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Eyes Wide Open #3
Unseen
Eyes Wide Open continues with UNSEEN, the third of four episodic ebooks from New York Times bestselling author Ted Dekker.
Who am I?
My name is Christy Snow. I'm seventeen and I'm about to die.
I'm buried in a coffin under tons of concrete. No one knows where I am. My heart sounds like a monster with clobber feet, running straight toward me. I'm lying on my back, soaked with sweat from the hair on my head to the soles of my feet. My hands and feet won't stop shaking.
Some will say that I m not really here. Some will say I'm delusional. Some will say that I don t even exist. But who are they? I'm the one buried in a grave.
My name is Christy Snow. I'm seventeen. I'm about to die.
So who are you?
In a return to the kind of storytelling that made Black, Showdown and Three unforgettable, Ted Dekker drags that question into the light with this modern day parable about how we see ourselves.
Humming with intensity and blindsided twists, Eyes Wide Open is raw adrenaline from the first page to the last pure escapism packed with inescapable truth. Not all is as it seems. Or is it? Strap yourself in for the ride of your life. Literally. (Young Adult)
Who am I?
My name is Christy Snow. I'm seventeen and I'm about to die.
I'm buried in a coffin under tons of concrete. No one knows where I am. My heart sounds like a monster with clobber feet, running straight toward me. I'm lying on my back, soaked with sweat from the hair on my head to the soles of my feet. My hands and feet won't stop shaking.
Some will say that I m not really here. Some will say I'm delusional. Some will say that I don t even exist. But who are they? I'm the one buried in a grave.
My name is Christy Snow. I'm seventeen. I'm about to die.
So who are you?
In a return to the kind of storytelling that made Black, Showdown and Three unforgettable, Ted Dekker drags that question into the light with this modern day parable about how we see ourselves.
Humming with intensity and blindsided twists, Eyes Wide Open is raw adrenaline from the first page to the last pure escapism packed with inescapable truth. Not all is as it seems. Or is it? Strap yourself in for the ride of your life. Literally. (Young Adult)
143 pages, ebook
First published January 3, 2013
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January 8, 2013
Part 3 of Eyes Wide Open came out yesterday, and I devoured it yesterday. I'm really digging this serial format.
Christy finally just breaks in this book, and Austin is so close you can taste it, and I even though he was going to at one point.
While reading the book there were a couple plot holes that I thought were going to just be ignored (like how in the world do you keep the murder of Fisher a secret?) but he did a good job in this segment of the book tying it up and adding to the mystery of the institute.
The pieces of the puzzle are finally coming together after conflict comes to a head in the RN Nancy's office, and it really leaves you on a nice cliffhanger propelling you to the next segment.
Ted Dekker does a really good job of keeping the "is it real or is it not" charade going. And it's hard for me to wait till next week for this final installment. But wait I must, and I'll be buying and reading as soon as it comes out.
Christy finally just breaks in this book, and Austin is so close you can taste it, and I even though he was going to at one point.
While reading the book there were a couple plot holes that I thought were going to just be ignored (like how in the world do you keep the murder of Fisher a secret?) but he did a good job in this segment of the book tying it up and adding to the mystery of the institute.
The pieces of the puzzle are finally coming together after conflict comes to a head in the RN Nancy's office, and it really leaves you on a nice cliffhanger propelling you to the next segment.
Ted Dekker does a really good job of keeping the "is it real or is it not" charade going. And it's hard for me to wait till next week for this final installment. But wait I must, and I'll be buying and reading as soon as it comes out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 31, 2015
Austin is breaking. Christy already has.
Ted Dekker is just a genius!!!!
The ending is so cut off! Shit, need to start the last one KNOW!
Ted Dekker is just a genius!!!!
The ending is so cut off! Shit, need to start the last one KNOW!
January 16, 2013
I wrote a review for entire novel on my blog and am posting at each book section. The start of Unseen had me feeling crazy but the ending was so endearing, I loved it. www.hookofabook.wordpress.com
Review
Identity (Book 1), Mirrors (Book 2), Unseen (Book 3) and Seer (Book 4) are all part of a four episode thrill ride from New York Times bestselling author Ted Dekker. Combined, these sections puzzle together an almost 300-page book called Eyes Wide Open. First launched at the end of December with the free Identity, it continued at a one book per week serial pace and are now all currently available in e-book format separately. In February, all will combine as Eyes Wide Open for purchase as a paperback. I love the covers of each book too, which I'll show throughout the post. They are amazing and fit the story perfectly! Great symbolism!
