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Son of Angels #2
Fire Prophet
What if you could actually see angels and fallen angels engaging in battle—and you were expected to join the fight?
It's been one year since Jonah Stone and his sister, Eliza, discovered that their mother is a nephilim, the product of a union between a human and a fallen angel, which makes them and their little brother, Jeremiah, "quarterlings," or one-quarter angel. After embarking on an epic journey to rescue their mother and the other nephilim, who were kidnapped by fallen angels, the Stone kids have enjoyed a little peace and quiet.
But when Jonah and Eliza are attacked by fallen angels at school, they learn that quarterlings all over the world are being targeted, and separating them from their parents is the only way to keep them safe. The kids undergo special training to help them discover their own unique angelic gifts, which come in handy when they embark on a mission to find a mysterious prophet who they believe holds the key to Abaddon's defeat in a massive battle between good and evil.
It's been one year since Jonah Stone and his sister, Eliza, discovered that their mother is a nephilim, the product of a union between a human and a fallen angel, which makes them and their little brother, Jeremiah, "quarterlings," or one-quarter angel. After embarking on an epic journey to rescue their mother and the other nephilim, who were kidnapped by fallen angels, the Stone kids have enjoyed a little peace and quiet.
But when Jonah and Eliza are attacked by fallen angels at school, they learn that quarterlings all over the world are being targeted, and separating them from their parents is the only way to keep them safe. The kids undergo special training to help them discover their own unique angelic gifts, which come in handy when they embark on a mission to find a mysterious prophet who they believe holds the key to Abaddon's defeat in a massive battle between good and evil.
272 pages, Paperback
First published December 11, 2012
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Jerel Law
15 books117 followersJerel Law is a gifted communicator and pastor with more than twenty years of full-time ministry experience. He holds his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (go Tarheels!), and a master of divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Jerel began writing fiction as a way to encourage his children’s faith to come alive. He lives in North Carolina with his family. Spirit Fighter is his first novel.
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January 21, 2022
Fire prophet is a book about Jonah Eliza Jeremiah, the rest of the quarterlings, and the nephilim. Jonah, Eliza and Jerimiah get attacked at school by fallen angels, angels show up to protect them. Jonah, Eliza and Jeremiah check out of school to go check on their family. When they got to their house they found their parents safe and sound, surrounded by angels. The angels said that the children would be safer away from their parents.The angels brought them to a church where they started Angel school to get better at their abilities. Jeremiah discovered his belt of truth. One day in front of the Church the fallen angels started attacking and the angels did not have enough troops. The fallen angels won the battle but they havent won the war.
February 7, 2013
Jerel Law has written a series on the level of Percy Jackson and Harry Potter for originality, action and the ability to draw the reader into this Christian-based tale of good vs. evil!
Book 2 of this series begins about a year after Jonah and Eliza Stone discovered they were part angel and had to rescue their mom from fallen angels. In this book, their younger brother, Jeremiah must also take up the fight. The kids discover that all of the quarterlings around the world are being targeted by fallen angels, after they were attacked at school. Jonah keeps hearing a voice in his head and seeing visions, someone is calling for his help.
All of the quarterling children are being called upon to train to fight the fallen angels and Abaddon in order to save the world. Separated from their parents, the children must learn to work together and have faith that God will protect them in the upcoming battle. Jonah, in particular feels the need to protect all around him as well as find the person who keeps calling to him.
What a wonderful way to introduce or reinforce Christianity and faith for younger readers! The battles were deadly, but not overpowering with gore. The gravity of the situations were apparent without being too intense, more like being seen through the eyes of young Jonah. Although infused with strong Christian fibers and messages, the overall action will enthrall middle grade readers who will identify readily with these kids! Well done from start to finish!
This copy was provided by NetGalley and Thomas Nelson in exchange for an honest review!
For more reviews, please visit http://tometender.blogspot.com/ and let us know what you think!
Book 2 of this series begins about a year after Jonah and Eliza Stone discovered they were part angel and had to rescue their mom from fallen angels. In this book, their younger brother, Jeremiah must also take up the fight. The kids discover that all of the quarterlings around the world are being targeted by fallen angels, after they were attacked at school. Jonah keeps hearing a voice in his head and seeing visions, someone is calling for his help.
All of the quarterling children are being called upon to train to fight the fallen angels and Abaddon in order to save the world. Separated from their parents, the children must learn to work together and have faith that God will protect them in the upcoming battle. Jonah, in particular feels the need to protect all around him as well as find the person who keeps calling to him.
What a wonderful way to introduce or reinforce Christianity and faith for younger readers! The battles were deadly, but not overpowering with gore. The gravity of the situations were apparent without being too intense, more like being seen through the eyes of young Jonah. Although infused with strong Christian fibers and messages, the overall action will enthrall middle grade readers who will identify readily with these kids! Well done from start to finish!
This copy was provided by NetGalley and Thomas Nelson in exchange for an honest review!
For more reviews, please visit http://tometender.blogspot.com/ and let us know what you think!
December 9, 2012
I received a copy of this book through BookSneeze in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick, easy read that was filled with action and adventure. It had a decidedly religious theme that I didn't find too overwhelming. If anything I found the way the religious theme was presented as very accepting. I liked how some of the other of the quarterlings were shown as not having a very strong religious background.
Even though I haven't read the first book of the series, and I really want to now, the background information wasn't too confusing. It was a book that you could almost read alone, but I really don't want to. I've fallen in love with Jonah, Eliza and their little brother, Jeremiah.
It was actually a book that made me see the Bible in an interesting manner I may just want to take the Bible in our home down off the shelf its been in and open it for the first time in 20 years or so because of this book.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick, easy read that was filled with action and adventure. It had a decidedly religious theme that I didn't find too overwhelming. If anything I found the way the religious theme was presented as very accepting. I liked how some of the other of the quarterlings were shown as not having a very strong religious background.
Even though I haven't read the first book of the series, and I really want to now, the background information wasn't too confusing. It was a book that you could almost read alone, but I really don't want to. I've fallen in love with Jonah, Eliza and their little brother, Jeremiah.
It was actually a book that made me see the Bible in an interesting manner I may just want to take the Bible in our home down off the shelf its been in and open it for the first time in 20 years or so because of this book.
September 29, 2013
Great Addition to a Rapid Paced Series
I totally enjoyed the first book in the series and jumped into this one immediately from the first. Now, I can’t wait to pick up the third. In this book, the characters grow in strength and character. They learn how to work with the other quarterlings. This is the perfect series to hook your children on with the battle of good and evil and the references to the Bible. It might just make them want to study the Bible a little to learn about those references. I would recommend this book to any child, though you might have to read it to one under nine. I also recommend it to anyone else who loves a supernatural fight of good vs. evil.
I totally enjoyed the first book in the series and jumped into this one immediately from the first. Now, I can’t wait to pick up the third. In this book, the characters grow in strength and character. They learn how to work with the other quarterlings. This is the perfect series to hook your children on with the battle of good and evil and the references to the Bible. It might just make them want to study the Bible a little to learn about those references. I would recommend this book to any child, though you might have to read it to one under nine. I also recommend it to anyone else who loves a supernatural fight of good vs. evil.
October 13, 2017
In the Fire Prophet I like that Jerel Law, included things of Elohim (nickname for God), and his Guardians and Angels. The best part was when Elohim sent "The Flaming Army" upon Abaddon’s fallen angels. What I also liked was that Johan was tested with other Angels. I also liked that Johan got ANOTHER chance to fight along with other angels, nephilims, & quaterlings.
May 17, 2017
This is the 2nd book of the Son of Angels series. Although it is designed for younger readers, I enjoyed the story as much as the first book.
June 11, 2020
This one is just as good as the first one I enjoyed it.👼😋😝
July 4, 2020
This is such a great series!!! I really like this book!!!
August 2, 2021
Great read! Good for children, great for adults too. Though Book is fiction, it Helps you to think about the spiritual warfare and it’s reality.
September 17, 2024
It’s a book for younger audience but still a fun read
August 25, 2025
Read this one in 2013 and loved it but one thing i would say is percy Jackson is miles better.
October 20, 2014
**Jerel Law wrote this in the acknowledgements and it applies both to the story and to real life: “…the One who has begun a good work in us will be faithful to carry it on to completion, and that our trials, while real today, will one day be old stories to tell.”**
My Review
Minor Spoilers
I consider this book worth more than 5 stars and I hope they make these books into one or more movies, the story is just that good! A year has passed since Jonah Stone rescued his mom and the others that were kidnapped by Marduk. Him and his sister, Eliza, have had a chance to sharpen their skills and live in peace. However, Jonah can’t relax. While his family is out enjoying themselves, he’s more on edge looking for anything demonic to appear. School is about to start, but Jonah is ready to fight.
Well, as it turns out the action in this incredible sequel starts almost immediately. The first day of school is when Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah get attacked. Their new guardian angel, Cassandra, is nowhere around and then the warrior angels show up. Jonah has now entered 8th grade, Eliza is in 6th grade, and Jeremiah is in 2nd grade. Instead of enjoying traditional school with its lockers, books, and grades these three will have to go into protective custody with the supernatural and enter angel school.
One sad thing about this story is that Jonah and his siblings must separate from their parents. It’s part of Elohim’s plan to protect both the kids and the parents in separate locations, but it’s not easy for the adults or the children. Angel school is wonderfully described and each of the kids must hone in on their spiritual skills with surprising results. It’s divided into 3 categories and is taught by angels (only one human among them): Angelic Combat, Scriptural Studies, and Spiritual Arts (prayer, fasting, scripture meditation).
My favorite part of this story is Jeremiah’s involvement. He was unable to help in Spirit Fighter, but now he’s in the story and it makes the book that much better :) We learn about his skill in this book and it’s SUCH a treat!!
