything to do with me not liking the book. There was more than enough exposition to get a handle on the people & their interconnections. I knew 1/2 way through the first chapter that the woma...more
I didn't know that this was the 2nd in a series, but I don't think that had anything to do with me not liking the book. There was more than enough exposition to get a handle on the people & their interconnections. I knew 1/2 way through the first chapter that the woma...more
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Read in August, 2007
Second book in the Mark of the Lion trilogy, this deals with Marcus's search for a God he hates, Hadassah's recovery, and Julia's failing health. I think I was in the wrong place, emotionally/spiritually, to read this. This book seemed a lot more melodramatic than the first one (Hassadah's not dead! Julia's dying! Phoebe had a stroke!) Also... I had this friend in college who told me that she had to stop reading Christian Romances (the implication being that they made her feel bad about being si...more
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Although I usually do not love a book enough to buy the remaining sequels, I bought the last two novels the day I finished A Voice in the Wind (the first ) - simply could not wait to see what happens to several of the characters - the faithful - those lacking in faith - those considering faith - The trials of early Christianity, the tribal fears of turning from their heritage and faith, andthe determination of the few who know the truth set this series apart from any other I have readin this cat...more
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Read in June, 2008
While I admit this book was a page-turner, it was not because Rivers is an amazing author, in fact, I find her use of language a bit repetitive and her main character larger than life. The other characters are rather stereotypical, too. Still, I enjoyed the story and couldn't wait to find out what would happen between Hadassah and Marcus. And, while I don't share the same Christian denomination as the author, I still respect that her goal in writing is to persuade readers to turn to the scrip...more
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Read in October, 2005
This is book #2 in the Mark of the Lion trilogy. And you MUST read book #1 first or this one will not make any sense. The way Book #1 ends, you will be hunting book #2 down.
I'm not going to write much here because will give away the story. But continues on with Marcus and Haddasah and their love. A page turner for me. A romance, but not all romance. Fiction. Expertly written. Talk about an author with a writing talent, oh my.
Book #3 is "As Sure as the Dawn."
I'm not going to write much here because will give away the story. But continues on with Marcus and Haddasah and their love. A page turner for me. A romance, but not all romance. Fiction. Expertly written. Talk about an author with a writing talent, oh my.
Book #3 is "As Sure as the Dawn."
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Read in April, 2008
This is the continuing story of Hadassah, found in A Voice in the Wind. I didn't care for this book as much because it moves at a much slower pace than the first novel. It's "OK", but the characters started wearing on my patience. I think I'll skip the third book in this series, mainly because it's all about Atretes, the gladiator from the first novel; he annoyed me as well (gee, I'll burn down my villa because I'm angry and then go live in a cave. Okay then.)
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Read in May, 2008
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Book 2 in the Mark of the Lion series...it continues from Book 1 Voices In The Wind, the series is about a young christian girl, whose family die at the hands of the Romans...Hannaniah, whom Jesus raised from the dead was her father, she is sold into slavery but never gives up trusting God through all things. The series just shows that even in the worst of times, God is always with us.
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This is a soul-forming series, especially books 1 & 2 which feature Hadessah. The main character, Hadessah, provides my mental architype of Godly submissiveness - even to those in authority who are unjust. I've spent many hours meditating on these truths... these books truly strengthened my walk with Jesus.
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Read in September, 2007
Follow up to "A Voice in the Wind". This is a continuing story of Hadassa, a young Jewish slave in a very wicked Roman empire. It is a love story and a journey of faith and forgiveness. It was just beautiful. If you read "A Voice in the Wind" then you will have to read this one.
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Francine Rivers has the ability to communicate spiritual principles without sounding boring or self-righteous. Her books are incredible. The characters are gripping. The plots are clever and suspenseful. The historical research is surprisingly educational. I felt like I was there.
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This is the sequal to A Voice in the Wind. It follows the same characters through another season of their lives. You won't believe any of it! Everytime I thought something was going to happen, the opposite always happened. I couldn't put it down!
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Read in May, 2008
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Mandyrecommends it for: Annelisa Riddle, Katrina Berg, Sally Baird
I liked the book better than the 1st book and the 1st book was excellent! The characters are involved, but easy to follow, and it is so well written that I felt like part of the family as I read. It gave me many things to think about!
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Read in February, 2008
recommends it for:
anyone who has read "A Voice in the Wind"
Just finished this last night. A fitting conclusion to the main characters introduced in "A Voice in the Wind" but preachier than the first book in some places and for that reason I only gave it 3 stars.
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Read in November, 2007
This is the second book in the Mark of the Lion series. It is much better than the first. The characters have either been converted to Christianity or are seeking God. It is really great so far.
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Read in June, 2008
This is definately not as good as the first book, but since you love the characters so much, you have to finish it. I found this one slower and a little cheesier but I still really enjoyed it.
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I learned that Christians have suffered greatly throuought the years, and we as Americans have things pretty easy. We shouldn't be surprised that the world doesn't agree with out worldview.
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Read in March, 2005
All I have to say is this... wait a couple of days after reading the first book in this series until you read this one. A good friend told me that, and I was glad I did! :)
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Read in July, 2008
I felt I HAD to read the second book to hear out the end of the story. It was okay. There was a lot of social commentary that will be interesting to discuss at book club.
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You must read this series (of three) books based on the life of Hadasseh who lives in Corinth just after the death of Christ. They are long reads but excellent.
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