Ted Dekker is one of my top five favorite authors of all time in any genre. When he sent out an e-mail asking his loyal readers to sign-up for an exciting release, and offered the first section free, I jumped at the chance to check it out. Identity really held my interest and I moved through it in an hour or less and couldn't wait for the next installment. The action was intense and I felt like the main character, Christy, fell through the proverbial Wonderland rabbit hole and into a milder version of an evil asylum all to end up popping through (instead of in) a coat closet to Narnia.
My head was spinning throughout Mirrors and I was as confused as the characters were. The Wonderland analogy in a demented and diluted sort of way kept appearing to me as well as similar allegorical themes such as sometimes illusions can seem so real that they become real. I was really confused and a little horrified (which is a good thing) by the beginning of Unseen, but parts of it also really touched my heart and I could relate to this message. It's one I struggle with. It is a Christian message, more clear than in most any other book I've read by him, but for me, so endearing. Really, anyone can use a reminder on the message of hope and beauty. It is about humankind and love. I wish so much I could tell you, but I don't want to spoil it for you.
I couldn't wait for Seer to hit for purchase this week and luckily enough it came early. And with it, as I read it, came an enlightenment on the entire book, as how we stumble sometimes upon an enlightenment in our life. I was so happy and fulfilled. We need to sometimes not just "take off our rose-colored glasses" but also put on our lenses (or lamps as in the book) and see our light and "the" light. Dekker, through the other characters, reminds us that everyone's timing and road is different. Just as some of the other characters weren't complete by the end, I was also left hoping for more about a mysterious stranger we are introduced to in book 3 and 4. At the end of Seer, I was pleasantly surprised and excited to see that he announced a new novel (maybe a series) focusing on this character and probably some of the other characters we already grew to know and feel compassion for.
I will always want to read anything he likes and I won't judge if I'll continue to read him or not based on any certain book or series. Why? Because he is always pushing his own boundaries as well as ours as readers; he's trying new things and taking risks. Sometimes that works better than other times, but he always entertains as well as makes a reader think (as long as that reader is willing to think).
He is a Christian author and sometimes his books are allegorical in nature, but many of his suspense thrillers can be read by anyone who just loves straight mind-bending psychological suspense. He doesn't always sell himself as a Christian author. However, in this series none of the marketing materials or content (plus he self-published using his Outlaw Studios so there isn't any Christian publisher involved) mentioned that there would be a Christian message. He already has some secular horror and suspense readers up in arms over there being no "warning." Is that something that needs to be done? What do you think? I thought the message was an important one, whether you are a Christian or not, and anyone of any belief could find inspiring and motivational insight behind the message he presents in this book.
In regards to his marketing choices as well, he also didn't really announce it as a young adult novel. Reading his other books, I felt the writing style was plainer and thought it didn't quite feel like him. Anyone reading him for the first time should not judge his other works on this. I felt that he either rushed this plot and prose and didn't polish it up, or he meant it for young adults. Without him saying which, I struggled with the whole book on this point since I was caught off guard. Again, as with the point previously mentioned, maybe he wanted to gain as many readers as possible to get to a #1 Amazon spot, but I feel he did himself a small injustice as an author.
Also, I bet if he announced as young adult appropriate, which it was, he would have gotten more readers. Many of his books teens probably shouldn't read due to their nature so parents wouldn't know to purchase for their kids too. It is totally teen appropriate and the message such a good learning point for them. It needs on a YA list! When doing research for this blog (there is nothing up on his website as of 1/15/2013) it took me days to find any reference to it being a young adult genre, which I finally spotted on an Amazon synopsis (you can see for yourself on the synopsis I posted from there).
The only other final thing I have to remark on, and I hate to do it to my favorite author, but he really needed to slow down with this book. He really needed to hire an editor and if he did, he needs his money back. This was the most awful display of missed words and errors that I have ever seen in a bestselling author. Many times I got held up on a word that was missing and I am fast reader who skims. I don't know how many times I remarked on this. It made me feel as if he just didn't put the care into it. Yes, the first book was free but his reputation is on the line with new readers. What kind of impression is this? Also, the next three books were $2.99 each for about 100 pages each...that is quite a bit of money for me to spend--$10 for a 300 page e-book. We have a collection of his books on our shelf too, if we wanted to get the combined paperback in February it would be another $14.99 and how do I know that the errors will be corrected?? He may get away with leaning on the fact that people like me who are dire hard fans will purchase anyway, but really we should still get our money's worth. If you are going to self-publish more works Ted Dekker, please hire an editor (I'm available!!).