As in the first book, Jerel Law brings the Bible to life once again in modern day New York City. There are references to the parting of the Red Sea, a chariot ride from the Canaanite army in Judges, Abaddon’s locusts from Revelation, David and Goliath, and two references from the story of Elijah. I’m writing this out casually, but in the story itself these occurrences are BRILLIANTLY illustrated and I could barely contain my excitement to seeing how the kids handled each scenario!! Let’s just say that the Bible is better understood and appreciated after reading this book :)
Also, if you’ve read Spirit Fighter, all the angelic characters return in this sequel which gave it even more appeal. The power of prayer is also explained in the spirit world through Jonah’s eyes. It’s value and holiness is experienced here in Fire Prophet in ways I hadn’t even considered. Jonah himself is struggling with his temper and his faith, but he is eager to learn and be used for Elohim. He takes his Bible and his silver watch as important tools that are most relevant in the plot. Trusting Elohim is the most important aspect of this book and that heartfelt belief is what gives Jonah his real strength.
There are several spiritual battles in this story and angels seemingly die, but there is nothing graphic or inappropriate for kids to read. This book is recommended for ages 9 and up. Demons are bullies and several times I felt like yelling, “Pick on someone your own size!!” However, the fighting in warfare is never fair and despite the help of angels throughout the story, trusting Elohim with your loved ones is required. So even though I detest bullies, in this story Jonah learns how to handle them and is stronger because of it.
Without a doubt, I highly recommend this book and I’m thrilled that I got the chance to review it. I praise God for writers like Jerel Law, I look forward to more of his books with the Son of Angels series or anything else he writes. Please visit his website to learn more about him and to sign up for his newsletter, http://www.jerellaw.com/
I want to thank Booksneeze and Thomas Nelson for the review copy they sent me. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.
RE-READ Oct. 2014 and LOOOOVED the story all over again! Such an encouraging book that brings biblical stories to life with these amazing kids, worth MORE than 5 stars :)
My Review
Minor Spoilers
I consider this book worth more than 5 stars and I hope they make these books into one or more movies, the story is just that good! A year has passed since Jonah Stone rescued his mom and the others that were kidnapped by Marduk. Him and his sister, Eliza, have had a chance to sharpen their skills and live in peace. However, Jonah can’t relax. While his family is out enjoying themselves, he’s more on edge looking for anything demonic to appear. School is about to start, but Jonah is ready to fight.
Well, as it turns out the action in this incredible sequel starts almost immediately. The first day of school is when Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah get attacked. Their new guardian angel, Cassandra, is nowhere around and then the warrior angels show up. Jonah has now entered 8th grade, Eliza is in 6th grade, and Jeremiah is in 2nd grade. Instead of enjoying traditional school with its lockers, books, and grades these three will have to go into protective custody with the supernatural and enter angel school.
One sad thing about this story is that Jonah and his siblings must separate from their parents. It’s part of Elohim’s plan to protect both the kids and the parents in separate locations, but it’s not easy for the adults or the children. Angel school is wonderfully described and each of the kids must hone in on their spiritual skills with surprising results. It’s divided into 3 categories and is taught by angels (only one human among them): Angelic Combat, Scriptural Studies, and Spiritual Arts (prayer, fasting, scripture meditation).
My favorite part of this story is Jeremiah’s involvement. He was unable to help in Spirit Fighter, but now he’s in the story and it makes the book that much better :) We learn about his skill in this book and it’s SUCH a treat!!
As in the first book, Jerel Law brings the Bible to life once again in modern day New York City. There are references to the parting of the Red Sea, a chariot ride from the Canaanite army in Judges, Abaddon’s locusts from Revelation, David and Goliath, and two references from the story of Elijah. I’m writing this out casually, but in the story itself these occurrences are BRILLIANTLY illustrated and I could barely contain my excitement to seeing how the kids handled each scenario!! Let’s just say that the Bible is better understood and appreciated after reading this book :)
Also, if you’ve read Spirit Fighter, all the angelic characters return in this sequel which gave it even more appeal. The power of prayer is also explained in the spirit world through Jonah’s eyes. It’s value and holiness is experienced here in Fire Prophet in ways I hadn’t even considered. Jonah himself is struggling with his temper and his faith, but he is eager to learn and be used for Elohim. He takes his Bible and his silver watch as important tools that are most relevant in the plot. Trusting Elohim is the most important aspect of this book and that heartfelt belief is what gives Jonah his real strength.
There are several spiritual battles in this story and angels seemingly die, but there is nothing graphic or inappropriate for kids to read. This book is recommended for ages 9 and up. Demons are bullies and several times I felt like yelling, “Pick on someone your own size!!” However, the fighting in warfare is never fair and despite the help of angels throughout the story, trusting Elohim with your loved ones is required. So even though I detest bullies, in this story Jonah learns how to handle them and is stronger because of it.
Without a doubt, I highly recommend this book and I’m thrilled that I got the chance to review it. I praise God for writers like Jerel Law, I look forward to more of his books with the Son of Angels series or anything else he writes. Please visit his website to learn more about him and to sign up for his newsletter, http://www.jerellaw.com/
I want to thank Booksneeze and Thomas Nelson for the review copy they sent me. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.
RE-READ Oct. 2014 and LOOOOVED the story all over again! Such an encouraging book that brings biblical stories to life with these amazing kids, worth MORE than 5 stars :)
January 9, 2013
RATING: 2.5
It felt like I read this book extremely quickly. And, in fact, I did, finishing in about 2 days, or maybe 3 hours or so of reading time. (I’m not certain whether to attribute the action laced throughout the book, my own interest level, the fact that I read it to myself and not the Littles, or simply because it’s written down to a lower reading level, but I’ll try to cover all these possibilities.)
The truth is, I enjoyed Spirit Fighter quite a bit when I read it to the Littles and I was anticipating this sequel. The story continues as can be expected and even adds grants Jeremiah, the youngest Stone sibling, a larger stage. (This may explain the lower reading level as the series hopes to expand readership?) Anyway, it seems Law tried to spread the action sequences throughout the entire book, which actually created something of a bipolar reading experience, with intense action and equally notable lulls. I felt like I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough during both, on the one hand to see what happened next (though it’s largely predictable) and on the other, to get back to some action.
And while I wasn’t sure how closely the series resembled the Percy Jackson books, I’m now sure that it’s probably not going to be a series that attracts too many non churched fans of Riordan's tales. The first book delivered distinct spiritual overtones, but it wasn’t overly “preachy,” avoiding too many “Christian codewords” and refusing to limit the storyline to a 3-bullet Sunday school sermonette. I have since read a few customer reviews to the contrary, so perhaps my tolerance for such overt messaging is high, but that only bolsters my next argument. FIRE PROPHET takes its position behind a pulpit and thumps the Bible proudly, which doesn’t necessarily limit the story, but definitely limits its audience.
The story itself is essentially the same as in the first installment: the Nephilim are at risk and the dark forces want to destroy all of their families. And for as powerful and threatening as these Nephilim are made out to be, it’s kind of odd that defending their existence is a task that befalls their children, who are half the half-angels their parent is, but that’s not exactly the point, I guess. In this episode, all the Nephilim are whisked away to an undisclosed location for their own safety, while all the quarterlings are held at a convent where they undergo training in the ways of spiritual warfare. Jonah and Eliza have something of a celebrity status because of their earlier adventures, which earns them respect, admiration, and disdain from their peers.
The training is largely where Law takes license to preach at the reader. I’m not going to nitpick at some of the theological points with which I disagree, but there are certainly plenty. The students learn about the power of prayer, Bible study, and worship from a broad ecumenical perspective. They also engage the pieces of spiritual armor with which they’ve been equipped. Apparently, the “full armor of God” isn’t for everyone - we each just get a piece or two - but I will not nitpick (a reminder to myself). Not surprisingly, the plot culminates in a huge battle and you can guess the outcome, I’m sure.
But all this is not to say that this isn’t a book worth reading for fans of the first book. I know the Littles are going to enjoy this immensely, but they fit the “church kid” demographic. If you know what you’re getting into and are okay with a fair portion of theology, this is another fine story. Slightly predictable and contrived, but that’s generally what we want anyway, if we’re being honest. And, personally, I’m still looking forward to March’s third installment, SHADOW CHASER. However, if you’re looking for a sneaky way to witness to your unsaved bookworm friend, you might do just as well throwing this book at their head.
--from TRudATmusic[dot]com[slash]raw 1/2/13
It felt like I read this book extremely quickly. And, in fact, I did, finishing in about 2 days, or maybe 3 hours or so of reading time. (I’m not certain whether to attribute the action laced throughout the book, my own interest level, the fact that I read it to myself and not the Littles, or simply because it’s written down to a lower reading level, but I’ll try to cover all these possibilities.)
The truth is, I enjoyed Spirit Fighter quite a bit when I read it to the Littles and I was anticipating this sequel. The story continues as can be expected and even adds grants Jeremiah, the youngest Stone sibling, a larger stage. (This may explain the lower reading level as the series hopes to expand readership?) Anyway, it seems Law tried to spread the action sequences throughout the entire book, which actually created something of a bipolar reading experience, with intense action and equally notable lulls. I felt like I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough during both, on the one hand to see what happened next (though it’s largely predictable) and on the other, to get back to some action.
And while I wasn’t sure how closely the series resembled the Percy Jackson books, I’m now sure that it’s probably not going to be a series that attracts too many non churched fans of Riordan's tales. The first book delivered distinct spiritual overtones, but it wasn’t overly “preachy,” avoiding too many “Christian codewords” and refusing to limit the storyline to a 3-bullet Sunday school sermonette. I have since read a few customer reviews to the contrary, so perhaps my tolerance for such overt messaging is high, but that only bolsters my next argument. FIRE PROPHET takes its position behind a pulpit and thumps the Bible proudly, which doesn’t necessarily limit the story, but definitely limits its audience.
