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Soul Tracker - Science Fiction with a Purpose
An audiobook review of "Soul Tracker" by BIll Myers.
Overview
Its not often that Christianity and science fiction are comfortable in the same room. Bill Myers, the highly popular Christian author of other best selling books, has managed to take these elements and combine them with plenty of crime drama and a touch of romance. He has created an engaging work that presents spiritual truth in a contemporary way. This novel will keep the attention of even the most media saturated minds. Its up-to-date cultural references and sensibilities help the listeners to relate to the deeper truths that are masterfully woven with-in the complex plot.
Its about real life, real truth and dealing with the reality of sins effect on people. This book tackles some tough issues such as suicide, child exploitation and drug abuse. How can we balance between truth and love? What does the Bible teach about the after-life? Can God's love vanquish the evil plots of wicked men? Follow the life of a bereaved father as he searches for answers to life's most probing questions. Where is my daughter now? What happens after death? Experience the power of combining love with truth. Indeed, you can apply the message of this book to your own life.
This is a high quality unabridged audiobook published by Zondervan and read by the author, Bill Myers. He is an excellent narrator who provides good characterization to the book's subjects.
What I liked most about this book
2. Presentation of Christian truths
3. Contemporary style
1. Tackles difficult life issues with balance and sensitivity.
What I disliked about this book
1. The lead character development was a little weak. It was probably appropriate for this genre but I would have liked slightly richer character detail.
2. The plot was too much like television crime dramas; maybe this is good for attracting those who like this style.
Who would enjoy this book the most?
Anyone who likes a contemporary style and is ready to buy into the stretches that are un-avoidable in a science fiction novel would enjoy this fast-paced drama of crime, deception, greed, love and eternal hope.
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Soul Tracker Audio BookI am overall very enthusiastic about this work but I do have a few negative observations. |