The Encounter

Forbidden Doors #6

by Bill Myers

No one takes Krissi seriously when she begins talking about receiving mysterious messages—all written by her own hand…all without her direction. Becka Williams knows something is not right—that all the odd communications and the cryptic warnings carry one message—someone, something, beyond this world is coming for a visit. Becka must convince Krissi this visitor is not a friend.

But there’s more at stake than anyone realizes, and Becka is up against one of the strongest and most frightening enemies yet.

Genres: Christian, Young Adult, Fiction, Christian Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Teen

160 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Bill Myers was born into a Christian home, and although as a child he became bored with Christianity, he decided at the University of Washington quote, to "make God my boss." Ironically, at the University his worst subject was writing. He claims to have prayed, and said that he would be able to do anything for God, except write. Even so, he has become a prominent Christian writer, and has a large amount of successful books and films to his credit.

Reviews

[Whitaker · Rating 3 out of 5]

A really great book shows us how everything is great and worth to die for

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked that this story allowed Krissi to shine, even if it wasn't in a good situation. She's a very good character, but this is the first time she really stands out.

The story however is mostly told through Philip's point of view, and try as I might I just can't see Philip as the intellectual of the group. He comes off as more of a jock than a braniac.

Other than that, this is another incredible adventure!

[Mindy G. · Rating 5 out of 5]

PB*
What you frequently think, you start to become.
p. 52

[Jerry (Rebel With a Massive Media Library) · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Quickie Review

Things continue to get crazy for Becka Williams, her family, and her friends. The intensity and supernatural drama that have been prevalent throughout this series so far go even further. Scary stuff, but gripping nonetheless.

Content Concerns: Spiritual warfare is the topic, and it is depicted in rather lurid detail; if that would creep you or your kid out, you/he/she probably shouldn't read this.

Score: 4.5/5

[joyce lynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

ok, couldn't tell you if this was real or not. SEEMS like it was more sci-fi than anything, BUT ...

then again, as naive as i've always been, and as much as i'm TRYING not to get any more cynical ...

once more, good read for a christian youth

[Estelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

The entire Forbidden Door series, beginning with The Encounter, by Bill Myers, is excellent for juvenile Christian readers. Various spiritual/supernatural scenarios are addressed in this series which can empower young believers.

[Sunny Settoon · Rating 3 out of 5]

kinda scary, but i loved it anyway:)

[The Third Place A Teen Library]

F MYE fd bk.6

[10-11 Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aliens like ET are fake right? Well maybe. Becka, Ryan and their friends Krissi and Phillip are facing the most scary thing they have ever encountered.

[Patrick Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of their most dangerous battles yet.

[Peytyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good, but a little dark