The story itself is essentially the same as in the first installment: the Nephilim are at risk and the dark forces want to destroy all of their families. And for as powerful and threatening as these Nephilim are made out to be, it’s kind of odd that defending their existence is a task that befalls their children, who are half the half-angels their parent is, but that’s not exactly the point, I guess. In this episode, all the Nephilim are whisked away to an undisclosed location for their own safety, while all the quarterlings are held at a convent where they undergo training in the ways of spiritual warfare. Jonah and Eliza have something of a celebrity status because of their earlier adventures, which earns them respect, admiration, and disdain from their peers.
The training is largely where Law takes license to preach at the reader. I’m not going to nitpick at some of the theological points with which I disagree, but there are certainly plenty. The students learn about the power of prayer, Bible study, and worship from a broad ecumenical perspective. They also engage the pieces of spiritual armor with which they’ve been equipped. Apparently, the “full armor of God” isn’t for everyone - we each just get a piece or two - but I will not nitpick (a reminder to myself). Not surprisingly, the plot culminates in a huge battle and you can guess the outcome, I’m sure.
But all this is not to say that this isn’t a book worth reading for fans of the first book. I know the Littles are going to enjoy this immensely, but they fit the “church kid” demographic. If you know what you’re getting into and are okay with a fair portion of theology, this is another fine story. Slightly predictable and contrived, but that’s generally what we want anyway, if we’re being honest. And, personally, I’m still looking forward to March’s third installment, SHADOW CHASER. However, if you’re looking for a sneaky way to witness to your unsaved bookworm friend, you might do just as well throwing this book at their head.
--from TRudATmusic[dot]com[slash]raw 1/2/13
December 25, 2012
What if you could see into the spiritual realm and not only watch as angels and demons waged warfare, but actually take part in that struggle yourself?
For thirteen-year-old Jonah Stone, this is just part of the everyday reality he has come to know. In Spirit Fighter,we learned about Jonah and his role as a "quarterling" (one quarter angel), and how he saved his nephilim mother from the Evil One with the help of his sister, Eliza. In Fire Prophet, book two in Jerel Law's Son of Angels series, Jonah will learn more about his skills and responsibilities and even make some new friends along the way.
Synopsis...
It is one year after Jonah's crazy trek across New York City where he battled fallen angels, defeated a leviathan, and even learned to summon up some Jericho-like faith to make "the walls come tumbling down". Jonah has learned how to control his super angel strength and has had practice with some other spiritual weapons as well. Things seem fine in the town Peacefield as Jonah and his siblings, Jeremiah and Eliza, begin a new school year.
That is until they find out that Abaddon and his army of Fallen want all of the quarterlings and nephilim wiped from the face of the earth!
The safest thing for everyone is for the kids and their parents to separate. Along with the help of their new teachers, the quarterlings will learn all about the different spiritual weapons that are available to them, and the strongest one is the most unlikely of all. Will Jeremiah ever find his special gift? Will Jonah figure out who has been calling out to him in his dreams? Do the Stone kids have what it takes to trust in the power of Elohim and use that power to save the day?
Why I liked it...
I enjoyed this book just as much as its predecessor. Just when you think you know what's going to happen, Jerel Law takes you on the path you least suspect. He has a way of taking scripture and sewing it in to his work so effortlessly; the story would fall apart without this particular element, but at the same time does not come on too strong, wordy, or preachy.
I think its great when a work of fiction can really get kids asking questions about the Bible. I can just hear my daughter someday, when she reads this, saying to me, "Mom, are there really angels with swords?" To which I can reply, "Yes, honey, there are. Let me show you what the Bible says."
The Biblical basis for this story isn't merely an afterthought; the book stands on the foundation of God's Word, drawing the story and plot from truth. The author's imagination is a delight to explore with every page turn. From the unique way he has made the spiritual weapons of Ephesians 6 come to life, to his description of the Hidden Realm, Jerel Law's Fire Prophet is sure to keep readers of all ages asking for more.
Recommendation...
I highly recommend this book to anyone (middle grades and up) who enjoys Christian fiction at its best. If you like action and fantasy mixed with biblical truths and values, this book is for you. I am giving it five out of five stars. It has as many fun plot twists as Harry Potter and Fablehaven, the only difference is that I would actually allow my kids to read this book. If you have been searching for a book the whole family will enjoy, look no further, Fire Prophet is for you!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I received the ebook version through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program, and the print version through Tommy Nelson Mommy. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are wholly and completely my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
For thirteen-year-old Jonah Stone, this is just part of the everyday reality he has come to know. In Spirit Fighter,we learned about Jonah and his role as a "quarterling" (one quarter angel), and how he saved his nephilim mother from the Evil One with the help of his sister, Eliza. In Fire Prophet, book two in Jerel Law's Son of Angels series, Jonah will learn more about his skills and responsibilities and even make some new friends along the way.
Synopsis...
It is one year after Jonah's crazy trek across New York City where he battled fallen angels, defeated a leviathan, and even learned to summon up some Jericho-like faith to make "the walls come tumbling down". Jonah has learned how to control his super angel strength and has had practice with some other spiritual weapons as well. Things seem fine in the town Peacefield as Jonah and his siblings, Jeremiah and Eliza, begin a new school year.
That is until they find out that Abaddon and his army of Fallen want all of the quarterlings and nephilim wiped from the face of the earth!
The safest thing for everyone is for the kids and their parents to separate. Along with the help of their new teachers, the quarterlings will learn all about the different spiritual weapons that are available to them, and the strongest one is the most unlikely of all. Will Jeremiah ever find his special gift? Will Jonah figure out who has been calling out to him in his dreams? Do the Stone kids have what it takes to trust in the power of Elohim and use that power to save the day?
Why I liked it...
I enjoyed this book just as much as its predecessor. Just when you think you know what's going to happen, Jerel Law takes you on the path you least suspect. He has a way of taking scripture and sewing it in to his work so effortlessly; the story would fall apart without this particular element, but at the same time does not come on too strong, wordy, or preachy.
I think its great when a work of fiction can really get kids asking questions about the Bible. I can just hear my daughter someday, when she reads this, saying to me, "Mom, are there really angels with swords?" To which I can reply, "Yes, honey, there are. Let me show you what the Bible says."
The Biblical basis for this story isn't merely an afterthought; the book stands on the foundation of God's Word, drawing the story and plot from truth. The author's imagination is a delight to explore with every page turn. From the unique way he has made the spiritual weapons of Ephesians 6 come to life, to his description of the Hidden Realm, Jerel Law's Fire Prophet is sure to keep readers of all ages asking for more.
Recommendation...
I highly recommend this book to anyone (middle grades and up) who enjoys Christian fiction at its best. If you like action and fantasy mixed with biblical truths and values, this book is for you. I am giving it five out of five stars. It has as many fun plot twists as Harry Potter and Fablehaven, the only difference is that I would actually allow my kids to read this book. If you have been searching for a book the whole family will enjoy, look no further, Fire Prophet is for you!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I received the ebook version through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program, and the print version through Tommy Nelson Mommy. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are wholly and completely my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
September 8, 2013
FIRE PROPHET by Jerel Law
Book II of the SON OF ANGEL series
DESCRIPTION: (from Amazon)
What if you could actually see angels and fallen angels engaging in battle—and you were expected to join the fight?
It’s been one year since Jonah Stone and his sister, Eliza, discovered that their mother is a nephilim, the product of a union between a human and a fallen angel, which makes them and their little brother, Jeremiah, quarterlings, or one-quarter angel. After embarking on an epic journey to rescue their mother and the other nephilim, who were kidnapped by fallen angels, the Stone kids have enjoyed a little peace and quiet.
But when Jonah and Eliza are attacked by fallen angels at school, they learn that quarterlings all over the world are being targeted, and separating them from their parents is the only way to keep them safe. The kids undergo special training to help them discover their own unique angelic gifts, which come in handy when they embark on a mission to find a mysterious prophet who they believe holds the key to Abaddon's defeat in a massive battle between good and evil.
REVIEW:
Jonah and his siblings, Eliza and Jeremiah, have discovered that their mom is one of Nephilim, which are the children of Fallen humans and angels. Jonah has, with his angel gifts saved the Nephilim from the Fallen before. They are now hiding while being trained in war. But can, possibly, prayer save them? Does Jonah risk all to follow Elohim. There are characters That younger children could relate to, not so much YA.These characters show all kinds of emotions and traits. There's a lot of suspense, but the story goes at a nice clip. It is not real scary and you will not find violence in this book. The one thing I didn't care for was should prayer be associated with magical spells? You could say this is a way of showing God's power, on the other hand, you can say that prayer is associated with fantasy. Will children know the difference?Fire Prophet is the sequel to Spirit Fighter, last year's book. You will find a lot of action in this book from the start to the finish. Parents, just be sure your child understands the difference between fantasy and reality. If you feel your child does, then this is a wonderful read for them.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Ever wonder if the invisible things you hear about all the time - God, angels, the spiritual world, the power of prayer - are really...you know...real? And not only real, but huge, in a life-changing kind of way. So huge and real, in fact, that our very lives depend on seeing the unseen. Jerel Law wondered the same thing, and wondered what would happen if a couple of (seemingly) normal kids could see into this invisible world. That's how the Jonah Stone: Son of Angels series was born.
Jerel is captivated by stories about redemption. He is a gifted communicator and pastor with seventeen years of full-time ministry experience. He holds his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (go Tarheels!), and a master of divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Jerel began writing fiction as a way to encourage his children's faith to come alive. Spirit Fighter is his first novel, and part one of the Jonah Stone: Son of Angels series, published by Thomas Nelson. He lives in North Carolina with his family.
I'd give this book 3 STARS
I received a complimentary copy of this book, FIRE PROPHET, from the author, Jerel Law for this unbiased review.
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Book II of the SON OF ANGEL series
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What if you could actually see angels and fallen angels engaging in battle—and you were expected to join the fight?
