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Eternity
The world you know has changed. Science has been replaced by dark, supernatural forces and those that know how have harnessed them to control the world. You no longer have the right to believe what you want. You do not have the right to choose the kind of life you will live. But you have a you can surrender and live in fear, or you can join the resistance.As part of Red Horizon, a quickly-growing resistance movement, Gibson Craig has devoted his life to opposing these dictators. But he is not the only one. There are numerous rebel factions hidden underground, as much at war with each other as they are with the government, but in the struggle for freedom, they must unite or be crushed. As they move closer, events spin into motion the most epic of battles the United States, and the world, has ever seen.“Eternity”, by debut author, Casey S Townsend, is a fast-paced thriller filled with action, mystery, and romance and is the first in a four-part series of novels that blows apart the boundaries of belief. Welcome to Eternity.
- GenresAudiobookScience Fiction
448 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 10, 2011
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May 15, 2015
Hit the not-so-subtle dig at the Communion of Saints in the 8th chapter. Of course those who have saints (really demi-gods with a main one) are the evil ones! It made me roll my eyes more than anger me, since it's so typical of evangelical Christianity's flawed understanding of Catholicism. Not finishing this one.
Meh. I can't tell if it's a Left Behind knockoff or not. Starts out with an interesting premise (evil cult takes over the world), but quickly falls into the Left Behind cliche. Starts off with some gender essentialist things that really detract from the rest of it. (That is, Gibson's parents come off as stereotypes, rather than characters I can empathize with, given the events of the first chapters.) The evil cult seems to be the most interesting thing about it so far. I certainly am not arsed to care about the main character. 2nd chapter takes "show don't tell" to its logical extreme to the narrative's detriment. (In emotionally charged moments, less is always more.)
Meh. I can't tell if it's a Left Behind knockoff or not. Starts out with an interesting premise (evil cult takes over the world), but quickly falls into the Left Behind cliche. Starts off with some gender essentialist things that really detract from the rest of it. (That is, Gibson's parents come off as stereotypes, rather than characters I can empathize with, given the events of the first chapters.) The evil cult seems to be the most interesting thing about it so far. I certainly am not arsed to care about the main character. 2nd chapter takes "show don't tell" to its logical extreme to the narrative's detriment. (In emotionally charged moments, less is always more.)
August 24, 2019
I found this book by accident as a podcast, and thought the premise sounded interesting, so decided to give it a go. And boy, am I glad I did. I loved the supernatural aspects, along with the mystery surrounding it all, and the slow revealing of a world beyond the physical. Craig was a strong, likeable character, and I loved watching his transformation from hardcore skeptic to being open-minded about the spiritual world.
I can't wait to jump into the next book and find out more about this fascinating world that the author has created.
I can't wait to jump into the next book and find out more about this fascinating world that the author has created.
April 6, 2021
Lots of noise, guitar-introduction and war exageration.
March 17, 2025
I genuinely like the world building and the premise but...
It's a little too "Rule of cool" most of the time, everything is written like an action movie complete with [Conceptual Spoilers]
The main character is supposed to be a grizzled major in the resistance, but mostly comes off as a petulant, impatient teenager.
The word "Clip" is used for ammunition supply in all weapons, including at one point an energy weapon.
Characters never look at anything, they "put their gaze on it" and so on.
It is clear to me that it was written by a young author, and it does not seem to have received much in the way of editing, which is a shame, again because some of the ideas within are not bad and could definitely become a good story/universe, but for me it drowns in the other things.
I wish Mr. Townsend all the best in future writing endeavours, I think there is definitely potential here, unfortunately it just didn't hit me right.
It's a little too "Rule of cool" most of the time, everything is written like an action movie complete with [Conceptual Spoilers]
The main character is supposed to be a grizzled major in the resistance, but mostly comes off as a petulant, impatient teenager.
The word "Clip" is used for ammunition supply in all weapons, including at one point an energy weapon.
Characters never look at anything, they "put their gaze on it" and so on.
It is clear to me that it was written by a young author, and it does not seem to have received much in the way of editing, which is a shame, again because some of the ideas within are not bad and could definitely become a good story/universe, but for me it drowns in the other things.
I wish Mr. Townsend all the best in future writing endeavours, I think there is definitely potential here, unfortunately it just didn't hit me right.
