Each novella in this new companion series to "A Lineage of Gracefirst" peers into the life of one of five biblical men (such as Aaron, Jonathan, an...
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Jan 05, 2011
Karen
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This is an easy, quick read that is enjoyable and is true to the biblical story even though it is fiction. The story focuses on Aaron, who is Moses’ older brother but does not usually get much credit for his role in delivering his people from slavery. Aaron endures the back breaking work of a slave his entire life in Egypt while Moses lives in a palace and then a fairly comfortable life in Midian. Although they have lived different lives and barely know each other, God uses both men to free the
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Sep 05, 2011
Ellen
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Rivers does an outstanding job retelling the story of Moses through a person some may see as a supporting cast member, behind the scenes: Aaron. Pulling in vast and accurate Biblical detail, she extrapolates plausible dialog and situations that follow the Children of Israel from slavery in Egypt, through the 10 plagues, and to the shores of the Jordan River. A main emphasis of the story is on Aaron's learning to support rather than envy the leadership of his younger brother, and how the tempta
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Jun 25, 2009
Mandy
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"The Priest" was the first Francine River's book I have read. I was not dissapointed! Francine did an amazing job of staying true to the Biblical account of Aaron while at the same time capturing his emotions and human perspective as a simple man beyond that of the title of "Bible character".
She probed the depth of what it was like to be a man that many in today's age admire and scorn in the same breath. I walked into this story thinking "how could he have More...
She probed the depth of what it was like to be a man that many in today's age admire and scorn in the same breath. I walked into this story thinking "how could he have More...
Nov 15, 2010
JoAnn
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The first part of the book left me wondering what happened to one of my favorite authors. It seemed like there were transitions missing from the story of the plagues and the crossing of the Red Sea, though I did like seeing Moses grief over what the Egyptians were going through during that section.
It was the second part of the story, the story of the journey to the edge of the Promised Land and then the years of wandering in the desert that reminded me why I enjoy Francine Rivers writing so More...
It was the second part of the story, the story of the journey to the edge of the Promised Land and then the years of wandering in the desert that reminded me why I enjoy Francine Rivers writing so More...
Apr 01, 2011
Cori
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Quick Impression: I should probably be more excited listening to the stories of my faith, but the way this was written was kind of a snooze. And running from Egyptians, pillars of fire, wars, and family sagas should not be a snooze. It had to do with the dialogue — much of it felt very stilted and unrealistic, like a Moses or Aaron robot. But I related to Israel’s push-and-pull sort of faith, as I’m sure many people would.
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Feb 28, 2010
Judith
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This was my favorite out of the series. Aaron, the brother of Moses. Moses got all the credit. Aaron shows resentment - after all, he IS the older brother. I can see myself in him, as I am the older sister. But Aaron also realizes that God is the one ultimately in control. He continues to find himself inadequate for the job of priesthood - and yet God chose him to do that job. We are all inadequate for the job that God entrusts on us. Yet, that's how God chooses to work in this world - th
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Jan 30, 2010
Librarianforhim
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Moses' brother Aaron was called on to speak for his brother before Pharoah. Then, he played the role of defending his brother to the Israelites in the wilderness. Finally, God called him to be High Priest of the Jewish people following their exodus from Egypt.
Rivers included vivid details of Ancient Egyptian culture. She did a great job of bringing to life the historical figures from this key period in Jewish history. I enjoyed reading the events of Exodus from a different perspecti
Rivers included vivid details of Ancient Egyptian culture. She did a great job of bringing to life the historical figures from this key period in Jewish history. I enjoyed reading the events of Exodus from a different perspecti
Feb 23, 2011
Sherri
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Rivers takes the Bible and turns it into a living breathing account of what could have happened. While staying true to the account she adds feeling and emotion to the people that you imagine you're there feeling the heat on your face, the whip on your back, the sand on your feet and the presence of God in the pillar of cloud and fire.
I like how she got across the forgetfulness of the chosen people and the struggles of Aaron and Moses in dealing with the people. To see the strengths More...
I like how she got across the forgetfulness of the chosen people and the struggles of Aaron and Moses in dealing with the people. To see the strengths More...
Aug 06, 2011
Jolee
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Mixed review for me. Nicely written, interesting story, and brings historical detail to the forefront. My reservation is that I wouldn't recommend it to a new believer, I think, because at times the God of this fictionalized account of Aaron (and Moses') story felt arbitrary rather than consistent to me.