It’s been one year since Jonah Stone and his sister, Eliza, discovered that their mother is a nephilim, the product of a union between a human and a fallen angel, which makes them and their little brother, Jeremiah, quarterlings, or one-quarter angel. After embarking on an epic journey to rescue their mother and the other nephilim, who were kidnapped by fallen angels, the Stone kids have enjoyed a little peace and quiet.
But when Jonah and Eliza are attacked by fallen angels at school, they learn that quarterlings all over the world are being targeted, and separating them from their parents is the only way to keep them safe. The kids undergo special training to help them discover their own unique angelic gifts, which come in handy when they embark on a mission to find a mysterious prophet who they believe holds the key to Abaddon's defeat in a massive battle between good and evil.
REVIEW:
Jonah and his siblings, Eliza and Jeremiah, have discovered that their mom is one of Nephilim, which are the children of Fallen humans and angels. Jonah has, with his angel gifts saved the Nephilim from the Fallen before. They are now hiding while being trained in war. But can, possibly, prayer save them? Does Jonah risk all to follow Elohim. There are characters That younger children could relate to, not so much YA.These characters show all kinds of emotions and traits. There's a lot of suspense, but the story goes at a nice clip. It is not real scary and you will not find violence in this book. The one thing I didn't care for was should prayer be associated with magical spells? You could say this is a way of showing God's power, on the other hand, you can say that prayer is associated with fantasy. Will children know the difference?Fire Prophet is the sequel to Spirit Fighter, last year's book. You will find a lot of action in this book from the start to the finish. Parents, just be sure your child understands the difference between fantasy and reality. If you feel your child does, then this is a wonderful read for them.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Ever wonder if the invisible things you hear about all the time - God, angels, the spiritual world, the power of prayer - are really...you know...real? And not only real, but huge, in a life-changing kind of way. So huge and real, in fact, that our very lives depend on seeing the unseen. Jerel Law wondered the same thing, and wondered what would happen if a couple of (seemingly) normal kids could see into this invisible world. That's how the Jonah Stone: Son of Angels series was born.
Jerel is captivated by stories about redemption. He is a gifted communicator and pastor with seventeen years of full-time ministry experience. He holds his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (go Tarheels!), and a master of divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Jerel began writing fiction as a way to encourage his children's faith to come alive. Spirit Fighter is his first novel, and part one of the Jonah Stone: Son of Angels series, published by Thomas Nelson. He lives in North Carolina with his family.
I'd give this book 3 STARS
I received a complimentary copy of this book, FIRE PROPHET, from the author, Jerel Law for this unbiased review.
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May 11, 2013
Originally posted on my blog: Zach's YA Reivews (zachsyareviews.com)
Review:
Protagonists: Once again Jonah Stone and his sister are swept away by their lineage, and tasked with a mission from God himself. Like the previous installment this one also has a spiritual message, on top of it's already deep spiritual roots. Last time it was to trust in God's plan, it's a little more vague, but it's still there and it's that we are all tasked with gifts and while others may be better at somethings there's still something you excel at. This time around there are fresh new faces as well as some old ones, and the siblings little brother, Jeremiah, really comes into his own as a character in this installment bringing a bit of comic relief as well as his own gifts.
World-Building: In addition to growing and newly developed powers, the Stones have company in the form of other quarterlings who join them to learn their own angelic powers. We get to see characters from the the first installment return, as well as characters that are linked to events shown in the first installment as well. We learn more about the hidden realm as well as learning more about prophets and their own abilities.We also learn more about the "full armor of God" powers these quarterlings can call upon. The only qualm I have with this series is that, while I understand that consistency is good for a Middle-Grade audience, I don't understand why the entire universe refers to God as Elohim, I get why Jonah and his family do, and I can think of reasons why the angels might as well, I just can't see the entire world of this series referring to God by one of his lesser known names. The same thing with the Devil being called Abaddon.
Predictability: This installment was much better in terms of predictability, it was trickier to find the significance of certain plot points and devices, and ever more surprising when I wouldn't have guess that was how they were used. I was caught of guard many times and usually always in the best ways possible, and while there were unpredictable moments that I didn't necessarily agree with, they surprised me nonetheless. While there were a few predictable moments, they only helped make the book even better.
Ending: The ending really tied the story together ad tethered it to it's Biblical roots. It raised questions and revealed twists in the story that were shocking to say the least. The ending was a cliffhanger that while not entirely agonizing does make you want to get to the next installment faster, which I just so happen to have right next to me to read for this second part of this review double feature day.
Rating:
Like the previous installment, this one was great and I loved reading it. That being said though I didn't like the unrealistic fact that everyone in this world refers to God as Elohim and the Devil as Abaddon, instead of their much more recognizable names. I also still wish that this could grow into more of an All-Ages Middle Grade series as I see the potential for a bit more complication in terms of wording and various events could make it much more adult friendly as well as kid friendly.
Review:
Protagonists: Once again Jonah Stone and his sister are swept away by their lineage, and tasked with a mission from God himself. Like the previous installment this one also has a spiritual message, on top of it's already deep spiritual roots. Last time it was to trust in God's plan, it's a little more vague, but it's still there and it's that we are all tasked with gifts and while others may be better at somethings there's still something you excel at. This time around there are fresh new faces as well as some old ones, and the siblings little brother, Jeremiah, really comes into his own as a character in this installment bringing a bit of comic relief as well as his own gifts.
World-Building: In addition to growing and newly developed powers, the Stones have company in the form of other quarterlings who join them to learn their own angelic powers. We get to see characters from the the first installment return, as well as characters that are linked to events shown in the first installment as well. We learn more about the hidden realm as well as learning more about prophets and their own abilities.We also learn more about the "full armor of God" powers these quarterlings can call upon. The only qualm I have with this series is that, while I understand that consistency is good for a Middle-Grade audience, I don't understand why the entire universe refers to God as Elohim, I get why Jonah and his family do, and I can think of reasons why the angels might as well, I just can't see the entire world of this series referring to God by one of his lesser known names. The same thing with the Devil being called Abaddon.
Predictability: This installment was much better in terms of predictability, it was trickier to find the significance of certain plot points and devices, and ever more surprising when I wouldn't have guess that was how they were used. I was caught of guard many times and usually always in the best ways possible, and while there were unpredictable moments that I didn't necessarily agree with, they surprised me nonetheless. While there were a few predictable moments, they only helped make the book even better.
Ending: The ending really tied the story together ad tethered it to it's Biblical roots. It raised questions and revealed twists in the story that were shocking to say the least. The ending was a cliffhanger that while not entirely agonizing does make you want to get to the next installment faster, which I just so happen to have right next to me to read for this second part of this review double feature day.
Rating:
Like the previous installment, this one was great and I loved reading it. That being said though I didn't like the unrealistic fact that everyone in this world refers to God as Elohim and the Devil as Abaddon, instead of their much more recognizable names. I also still wish that this could grow into more of an All-Ages Middle Grade series as I see the potential for a bit more complication in terms of wording and various events could make it much more adult friendly as well as kid friendly.
January 6, 2013
This is my joint review for both Spirit Fighter & Fire Prophet by Jerel Law:
Usually, I don't read much Middle Grade Fantasy novels. I enjoyed Harry Potter series and Neil Geiman's Graveyard Book, and was not so-impressed with The Chronicles of Narnia, but that's it. Son of Angels series by Jerel Law intrigued me with promises to be Christian answer to popular middle grade adventure series like Percy Jackson and the Olympians & The Kane Chronicles. Making Christianity and the Bible exciting for kids? I was curious how it will turn out.
Jonah Stone is just another 13 year-old boy with a loving family in a peaceful small town called Peacefield. His father Benjamin Stone is the pastor of Methodist church and his 11 year-old sister Eliza and 7 year-old brother Jeremiah are constant source of embarrassment and trouble but he loves them anyway. The whole perception of the world will change for Jonah when he finds out the truth:
"Johan, you are not entirely human. You're mostly human, just not... totally."
Jonah's mother is nephilim, half angel and that makes him one quarter angel - quarterling. Jonah is suddenly stronger and faster than his friends, one of the perks of having angel ancestors. But that's just the start of him discovering his powers and what is he capable to do. Turns out nephilims and quarterlings are very powerful creatures, and as always there is someone who wants to use them for bad and nefarious purposes. Good thing they will have help of Elohim (God) and his angels.
Frankly, this book was not as bad as I expected. Hmmm... That came out wrong. :) Actually, it was not bad at all. Story is told from Jonah's point of view and I liked that he's not perfect and that's he's often troubled by doubts, jealousy and other problems. Jerel Law painted a perfect picture of young coming of age boy. Sadly, all other characters pale compared to Jonah and feel a little shallow. While Jonah is painted with different shades of gray with white light of faith shining trough them, other characters are more black or white and not very complex.
How Christianity blended into middle grade fantasy book? I must admit, surprisingly well. There is some Bible quoting but not too much. And for some biblical creatures that attack Jonah, their origin and history is only hinted so I was intrigued and even thought about grabbing the Bible and looking for part where they are mentioned to learn more. So if you want to make your kids interested to learn more about Christian religion and they liked Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and similar books, Son of Angels series by Jerel Law may be just the thing for you. :)
I recommend this book to fans of: middle grade fantasy and adventure who don't mind having a little bit of Bible quotes and Christianity teachings added to the mix.
Disclaimer: I was given a free eBook by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a honest review. This text is also posted on Amazon and my blog.
Usually, I don't read much Middle Grade Fantasy novels. I enjoyed Harry Potter series and Neil Geiman's Graveyard Book, and was not so-impressed with The Chronicles of Narnia, but that's it. Son of Angels series by Jerel Law intrigued me with promises to be Christian answer to popular middle grade adventure series like Percy Jackson and the Olympians & The Kane Chronicles. Making Christianity and the Bible exciting for kids? I was curious how it will turn out.