That said, readers and Ted too, don't take me wrong. I am a marketer and PR person by trade and I tend to have an eye that looks towards these issues. I know that Ted Dekker took a big gamble on self-publishing, which means he has to write and market his own books. (I'm happy to offer advice!)
Overall, it was a great new endeavor in taking a risk and trying several new things which are serial e-books, making a prequel so huge that everyone wants to join the club for what's coming up next, offering his first free e-book section to create a buzz, and for him, self-publishing. I'm glad I was paying attention to his Facebook page and was already signed-up to receive his e-mail messages. It's how I knew about the book coming out...his website doesn't have any info. He really does treat his loyal fans well, so if you are a fan, be sure to sign-up on his website to get email notices or follow his Facebook updates.
I loved the story overall. It messed with my mind and made me think and cry and wonder all at various times. It felt surreal and yet real and it took ahold of my thoughts for weeks. I'd recommend the read and I really can't wait for the next novel.
Review
Identity (Book 1), Mirrors (Book 2), Unseen (Book 3) and Seer (Book 4) are all part of a four episode thrill ride from New York Times bestselling author Ted Dekker. Combined, these sections puzzle together an almost 300-page book called Eyes Wide Open. First launched at the end of December with the free Identity, it continued at a one book per week serial pace and are now all currently available in e-book format separately. In February, all will combine as Eyes Wide Open for purchase as a paperback. I love the covers of each book too, which I'll show throughout the post. They are amazing and fit the story perfectly! Great symbolism!
Ted Dekker is one of my top five favorite authors of all time in any genre. When he sent out an e-mail asking his loyal readers to sign-up for an exciting release, and offered the first section free, I jumped at the chance to check it out. Identity really held my interest and I moved through it in an hour or less and couldn't wait for the next installment. The action was intense and I felt like the main character, Christy, fell through the proverbial Wonderland rabbit hole and into a milder version of an evil asylum all to end up popping through (instead of in) a coat closet to Narnia.
My head was spinning throughout Mirrors and I was as confused as the characters were. The Wonderland analogy in a demented and diluted sort of way kept appearing to me as well as similar allegorical themes such as sometimes illusions can seem so real that they become real. I was really confused and a little horrified (which is a good thing) by the beginning of Unseen, but parts of it also really touched my heart and I could relate to this message. It's one I struggle with. It is a Christian message, more clear than in most any other book I've read by him, but for me, so endearing. Really, anyone can use a reminder on the message of hope and beauty. It is about humankind and love. I wish so much I could tell you, but I don't want to spoil it for you.
I couldn't wait for Seer to hit for purchase this week and luckily enough it came early. And with it, as I read it, came an enlightenment on the entire book, as how we stumble sometimes upon an enlightenment in our life. I was so happy and fulfilled. We need to sometimes not just "take off our rose-colored glasses" but also put on our lenses (or lamps as in the book) and see our light and "the" light. Dekker, through the other characters, reminds us that everyone's timing and road is different. Just as some of the other characters weren't complete by the end, I was also left hoping for more about a mysterious stranger we are introduced to in book 3 and 4. At the end of Seer, I was pleasantly surprised and excited to see that he announced a new novel (maybe a series) focusing on this character and probably some of the other characters we already grew to know and feel compassion for.
I will always want to read anything he likes and I won't judge if I'll continue to read him or not based on any certain book or series. Why? Because he is always pushing his own boundaries as well as ours as readers; he's trying new things and taking risks. Sometimes that works better than other times, but he always entertains as well as makes a reader think (as long as that reader is willing to think).
He is a Christian author and sometimes his books are allegorical in nature, but many of his suspense thrillers can be read by anyone who just loves straight mind-bending psychological suspense. He doesn't always sell himself as a Christian author. However, in this series none of the marketing materials or content (plus he self-published using his Outlaw Studios so there isn't any Christian publisher involved) mentioned that there would be a Christian message. He already has some secular horror and suspense readers up in arms over there being no "warning." Is that something that needs to be done? What do you think? I thought the message was an important one, whether you are a Christian or not, and anyone of any belief could find inspiring and motivational insight behind the message he presents in this book.
