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“Harrowing adventure, mystery, and loads of fast-paced action – I could not put this book down! At least for the first half, I couldn’t.
Diane wrote this review Sunday, February 12, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
The premise is that a young woman agrees to participate in a psychology experiment. She becomes alarmed during the screening and tries to back out, but is not allowed to. Instead she finds herself thrown into a matrix-like “arena” where she must find the exit back to the real world.
But the arena is huge, a world of its own, filled with predatory bio-forms, almost-human-looking figures that stalk her movement, and occasional holograms. The road she has been told to follow forks and then forks again, and at times will disappear, while the instruction manual she has been given is mostly gibberish. To survive, she joins a group made up of others like herself, some of whom have been trapped in this strange arena for years, and she learns how to shoot and take cover.
However, about halfway through the book, the author brings the characters into a temporary place of safety, and reveals the mystery of the arena. The fast-paced action suddenly slows to a crawl, and things move slowly for a few chapters. When the action finally picks up again, the story is less compelling as much of the mystery is gone, but it is still an exciting ride to the end. ”
“Fabulous book... will open a whole new world that you'll never forget. Loved the characters. ”
Melia wrote this review Thursday, December 8, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This book was an interesting read. The story begins with very little exposition, leaving you wondering what's going on until about a third of the way in, then it becomes predictable. Even so, it was well-written and quite enjoyable.”
Edward D wrote this review Friday, October 14, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Took me awhile to get into this book, glad I stuck with it and finished it.”
Kathy M wrote this review Monday, June 27, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“WIsh there was more Christian science fiction as good as this book! I bought this as it was five dollars in the Christian bargain bin. I didn't expect much but turned into a great adventure with a bit of romance and a lot of intrigue. Characters are developed well and makes for a believable story (even though the cover is so cheesy-looking!)”
Sheree wrote this review Wednesday, February 23, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“One of my all time favorite books. This book takes you on an adventure that is an allegory of the Christian life. The author does an amazing job with the characters and creating an "Arena" that is so much more than meets the eye. A great book for discussion as well. ”
PCS Librarians wrote this review Tuesday, November 16, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I read this book many years ago and though I cant recall details, I do remember liking the book alot. It had sort of a modern Pilgrim's Progress feel to it.”
Candy Y wrote this review Sunday, October 17, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Very good read--easy, yet keeps you interested. Plot is only somewhat predictable. Not an outright "Christian" book that directly deals with God but an allegory. I recommend this book for just about anyone. It is appealing to many genres of readers from science fiction to romance (although hot romantic scenes) to adventure. Actually well-written, especially for a first-time author! Read it! You'll most likely like it!”
Michelle L wrote this review Thursday, April 29, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Science fiction. Incredibly descriptive. You are there with the character the books follows. One of the best analogies of Christianity I have read, and it's not old and musty either.”
Kaybaby wrote this review Thursday, March 18, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