Jonah Stone is just another 13 year-old boy with a loving family in a peaceful small town called Peacefield. His father Benjamin Stone is the pastor of Methodist church and his 11 year-old sister Eliza and 7 year-old brother Jeremiah are constant source of embarrassment and trouble but he loves them anyway. The whole perception of the world will change for Jonah when he finds out the truth:
"Johan, you are not entirely human. You're mostly human, just not... totally."
Jonah's mother is nephilim, half angel and that makes him one quarter angel - quarterling. Jonah is suddenly stronger and faster than his friends, one of the perks of having angel ancestors. But that's just the start of him discovering his powers and what is he capable to do. Turns out nephilims and quarterlings are very powerful creatures, and as always there is someone who wants to use them for bad and nefarious purposes. Good thing they will have help of Elohim (God) and his angels.
Frankly, this book was not as bad as I expected. Hmmm... That came out wrong. :) Actually, it was not bad at all. Story is told from Jonah's point of view and I liked that he's not perfect and that's he's often troubled by doubts, jealousy and other problems. Jerel Law painted a perfect picture of young coming of age boy. Sadly, all other characters pale compared to Jonah and feel a little shallow. While Jonah is painted with different shades of gray with white light of faith shining trough them, other characters are more black or white and not very complex.
How Christianity blended into middle grade fantasy book? I must admit, surprisingly well. There is some Bible quoting but not too much. And for some biblical creatures that attack Jonah, their origin and history is only hinted so I was intrigued and even thought about grabbing the Bible and looking for part where they are mentioned to learn more. So if you want to make your kids interested to learn more about Christian religion and they liked Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and similar books, Son of Angels series by Jerel Law may be just the thing for you. :)
I recommend this book to fans of: middle grade fantasy and adventure who don't mind having a little bit of Bible quotes and Christianity teachings added to the mix.
Disclaimer: I was given a free eBook by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a honest review. This text is also posted on Amazon and my blog.
January 12, 2013
**Originally on Read-A-holicZ, HERE!!**
I really liked Spirit Fighter (book #1, review HERE) and was really looking forward to continuing the story and see what else was going to come into Jonah Stone's life. And surprisingly, i LOVED this book a bit more than the first one :)
I guess since we already know about them being angels (1/4th) and fighters in this invisible battle between good & evil, we can easily get back into the story. What I liked was that it still kept the multiple POV's and this time we even see it through Abaddon's (the "devil" so to speak) point of view, which was cool & scary O_O
Yes, this book had higher stakes and a lot more characters we meet. I really love how the author can make so many characters that make me wish they were real because they sound like really interesting people to meet. There are some you like seeing again like Henry (now a warrior class angel) and Marcus & Taryn (whom are now teachers). We also meet some kinda mean characters like Fredrick, whom I didn't like much because I don't think he took things serious at the start BUT after reading the entire book, I felt he changed and he did and saved Jonah's life.
I liked the idea of "Angel School", it made it more real to the kids that they were fighters and A lot of things happen there. They get trained to use there skills and to also use the scripture and there faith as weapons too. Which is pretty cool. Jonah and his siblings grow more in there gifts and there faith.
AH! There is a lot of action in this book and the scripture is still incorporated nicely into them. There is still another plan to get rid of the nephilim and quarterlings. One thing i gotta say though, the ending to this book was so MUCH BETTER than the last one, well not better but more action packed and i did cry when a certain character "left", and we also learn something about Jonah that was like, "O_O I should have known" but really it was a GREAT ending to book #2.
Overall, this was a AWESOME continuation to Spirit Fighter and a great book to lose yourself in! Don't shun the series because it sounds religious because you will be missing some really good awesome action :D I LOVED this book and will be waiting eagerly for book #3! Great for MG kids and very enjoyable! 4.5/5 AMAZING STARS!
I really liked Spirit Fighter (book #1, review HERE) and was really looking forward to continuing the story and see what else was going to come into Jonah Stone's life. And surprisingly, i LOVED this book a bit more than the first one :)
I guess since we already know about them being angels (1/4th) and fighters in this invisible battle between good & evil, we can easily get back into the story. What I liked was that it still kept the multiple POV's and this time we even see it through Abaddon's (the "devil" so to speak) point of view, which was cool & scary O_O
Yes, this book had higher stakes and a lot more characters we meet. I really love how the author can make so many characters that make me wish they were real because they sound like really interesting people to meet. There are some you like seeing again like Henry (now a warrior class angel) and Marcus & Taryn (whom are now teachers). We also meet some kinda mean characters like Fredrick, whom I didn't like much because I don't think he took things serious at the start BUT after reading the entire book, I felt he changed and he did and saved Jonah's life.
I liked the idea of "Angel School", it made it more real to the kids that they were fighters and A lot of things happen there. They get trained to use there skills and to also use the scripture and there faith as weapons too. Which is pretty cool. Jonah and his siblings grow more in there gifts and there faith.
AH! There is a lot of action in this book and the scripture is still incorporated nicely into them. There is still another plan to get rid of the nephilim and quarterlings. One thing i gotta say though, the ending to this book was so MUCH BETTER than the last one, well not better but more action packed and i did cry when a certain character "left", and we also learn something about Jonah that was like, "O_O I should have known" but really it was a GREAT ending to book #2.
Overall, this was a AWESOME continuation to Spirit Fighter and a great book to lose yourself in! Don't shun the series because it sounds religious because you will be missing some really good awesome action :D I LOVED this book and will be waiting eagerly for book #3! Great for MG kids and very enjoyable! 4.5/5 AMAZING STARS!
January 28, 2013
Jonah Stone and his younger brother and sister, Jeremiah and Eliza, are quarterlings (one quarter angel). Abbadon, the ruler of evil, is determined to destroy the Stone children, every other quarterling, and the nephilim (half angels). Jonah and his siblings take refuge with the rest of the quarterlings and begin learning to use their angelic abilities to fight evil. The quarterlings’ parents, both nephilim and human, are taken to other secure locations for their own protection. Jonah, his brother and sister, and their new quarterling friends must work with the angels and use the unique gifts Elohim has given each of them if they are to save their parents and themselves from death.
When I first read the description of this book, it sounded like an amazing story full of action and lively battles between good and evil. While the book does contain these, it fell far from my initial expectations. Speculative fiction requires readers to suspend their disbelief and accept that the fantastical elements could really exist. Unfortunately, the first third of Fire Prophet contained too many ridiculous and clichéd elements for me to adequately suspend my disbelief. The story did improve after the first third and began to live up to the potential given in the book’s description. The spiritual battles were vividly described and drew me in, allowing me to almost experience them alongside the characters.
I say almost because of another set of issues that cropped up throughout the book. The frequent head-hopping and shifts to points of view other than the protagonists made it difficult to fully get into the story. Minor consistency issues also pulled me out of the story. I also started skimming over the repeated statements of the kids disappearing from the physical realm every time they entered the hidden realm. The first time or two they popped into the hidden realm, it made sense to mention that they suddenly vanished from the view of anyone in the physical realm. By the second half of the book, however, I felt as though the author didn’t think I would remember that going into the hidden realm meant the quarterlings were hidden from the sight of any nearby humans.
Over all, I think this is a book children in middle school could enjoy because of the fast-paced action and unique plot. I wouldn’t recommend it for high school aged kids, however. Despite being labeled a young adult novel, it reads more like an upper middle grade novel.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This review is based solely on the contents of the book and my experience reading it.
When I first read the description of this book, it sounded like an amazing story full of action and lively battles between good and evil. While the book does contain these, it fell far from my initial expectations. Speculative fiction requires readers to suspend their disbelief and accept that the fantastical elements could really exist. Unfortunately, the first third of Fire Prophet contained too many ridiculous and clichéd elements for me to adequately suspend my disbelief. The story did improve after the first third and began to live up to the potential given in the book’s description. The spiritual battles were vividly described and drew me in, allowing me to almost experience them alongside the characters.
I say almost because of another set of issues that cropped up throughout the book. The frequent head-hopping and shifts to points of view other than the protagonists made it difficult to fully get into the story. Minor consistency issues also pulled me out of the story. I also started skimming over the repeated statements of the kids disappearing from the physical realm every time they entered the hidden realm. The first time or two they popped into the hidden realm, it made sense to mention that they suddenly vanished from the view of anyone in the physical realm. By the second half of the book, however, I felt as though the author didn’t think I would remember that going into the hidden realm meant the quarterlings were hidden from the sight of any nearby humans.
Over all, I think this is a book children in middle school could enjoy because of the fast-paced action and unique plot. I wouldn’t recommend it for high school aged kids, however. Despite being labeled a young adult novel, it reads more like an upper middle grade novel.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This review is based solely on the contents of the book and my experience reading it.
January 1, 2013
Fire Prophet
Son of Angels ~ Jonah Stone
By Jerel Law
Fire Prophet is the second book in the Son of Angels series. Fire Prophet takes place nearly a year after the events of Spirit Fighter. Jonah and Eliza have been practicing with their angelic powers since they discovered that they were quarterlings (1/4 fallen angel and 3/4 human). But on the first day of the new school year they are attacked by fallen angels and the entire Stone family has to escape from Peaceful to New York City when Abaddon's fallen followers attack quarterlings around the world.
Soon the world's quarterling's are gathered together at the Convent of Saint John of the Empty Tomb for both safety and spiritual training. Meanwhile their parents are taken to another hidden location for safety. To Jonah's surprise his name is well known to the other quarterlings because of his rescue of the Nephilim the year before.
But as the quarterlings soon discover spiritual warfare is not based on one's own strength but on faith and prayer. Prayer is the most powerful weapon in their arsenal against the enemies of Elohim. As the children learn about the Armour of God they learn which of these spiritual gifts they are gifted with.
