The Thief

The Truth Chronicles #4

by Tim Chaffey, Joe Westbrook

What happens when a top secret project falls into the wrong hands? A new school year delivers more fun, adventure, and peril for the teens from Silicon Valley Prep. While facing challenges for their newfound faith from skeptics and believers, Jax and Izzy invent a way to make time travel safer. JT and Micky aim to repeat as science fair champions, but devastation strikes when someone with dangerous intentions takes an interest in their work. One mistake could bring consequences far greater than they ever imagined. "I loved the way biblical truths are placed throughout this great page-turner that keeps you wondering what will happen next. Experience the trials, frustrations, and successes as the story unfolds. The authors have done an excellent job. Be sure to read The Thief !" -- Buddy Davis, singer, songwriter, adventurer

Genres: Science Fiction, Christian Fiction

150 pages, Paperback

First published March 8, 2012

Reviews

[Broheros · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.6 stars

Book 4 focused on what it did best- avoiding action sequences and focusing on the characters and theology. Still far from anything special, but a nice read that reminds me of good answers to common arguments!

[Brunetta Lafara Lingg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another Cliffhanger

I was very happy reading this. Until I reached the End of the Book which wasn't the End of the Story. At least I have all of the Books so that I can continue reading with no delay!

[TBNR · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I love this series with technology. I hope they make more like it. I am eager to read the next title in the series!

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The Thief" is the start of a new adventure for Jax, Izzy, JT, and Micky. This story opens nine months after "The Rescue" ends, when the kids are gearing up for another science fair at their school. The guys are working on building a cloaking device, while the girls are attempting to invent a matter transporter. First, though, they're off on school nature trip which will afford them plenty of opportunities to enjoy God's creation and see if what they are finding lines up with what they have learned on their trips back through time.

One thing I enjoyed about this book was that JT had more of a leading role. She and Micky get to have lots of scenes together. Micky still isn't convinced that the Bible is true, and is sure that with time and opportunity she'll be able to prove the others wrong.

Pastor RIch, the much-loved youth pastor who has meant so much to JT and the gang, gets his own subplot as we follow him on a mission trip to the Middle East. Although he knows he is risking his life to distribute Bibles to underground churches, his faith is strengthened as he sees God make a way for His Word to reach people who have never had their own copy of the Scriptures.

When our group of time travelers find out that some of their inventions have been broken and stolen, the kids are off on an adventure that will carry them into Book 5. I flew through Books 4 and 5, not wanting to put them down! Be watching for my review of "The Chase" to be posted soon.

I received my copy of the book from the author in exchange for this honest review. All opinions are my own.

This review originated at http://reviewsbyerin.livejournal.com

[Shannon Skaer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Number four in the series offered some great plot twists, along with a glimpse of early post flood peoples (score!). As a lover of ancient history, I was fascinated by the depictions of humans interacting with dinosaurs, as well as some beautifully nerdy discussions about time travel. This book also saw the characters become more fully developed, as well as some action in our time period. I'm looking forward to the next book!

[Andrew · Rating 4 out of 5]

finished these 3 books in 3 days camping i have really enjoyed them and am going to get that 5th book one way or another (it ends at a cliff hanger,)