October 26, 2011
I picked this up from Podiobooks.com and rapidly got hooked.
It's a futuristic thriller set in a time when a theocracy runs the United States. Harshly dealing with those who don't believe in the Roth way, the believers seem to have magic and supernatural creatures at their beck and call. There are a number of splinter resistance groups whose infighting isn't helping them to overcome the government. Some groups believe in religion and some don't, but all believe that theirs is the only way to win. Until a mysterious man named Bishop, representative of the High Children, comes to the Red Horizon resistance group and asks for two important people to come back to his camp.
Gibson Craig has devoted his life to opposing the dictators and believes religion is a farce. The last thing he's going to do is go with Bishop. Until the fighting shows him things he never dreamed could exist.
That is just the tip of the iceberg.
I really enjoyed this and the author's reading. I look forward to the future installments of the projected four-book series.
It's a futuristic thriller set in a time when a theocracy runs the United States. Harshly dealing with those who don't believe in the Roth way, the believers seem to have magic and supernatural creatures at their beck and call. There are a number of splinter resistance groups whose infighting isn't helping them to overcome the government. Some groups believe in religion and some don't, but all believe that theirs is the only way to win. Until a mysterious man named Bishop, representative of the High Children, comes to the Red Horizon resistance group and asks for two important people to come back to his camp.
Gibson Craig has devoted his life to opposing the dictators and believes religion is a farce. The last thing he's going to do is go with Bishop. Until the fighting shows him things he never dreamed could exist.
That is just the tip of the iceberg.
I really enjoyed this and the author's reading. I look forward to the future installments of the projected four-book series.
May 8, 2012
I love the way Casey writes! Eternity peaked my interest from the first chapter. I found myself wrapped up in the story line, anxious to get back to the story whenever I had to put the book down. Casey gives you enough of the back story to hook you, but keeps the intrigue in the story by always leaving that illusive element just out of your reach. This is a love/hate book. You love some characters and hate others. Just the kind of book I love to read, the kind where you stay up late reading because you don't want to put it down. Organized religion is a large part of the story line, but not any religion we are already familiar with. This is a supernatural based religion, one that really does have power. Eternity is about seeing what's in front of you, but not seeing it. It's about conformity and resistance. It's a good book, and I am anxious to read the sequel.
April 27, 2014
Great hook(not a typo) from the beginning to the end. Townsend did a great job at creating deep characters and a carefully woven plot. Eternity is definitely worth your time and I recommend you give it a go.
The only thing I was left wanting was a deeper explanation of the other realm of existence. It isn't a critique of the authors work, but my own personal view. My inner sci-fi geek was expecting at some point in time to get a deeper understanding of a powerful force that both sides seem to utilize.
Maybe that was the intent of the author all along. To be vague about the details because the characters hadn't developed a complete understanding of the other realm.
It is however a good story and I feel you would be missing out by not picking this one up.
The only thing I was left wanting was a deeper explanation of the other realm of existence. It isn't a critique of the authors work, but my own personal view. My inner sci-fi geek was expecting at some point in time to get a deeper understanding of a powerful force that both sides seem to utilize.
Maybe that was the intent of the author all along. To be vague about the details because the characters hadn't developed a complete understanding of the other realm.
It is however a good story and I feel you would be missing out by not picking this one up.
November 2, 2011
Eternity by Casey S Townsend is a fantasic read. Set in the Southeastern United States, Eternity tells the story of Gibson Craig, leader of the Colbat Unit of Red Horizion. A resistance movement fighting against the Roth.
September 8, 2013
This book was a pleasant surprise and a great find. My husband and I both read it and totally enjoyed.
Set in the future it has all the ingredients of a great screenplay - fun, exciting and full of mystery.
A recommended read.........sit back and enjoy!
Set in the future it has all the ingredients of a great screenplay - fun, exciting and full of mystery.
A recommended read.........sit back and enjoy!
August 13, 2014
I gotta say it's a bit too shallow for me, I like books based on more personal evolution I guess, I'm not that into written action scenes and that didn't really help, it's not bad, but it's probably not my type of book.
December 6, 2011
Badass from start to finish. Sometimes a little slow, but overall awesome, can't wait for a sequel.
September 22, 2012
Action from beginning to end. A fun fast-paced sci-fi thriller. My only complaint too many typos.
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