Jonah is having dreams and visions that seem to indicate that someone needs his help. But who needs his help and can he determine who it is before it is too late. Soon the quarterlings are under attack and their heavenly guard is being decimated by forces of the fallen. Jonah feels that the person he is to help is necessary to the survival of the quarterlings, so with the help of Eliza, Jeremiah, David he sets out to find the prophet in need of his help. But Abaddon is determined not only to stop Jonah and the quarterlings but to destroy them. In a race against time and evil, can they fight the good fight and win
There has been some discussion on various blogs and writing groups as to the appropriateness of fiction books that deal with half angelic beings walking the earth and whether this is Biblical. This something you will have to determine for yourself. But Fire Prophet leans heavily on Scripture and prayer as the weapons on which we are to wage spiritual warfare.
Overall Fire Prophet packs a lot of action into its pages and there are Biblical foundations upon which the story is based. All in all an enjoyable fast paced book that middle grade aged readers and up should be able to easily get caught up in.
For the purpose of this review the publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through BookSneeze.
Son of Angels ~ Jonah Stone
By Jerel Law
Fire Prophet is the second book in the Son of Angels series. Fire Prophet takes place nearly a year after the events of Spirit Fighter. Jonah and Eliza have been practicing with their angelic powers since they discovered that they were quarterlings (1/4 fallen angel and 3/4 human). But on the first day of the new school year they are attacked by fallen angels and the entire Stone family has to escape from Peaceful to New York City when Abaddon's fallen followers attack quarterlings around the world.
Soon the world's quarterling's are gathered together at the Convent of Saint John of the Empty Tomb for both safety and spiritual training. Meanwhile their parents are taken to another hidden location for safety. To Jonah's surprise his name is well known to the other quarterlings because of his rescue of the Nephilim the year before.
But as the quarterlings soon discover spiritual warfare is not based on one's own strength but on faith and prayer. Prayer is the most powerful weapon in their arsenal against the enemies of Elohim. As the children learn about the Armour of God they learn which of these spiritual gifts they are gifted with.
Jonah is having dreams and visions that seem to indicate that someone needs his help. But who needs his help and can he determine who it is before it is too late. Soon the quarterlings are under attack and their heavenly guard is being decimated by forces of the fallen. Jonah feels that the person he is to help is necessary to the survival of the quarterlings, so with the help of Eliza, Jeremiah, David he sets out to find the prophet in need of his help. But Abaddon is determined not only to stop Jonah and the quarterlings but to destroy them. In a race against time and evil, can they fight the good fight and win
There has been some discussion on various blogs and writing groups as to the appropriateness of fiction books that deal with half angelic beings walking the earth and whether this is Biblical. This something you will have to determine for yourself. But Fire Prophet leans heavily on Scripture and prayer as the weapons on which we are to wage spiritual warfare.
Overall Fire Prophet packs a lot of action into its pages and there are Biblical foundations upon which the story is based. All in all an enjoyable fast paced book that middle grade aged readers and up should be able to easily get caught up in.
For the purpose of this review the publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through BookSneeze.
January 9, 2013
First I have to say that Jerel writes these stories that absolutely draw you in and captures the attention of adults and children alike. When I read Spirit Fighter which is the first book it blew me away and I had my 11 year old son read it and he loved it. I have to say that is totally EPIC because he is in a stage in his life right now where he is hating to read so any book that captures him is a favorite book of mines because he will sit there and read it till he is finished. When he finished reading it he asked me when the second book was coming out so I looked it up and told him and he said mom I have to read it and so we read it together!
In Spirit Fighter we meet Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah Stone. They are siblings that have a happy life until someone kidnaps their mother. As they are planning on a way to get their mother back they find out she is a Nephilim which is a half human and half angel. They discover that they are what is called Quarterlings and they possess special abilities like their mother but not as strong because they are not full Angels or Nephilim.
As the children battle between good and evil to rescue their mother and the other Nephilim they discover they have a very big battle on hand but as long as they have God on their side and the Angels are helping them they will be able to rescue their mother and find out what is really going on.They battle hard and get their mother back and get some answers but not everything they need.
In Fire Prophet the Stone Kids have had some time to relax after fighting to get their mother and other Nephilim back. They are at school enjoying a normal day when they are attacked by Fallen Angels. They fight back and when they get home they find out that the Fallen Angels have been attacking and will stop at nothing to destroy the Nephilim and the quarterlings. The Stone children know they have a huge battle on hand so they decide to seperate from their parents and train together to see what their abilities are and to get stronger so they can fight the evil.
As they are training they discover that their is a prophet who can help them defeat Abaddon. They will have to locate this prophet in order to defeat Abaddon. Can they find this Fire Prophet in time or will it be to late? Can the prophet help? Will he help knowing how the Fallen Angels will attack anyone? Come along for the second book in this series that will grip you right from the beginning and have you reading faster and faster to see if the Stone children can defeat the devil again!
In Spirit Fighter we meet Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah Stone. They are siblings that have a happy life until someone kidnaps their mother. As they are planning on a way to get their mother back they find out she is a Nephilim which is a half human and half angel. They discover that they are what is called Quarterlings and they possess special abilities like their mother but not as strong because they are not full Angels or Nephilim.
As the children battle between good and evil to rescue their mother and the other Nephilim they discover they have a very big battle on hand but as long as they have God on their side and the Angels are helping them they will be able to rescue their mother and find out what is really going on.They battle hard and get their mother back and get some answers but not everything they need.
In Fire Prophet the Stone Kids have had some time to relax after fighting to get their mother and other Nephilim back. They are at school enjoying a normal day when they are attacked by Fallen Angels. They fight back and when they get home they find out that the Fallen Angels have been attacking and will stop at nothing to destroy the Nephilim and the quarterlings. The Stone children know they have a huge battle on hand so they decide to seperate from their parents and train together to see what their abilities are and to get stronger so they can fight the evil.
As they are training they discover that their is a prophet who can help them defeat Abaddon. They will have to locate this prophet in order to defeat Abaddon. Can they find this Fire Prophet in time or will it be to late? Can the prophet help? Will he help knowing how the Fallen Angels will attack anyone? Come along for the second book in this series that will grip you right from the beginning and have you reading faster and faster to see if the Stone children can defeat the devil again!
December 18, 2012
What I Liked:
There are so many things, I would have to re-write the book to tell them to you. So, I'll stick to a few:
1. I love that fact that even though I am an adult (or so my age tells me so) I still love this book meant for tweens.
2. I was grabbed by the characters and wanted to be in on their angelic fight.
3. The coolest thing by far, was seeing them discover and use their angelic gifts. I so want to rock the Shield of Faith, and the best part is that unlike other books I can have these gifts. (See Ephesians 6).
4. I think it is awesome that this book makes the Bible cool for all ages (ahem, 27-year-old here). It helped me understand things in the Bible that I never understood before. It helped me comprehend the significant role we play in the battle between good and evil. It helped me see the world more clearly.
What I Didn't Like As Much:
For me, the battles at the opening of the book were a little too easily fought. There didn't seem to be as much of a struggle. It was just like, "Oh yeah, just slaying a few fallen angels as I walk down the hallway at school." HOWEVER, I have not read the first book so I did not get the build up to the opening battle (my bad, not the author's). So, what I didn't like is really my fault not the story's fault. Which leads me to say: Pick up Spirit Fighter and read it before reading Fire Prophet if you want the first couple of chapters to be more compelling.
My Overall Rating:
Rating System:
5. Required Reading For Life. Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200. Will Re-Read.
4. Must Read if You Want to Totally Rock, But Not Punishable by Death if You Don't. Will More Than Likely Re-Read.
3. Good Read if You Are Interested In the Topic. May/May Not Re-Read.
2. Ok Read. Entertaining, but I Don't Plan On Reading it Again.
1. Eh. Not My Thing.
Drum roll please.........(the dots are the drum rolls, just picture it and go with me)............. I now pronounce that Fire Prophet officially, unequivocally, forever-ly, receives a.................. 4 on the Nikki Rivera Rating Scale.
Insert: Crowd going wild. Author crying, embracing his editor, agent, mom, dad, kids, dog, second grade teacher, etc.
Hope this helped in your decision to read/not read Fire Prophet. :)
Happy reading and many blessings,
Nicole L Rivera
There are so many things, I would have to re-write the book to tell them to you. So, I'll stick to a few:
1. I love that fact that even though I am an adult (or so my age tells me so) I still love this book meant for tweens.
2. I was grabbed by the characters and wanted to be in on their angelic fight.
3. The coolest thing by far, was seeing them discover and use their angelic gifts. I so want to rock the Shield of Faith, and the best part is that unlike other books I can have these gifts. (See Ephesians 6).
4. I think it is awesome that this book makes the Bible cool for all ages (ahem, 27-year-old here). It helped me understand things in the Bible that I never understood before. It helped me comprehend the significant role we play in the battle between good and evil. It helped me see the world more clearly.
What I Didn't Like As Much:
For me, the battles at the opening of the book were a little too easily fought. There didn't seem to be as much of a struggle. It was just like, "Oh yeah, just slaying a few fallen angels as I walk down the hallway at school." HOWEVER, I have not read the first book so I did not get the build up to the opening battle (my bad, not the author's). So, what I didn't like is really my fault not the story's fault. Which leads me to say: Pick up Spirit Fighter and read it before reading Fire Prophet if you want the first couple of chapters to be more compelling.
My Overall Rating:
Rating System:
5. Required Reading For Life. Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200. Will Re-Read.
4. Must Read if You Want to Totally Rock, But Not Punishable by Death if You Don't. Will More Than Likely Re-Read.
3. Good Read if You Are Interested In the Topic. May/May Not Re-Read.
2. Ok Read. Entertaining, but I Don't Plan On Reading it Again.
1. Eh. Not My Thing.
Drum roll please.........(the dots are the drum rolls, just picture it and go with me)............. I now pronounce that Fire Prophet officially, unequivocally, forever-ly, receives a.................. 4 on the Nikki Rivera Rating Scale.
Insert: Crowd going wild. Author crying, embracing his editor, agent, mom, dad, kids, dog, second grade teacher, etc.
Hope this helped in your decision to read/not read Fire Prophet. :)
Happy reading and many blessings,
Nicole L Rivera
January 12, 2013
3.5 stars!!