Jun 21, 2011
Thebarrys10
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I listened to this tale about Moses from Aaron's point of view. At first I thought that it was going to be the Ten Commandments all over again, but I FELT so much while listening. The process of Aaron's path to humility, repentance, ultimate dependance on God was worth the 6 hours of listening.
May 18, 2010
Jeri
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At the back of the book, there is a page that says something to the effect that it was Rivers' goal to whet the readers appetite to explore the Bible and decide what they believe is the truth about Aaron's motives, decisions, and life. This book did just that for me. I want to know more. I will be reading the next four books in this series in short order.
I own these books and will loan them out to people that will return them.
I own these books and will loan them out to people that will return them.
Feb 15, 2009
Gary
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Very well done.
Francine incorperates excellent biblical background with true biblical character and then adds a lot of her own detail that creates easy reading that can become thought provoking. Worth reading!
Francine incorperates excellent biblical background with true biblical character and then adds a lot of her own detail that creates easy reading that can become thought provoking. Worth reading!
Aug 02, 2011
Emily
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Interesting take on Aaron's and Moses' characters and personalities. Also gives insight into the lives of the Israelites during biblical times and the relationship between man and God.
May 19, 2011
Janet
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What was it like to be the brother of Moses and wander in the dessert with a few million people for 40 years? This novella brings Aaron to life, not surprising for my favorite author, Francine Rivers.
Dec 08, 2011
Lynn
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Not up to Francine's usual standards. This apparently was written early in her career.
Sep 16, 2009
Michele
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This is a good book that shows both the faithfulness and the shortcoming of Aaron, Moses's brother.
Nov 30, 2011
Madewithsticks
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This book is competently written but emotionally very hard in some places. It's very effective in making me crave reading through Exodus Etc. again. And I want to do further research into the historical context of it. If anything the emotional queasiness spurs me on to more prayer to evaluate and grow from it.
Very interesting.
Recommended by my dear friend Jill A. <3
Very interesting.
Recommended by my dear friend Jill A. <3
Jun 01, 2010
Robbin
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This was a really good book. This is the 2nd book that I have read by this author and I am very impressed with her. I intend to read all of her books.
Jun 04, 2010
Meadow
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Aaron is the shadow of Moses, even though he is the older brother. Aaron struggles with resentment, but knows God's plan is bigger then his.
This book was written very well. It had my attention to the end.
She includes all the Biblical stories and adds personality to the characters. Hihgly Recomended
Can't wait to read the rest of the series.
This book was written very well. It had my attention to the end.
She includes all the Biblical stories and adds personality to the characters. Hihgly Recomended
Can't wait to read the rest of the series.
Jul 01, 2008
Chrissy
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This book was hard to feel a part of in that the sacrificing requirements are just so foreign. I felt myself feeling it would be very difficult to be a part of it. However it gave better insight into Aaron's character, possibly, since he is spoken of highly in the Bible despite his whole golden calf fiasco.
Feb 07, 2012
Laura
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While I've enjoyed all of Francine Rivers' Lineage of Grace and Sons of Encouragement books, this was my least favorite. It felt like constant whining. It's a pretty accurate representation of Exodus and Numbers, but as a mother of young children, I read to escape the whining, not to find more of it :)
Oct 23, 2007
Akinlabi
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it was the moses and aaron story told as if i was right in the midst of it all. i couldnt put it down.read it straight through. What's truly amazing about this book is how we get to see moses through aarons eyes,his growth from being weak and aaron's gradual realisation of God's big plan.
Jan 28, 2008
Christina
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I can say that anything written by Francine Rivers (after she became a christian) is a wonderful read. Her biblical & hystorical accuracy is awesome & brings stories that we all have heard before to life.
Sep 19, 2008
Lori
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This reads more like th eword but I didn't know as much about aaron. I am glad I did spend the time to understan the story of moses brother!
Oct 12, 2008
Natasha
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I was sooo interested, the cover art looked great and the story is great...but her writing...it just isn't my style at all.
Sep 09, 2008
Brooke
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This was a short book focusing on Aaron, the brother of Moses. It was o.k. I'm not sure yet if I will continue the the series.
Oct 16, 2008
Mimi
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A short novella on the life of Aaron. The author raises some interesting questions and insights to ponder.