Did I enjoy this book: I did enjoy this book but not quite as much as I enjoyed Spirit Fighter. The first half of Fire Prophet was a bit slow. The action and excitement did not hit me until the last third of the book.
As with Spirit Fighter, this story is also about putting all of your faith and trust in God. The heroes - Jonah and Eliza - continue to rely on God to help them through the tough situations because they know that God knows what is best for each of them and what each of them can handle.
We are also introduced to Jonah and Eliza's little brother, Jeremiah, as well as David. Each of them, along with the other quarterlings that are on the earth, are sent to the Convent of Saint John of the Empty Tomb to learn more about the spiritual arts as well as to hone their angelic gifts. This is where the book really dragged for me. We knew they were at school, but the lessons were not told in much detail. I think it would have been more interesting to learn more about the lessons and the interactions between all of the quarterlings. I would have also enjoyed hearing more back story about the other quarterlings. I know Jonah is the main character, but it would give him some insight as to his purpose to learn more about the others. For example, David is a pretty integral part in Fire Prophet, yet we learn next to nothing about him. We get snapshots, but not a whole picture. That seems to be the case with most of the book...we get glimpses, a few bursts of action, but no follow through. No completion. Maybe we will find out more in a future book.
The two main lessons learned in Fire Prophet are the power of prayer and the armor of God. Those are good lessons to teach the middle grade, and older, reader. Sometimes we, as adults, forget these two lessons.
Would I recommend it: I would recommend this book. I did enjoy it and I like the series. I do want to see what will happen next.
Will I read it again: I probably will when my sons are old enough to read this series.
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Did I enjoy this book: I did enjoy this book but not quite as much as I enjoyed Spirit Fighter. The first half of Fire Prophet was a bit slow. The action and excitement did not hit me until the last third of the book.
As with Spirit Fighter, this story is also about putting all of your faith and trust in God. The heroes - Jonah and Eliza - continue to rely on God to help them through the tough situations because they know that God knows what is best for each of them and what each of them can handle.
We are also introduced to Jonah and Eliza's little brother, Jeremiah, as well as David. Each of them, along with the other quarterlings that are on the earth, are sent to the Convent of Saint John of the Empty Tomb to learn more about the spiritual arts as well as to hone their angelic gifts. This is where the book really dragged for me. We knew they were at school, but the lessons were not told in much detail. I think it would have been more interesting to learn more about the lessons and the interactions between all of the quarterlings. I would have also enjoyed hearing more back story about the other quarterlings. I know Jonah is the main character, but it would give him some insight as to his purpose to learn more about the others. For example, David is a pretty integral part in Fire Prophet, yet we learn next to nothing about him. We get snapshots, but not a whole picture. That seems to be the case with most of the book...we get glimpses, a few bursts of action, but no follow through. No completion. Maybe we will find out more in a future book.
The two main lessons learned in Fire Prophet are the power of prayer and the armor of God. Those are good lessons to teach the middle grade, and older, reader. Sometimes we, as adults, forget these two lessons.
Would I recommend it: I would recommend this book. I did enjoy it and I like the series. I do want to see what will happen next.
Will I read it again: I probably will when my sons are old enough to read this series.
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November 7, 2013
Fire Prophet is the second book in the Christian action Son of Angels, Jonah Stone series by Jerel Law. I do recommend reading (or listening to) this series in order. The first book in this series was Spirit Fighter. The series explores the idea of the children of angels, and their children discovering their heritage and fighting for the side of good against fallen angels here on earth. In Fire Prophet, the quarterlings, or individuals that are one-quarter angel; siblings Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah are attacked by fallen angels at school and discover that quarterlings are being targeted all over the world. The kids go into hiding and undergo special angel training to help them discover their own unique angelic gifts and harness the will of Elohim in order to do his will. In the process they meet other quarterlings, make friends and rivals, and have the task of sneaking out to rescue a kidnapped prophet, who just might hold the key to a battle between good and evil.
I listened to the audio book of Fire Prophet since I enjoyed Spirit Fighter, and had the electronic galley of the third book awaiting my attention. Kelly Ryan Dolan did a wonderful job with their narration, which can make a huge difference in any listener's enjoyment of the book. The action in this sequel is fast paced, with more scripture and faith based warfare then I remember from the first book. The character development of Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah is very well done, and I enjoyed the addition of the other quarterings to their unexpected adventures. They all face coming to grips with mortal danger, and with the idea that their faith and prayer are the best tools to protect themselves and destroy the evil around them.
I recommend Fire Prophet to those that read and enjoyed Spirit Fighter, and all those that want to read about all the magic and adventure you might find in other children's books with a deeply spiritual twist. While Spirit Fighter could really be enjoyed by those of any monotheist religion, Fire Prophet and the next book in the series Shadow Chaser are a little more Christian-centric. I have a copy of Shadow Chaser, and a review should follow shortly.
I listened to the audio book of Fire Prophet since I enjoyed Spirit Fighter, and had the electronic galley of the third book awaiting my attention. Kelly Ryan Dolan did a wonderful job with their narration, which can make a huge difference in any listener's enjoyment of the book. The action in this sequel is fast paced, with more scripture and faith based warfare then I remember from the first book. The character development of Jonah, Eliza, and Jeremiah is very well done, and I enjoyed the addition of the other quarterings to their unexpected adventures. They all face coming to grips with mortal danger, and with the idea that their faith and prayer are the best tools to protect themselves and destroy the evil around them.
I recommend Fire Prophet to those that read and enjoyed Spirit Fighter, and all those that want to read about all the magic and adventure you might find in other children's books with a deeply spiritual twist. While Spirit Fighter could really be enjoyed by those of any monotheist religion, Fire Prophet and the next book in the series Shadow Chaser are a little more Christian-centric. I have a copy of Shadow Chaser, and a review should follow shortly.
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April 23, 2014Dear Teacher,
Over the last week I read the story Fire Prophet. It was a really good booK. It was a good length but not to long, at about 250 pages. I chose this book because my brother had it and I needed a book to read,he didn't speak highly of it but I really enjoyed it.
The Fire Prophet is about kids that have special powers. Although in order to understand it you must know that angels are real and that they are a part of our world. The mother of the main kids in this book is a Nephilum, or a part angel. Since she is part angel they are partial angels too. They each have special powers and can enter a secret realm where we can't see them but they can see all the angels hidden from us. In this story a bad angel is trying to attack all the partial angels, so they are gathered and in the end are forced to fight even the young children. This book is amazing and I absolutely love it. The way that the story talked about how they could see the faith of people In the secret realm. I thought that was cool because they could see the reunion of the people all together which I think nips important for us to do. One literary element that stood out for me was the setting. The way that Jerel described it in such detail was amazing, also having it take place in a place where most people know, New York City, helped.
This book was amazing. It was probably one of the best stories that I have ever read, and would recommend it to anybody over the age of10. If you like books with action then this is for you. It does talk about god so it could be more for religious people, but I think that it was still good without talking about what gods are good and what aren't.
As a reader I find that I am starting to move from the younger fiction books to ones with more and action and mystery. I also feel that this is helping me to be reading more difficult books. I am doing good with my reading goals. I have been reading am little under the amount of pages I want when you give us time, but I am practically there. I hope next to get to my reading goals in time.
Sincerely,
Skylar
Over the last week I read the story Fire Prophet. It was a really good booK. It was a good length but not to long, at about 250 pages. I chose this book because my brother had it and I needed a book to read,he didn't speak highly of it but I really enjoyed it.
The Fire Prophet is about kids that have special powers. Although in order to understand it you must know that angels are real and that they are a part of our world. The mother of the main kids in this book is a Nephilum, or a part angel. Since she is part angel they are partial angels too. They each have special powers and can enter a secret realm where we can't see them but they can see all the angels hidden from us. In this story a bad angel is trying to attack all the partial angels, so they are gathered and in the end are forced to fight even the young children. This book is amazing and I absolutely love it. The way that the story talked about how they could see the faith of people In the secret realm. I thought that was cool because they could see the reunion of the people all together which I think nips important for us to do. One literary element that stood out for me was the setting. The way that Jerel described it in such detail was amazing, also having it take place in a place where most people know, New York City, helped.
This book was amazing. It was probably one of the best stories that I have ever read, and would recommend it to anybody over the age of10. If you like books with action then this is for you. It does talk about god so it could be more for religious people, but I think that it was still good without talking about what gods are good and what aren't.
As a reader I find that I am starting to move from the younger fiction books to ones with more and action and mystery. I also feel that this is helping me to be reading more difficult books. I am doing good with my reading goals. I have been reading am little under the amount of pages I want when you give us time, but I am practically there. I hope next to get to my reading goals in time.
Sincerely,
Skylar
December 17, 2012
Welcome to Marvelous Middle Grade Monday, hosted by Shannon Messenger. For my part today, I am reviewing the newly released Fire Prophet by Jerel Law.
The Story- Jonah, Eliza and Jeremiah Stone are quaterlings, ¼ angel. They have been blessed with special gifts to help fight evil. One day, fallen angels attack them at their school, and they are forced to flee for safety. The Stone family, now protected by warrior angels, learns that the devil and his fallen angels are trying to kill all half and quarter angels. To protect all the part angels, the half angel parents are taken to one place, and the quarterling children are hidden in a convent.
With angels as their teachers, the quarterling children gather together and begin learning to use their special gifts. Jonah feels that he has another mission to accomplish, and sneaks off with his sister Eliza to find a missing oracle.
But the battle is just beginning, and the forces of evil gather around the convent, waiting for war.
My Thoughts- A great action packed read for middle graders. I really enjoyed the premise of ¼ angel children developing gifts from God to fight evil. It does have a strong Judean Christian point of view. This book uses scriptures and biblical history as part of the story. I didn’t have a problem with this because it made perfect sense. In fact, it made more sense than a lot of the angel/fallen angel books out there. I’ve always wondered how authors are able to take God out of the equation. This one does a great job putting him in, and it adds depth to the story.
I really think kids will enjoy this book. It is book 2 in a series. The first is Spirit Fighter. I did not read the first book, and really it didn’t matter. Fire Prophet is a complete story, and they mention enough about the previous story that there are no gaps. I think it is a stand up story with some great values.
The Story- Jonah, Eliza and Jeremiah Stone are quaterlings, ¼ angel. They have been blessed with special gifts to help fight evil. One day, fallen angels attack them at their school, and they are forced to flee for safety. The Stone family, now protected by warrior angels, learns that the devil and his fallen angels are trying to kill all half and quarter angels. To protect all the part angels, the half angel parents are taken to one place, and the quarterling children are hidden in a convent.
With angels as their teachers, the quarterling children gather together and begin learning to use their special gifts. Jonah feels that he has another mission to accomplish, and sneaks off with his sister Eliza to find a missing oracle.
But the battle is just beginning, and the forces of evil gather around the convent, waiting for war.
My Thoughts- A great action packed read for middle graders. I really enjoyed the premise of ¼ angel children developing gifts from God to fight evil. It does have a strong Judean Christian point of view. This book uses scriptures and biblical history as part of the story. I didn’t have a problem with this because it made perfect sense. In fact, it made more sense than a lot of the angel/fallen angel books out there. I’ve always wondered how authors are able to take God out of the equation. This one does a great job putting him in, and it adds depth to the story.
I really think kids will enjoy this book. It is book 2 in a series. The first is Spirit Fighter. I did not read the first book, and really it didn’t matter. Fire Prophet is a complete story, and they mention enough about the previous story that there are no gaps. I think it is a stand up story with some great values.
February 15, 2013
Fire Prophet is the second book in the Son Of Angels Series. It has been one year since Jonah Stone and his sister, Eliza saved their mother from being turned into a fallen angel. Jonah and Eliza have been practicing their new found powers that come with being a nephilim. The only scary thing happening now is that it is the first day of school. Something doesn't feel right to Jonah. Something is off. After being attacked by bullies in the boys bathroom, Jonah collects his brother and sister and flee for home. They soon learn that all the halflings and their families are being attacked and taken by fallen angels. They have to do something.
In order to keep everyone safe the children are whisked away to a special place in New York City where they will receive special training in order to use their gifts when they rise up and defeat Abaddon. Jonah misses his parents but this is what they must do in order for everyone to be safe.
Jonah is having dreams and visions where someone is calling out to him for help. He can't see who this person is but he knows that he has to do something, he just doesn't know how. When the fallen angels arrive again, they are prepared to attack and this time they won't give up so easy. How in the world will Jonah keep his siblings and everyone else safe this time? Jonah knows that with God all things are possible. We have to depend on Him to take care of all of our needs.
This is another extraordinary book. A nice, clean book that you will love to share with your children. My teen and preteen have started reading the series and really enjoy them. We need more books like this to share with our children. I recommend this book for children of all ages.
In order to keep everyone safe the children are whisked away to a special place in New York City where they will receive special training in order to use their gifts when they rise up and defeat Abaddon. Jonah misses his parents but this is what they must do in order for everyone to be safe.
Jonah is having dreams and visions where someone is calling out to him for help. He can't see who this person is but he knows that he has to do something, he just doesn't know how. When the fallen angels arrive again, they are prepared to attack and this time they won't give up so easy. How in the world will Jonah keep his siblings and everyone else safe this time? Jonah knows that with God all things are possible. We have to depend on Him to take care of all of our needs.
This is another extraordinary book. A nice, clean book that you will love to share with your children. My teen and preteen have started reading the series and really enjoy them. We need more books like this to share with our children. I recommend this book for children of all ages.
December 20, 2012
Despite being one quarter angel and having succeeded in rescuing their mother from the forces of evil (in Spirit Fighter, the first book of the Son of Angels series), Jonah and Eliza are almost regular kids, just starting eighth and sixth grades respectively. But their lives quickly change when they are victims of a coordinated attack by Abaddon on worldwide Nephilim and their families, and this time, their younger brother, seven-year-old Jeremiah, is also involved. The angels decide to move the quarterlings to New York for safety—and so they can be trained in battle.
Cue a fast-paced and very visual story with a well-executed if basic good versus evil plot and some good battle scenes where Jonah and Eliza have to exercise their faith. The scenes where Jonah and Eliza were rapidly moving between the physical world and the spiritual realm had the potential to be confusing, and would certainly be more effective on TV. But they certainly made the point that the physical world and the spiritual world are both equally real, even if we can normally only se one.
Fire Prophet is aimed at children aged nine and up, so it does feel a little juvenile at times to the adult reader. But I liked it. It makes no apologies for the fact that we are in a spiritual battle, something us grownups and too easily forget. Yet Fire Prophet gets these truths across in an interesting and exciting manner. It is fiction, like Percy Jackson, but with a Biblical foundation. Recommended for boys, but girls will probably enjoy it too.
Thanks to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
Cue a fast-paced and very visual story with a well-executed if basic good versus evil plot and some good battle scenes where Jonah and Eliza have to exercise their faith. The scenes where Jonah and Eliza were rapidly moving between the physical world and the spiritual realm had the potential to be confusing, and would certainly be more effective on TV. But they certainly made the point that the physical world and the spiritual world are both equally real, even if we can normally only se one.
Fire Prophet is aimed at children aged nine and up, so it does feel a little juvenile at times to the adult reader. But I liked it. It makes no apologies for the fact that we are in a spiritual battle, something us grownups and too easily forget. Yet Fire Prophet gets these truths across in an interesting and exciting manner. It is fiction, like Percy Jackson, but with a Biblical foundation. Recommended for boys, but girls will probably enjoy it too.
Thanks to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
January 12, 2013
Fire Prophet, the second book in the Son of Angels series finds Jonah and Eliza Stone one year later and busier than ever.
This second offering in what is proving to be a wonderful middle grade Christian based series, is packed with all of the action, positivity, and biblically based principles of the first book and so much more.
Jonah, Eliza, and even Jeremiah are allowed to shine even more this time, as they separate from their parents and hone their angelic skills at Angel School; in preparation for their biggest mission yet.
This story just keeps getting better. Now that all of the Stone children have been activated in their angelic roles and they are able to interact with other angelic beings of their kind; readers really get to see them grow in more personal ways.
They also get to expand their horizons by dealing with characters of different cultures and who aren't as "religious" as they are.
With a message geared more toward "the power of prayer" and story happening on both the physical and spiritual realms; this story seems even more biblically connected than the first without being preachy.
There are scriptures woven through the story in the same unobtrusive manner as the first book, but the action here is ratcheted to a higher level. There is the good angels vs. bad angels fight coupled with a mission to find a person who could be crucial to the survival of the "quarterlings."
This series is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf and one that the whole family can enjoy.
This is my honest review of a literary work.
To see this review in it's entirety go to: http://www.wtfareyoureading.com/2013/...
This second offering in what is proving to be a wonderful middle grade Christian based series, is packed with all of the action, positivity, and biblically based principles of the first book and so much more.
Jonah, Eliza, and even Jeremiah are allowed to shine even more this time, as they separate from their parents and hone their angelic skills at Angel School; in preparation for their biggest mission yet.
This story just keeps getting better. Now that all of the Stone children have been activated in their angelic roles and they are able to interact with other angelic beings of their kind; readers really get to see them grow in more personal ways.
They also get to expand their horizons by dealing with characters of different cultures and who aren't as "religious" as they are.
With a message geared more toward "the power of prayer" and story happening on both the physical and spiritual realms; this story seems even more biblically connected than the first without being preachy.
There are scriptures woven through the story in the same unobtrusive manner as the first book, but the action here is ratcheted to a higher level. There is the good angels vs. bad angels fight coupled with a mission to find a person who could be crucial to the survival of the "quarterlings."
This series is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf and one that the whole family can enjoy.
This is my honest review of a literary work.
To see this review in it's entirety go to: http://www.wtfareyoureading.com/2013/...
January 11, 2013
'Fire Prophet' is the second book in the middle grade Christian fantasy Son of Angels series. It picks up where the first book left off, after main characters Jonah and Eliza Stone discovered they were part angel and had to rescue their mom from fallen angels. In this book, Jonah and Eliza are attacked by fallen angels at their school, only to discover that quarterlings from all over the world are being attacked and targeted. In order to find out what's really happening and how to stop it, the Stone siblings must go on a journey to find a prophet who is supposed to hold the key to stopping Abaddon and the battle he threatens to wage on earth.
This is an interesting and exciting continuation to the series. It's full of action, adventure, mystery, and lots of fantasy. It's Christian fiction, so the plot revolves heavily on Christian ideas and themes - like God, prayer, scripture, and faith. The story is fun and fast paced without being too confusing for younger readers. The writing was well done and flowed at a good rate. I enjoyed the detail and description that the author put into the characters and the plot - it added a great new layer to the series. The characters were all pretty well rounded and easy to identify with, especially Jonah and Eliza. They have their flaws and weaknesses, which makes them more realistic. Overall, this is a great MG Christian fantasy series that kids of all ages will enjoy all while receiving a positive message.
Disclosure: I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
This is an interesting and exciting continuation to the series. It's full of action, adventure, mystery, and lots of fantasy. It's Christian fiction, so the plot revolves heavily on Christian ideas and themes - like God, prayer, scripture, and faith. The story is fun and fast paced without being too confusing for younger readers. The writing was well done and flowed at a good rate. I enjoyed the detail and description that the author put into the characters and the plot - it added a great new layer to the series. The characters were all pretty well rounded and easy to identify with, especially Jonah and Eliza. They have their flaws and weaknesses, which makes them more realistic. Overall, this is a great MG Christian fantasy series that kids of all ages will enjoy all while receiving a positive message.
Disclosure: I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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