In regards to his marketing choices as well, he also didn't really announce it as a young adult novel. Reading his other books, I felt the writing style was plainer and thought it didn't quite feel like him. Anyone reading him for the first time should not judge his other works on this. I felt that he either rushed this plot and prose and didn't polish it up, or he meant it for young adults. Without him saying which, I struggled with the whole book on this point since I was caught off guard. Again, as with the point previously mentioned, maybe he wanted to gain as many readers as possible to get to a #1 Amazon spot, but I feel he did himself a small injustice as an author.
Also, I bet if he announced as young adult appropriate, which it was, he would have gotten more readers. Many of his books teens probably shouldn't read due to their nature so parents wouldn't know to purchase for their kids too. It is totally teen appropriate and the message such a good learning point for them. It needs on a YA list! When doing research for this blog (there is nothing up on his website as of 1/15/2013) it took me days to find any reference to it being a young adult genre, which I finally spotted on an Amazon synopsis (you can see for yourself on the synopsis I posted from there).
The only other final thing I have to remark on, and I hate to do it to my favorite author, but he really needed to slow down with this book. He really needed to hire an editor and if he did, he needs his money back. This was the most awful display of missed words and errors that I have ever seen in a bestselling author. Many times I got held up on a word that was missing and I am fast reader who skims. I don't know how many times I remarked on this. It made me feel as if he just didn't put the care into it. Yes, the first book was free but his reputation is on the line with new readers. What kind of impression is this? Also, the next three books were $2.99 each for about 100 pages each...that is quite a bit of money for me to spend--$10 for a 300 page e-book. We have a collection of his books on our shelf too, if we wanted to get the combined paperback in February it would be another $14.99 and how do I know that the errors will be corrected?? He may get away with leaning on the fact that people like me who are dire hard fans will purchase anyway, but really we should still get our money's worth. If you are going to self-publish more works Ted Dekker, please hire an editor (I'm available!!).
That said, readers and Ted too, don't take me wrong. I am a marketer and PR person by trade and I tend to have an eye that looks towards these issues. I know that Ted Dekker took a big gamble on self-publishing, which means he has to write and market his own books. (I'm happy to offer advice!)
Overall, it was a great new endeavor in taking a risk and trying several new things which are serial e-books, making a prequel so huge that everyone wants to join the club for what's coming up next, offering his first free e-book section to create a buzz, and for him, self-publishing. I'm glad I was paying attention to his Facebook page and was already signed-up to receive his e-mail messages. It's how I knew about the book coming out...his website doesn't have any info. He really does treat his loyal fans well, so if you are a fan, be sure to sign-up on his website to get email notices or follow his Facebook updates.
I loved the story overall. It messed with my mind and made me think and cry and wonder all at various times. It felt surreal and yet real and it took ahold of my thoughts for weeks. I'd recommend the read and I really can't wait for the next novel.
April 20, 2018
Puzzling
It's scary being trapped in a psychiatric hospital. Are the staff really trying to help Christy and Austin or are they brainwashing them?
It's scary being trapped in a psychiatric hospital. Are the staff really trying to help Christy and Austin or are they brainwashing them?
November 3, 2013
This series is getting more and more strange, and I'm not sure I'm going to like it. Christy gets some plastic surgery to make herself beautiful, and Austin convinces himself that he is crazy after all. After Austin finds some keys in the basement that open a drawer to two pairs of glasses, everything changes.
When Christy and Austin put on the glasses, they see that Christy never had surgery after all, and are actually seeing reality. They are able to use these to escape the psych ward, only to find themselves outside on a canyon cliff with nowhere to go. In comes Outlaw, and out goes my sanity.
As if Outlaw wasn't weird enough (is he God?), Austin and Christy find themselves back in the hospital just moments later, feeling crazier than ever. I don't know where this book is going, and I'm ready for it to wrap up at this point. Onto the finale...
When Christy and Austin put on the glasses, they see that Christy never had surgery after all, and are actually seeing reality. They are able to use these to escape the psych ward, only to find themselves outside on a canyon cliff with nowhere to go. In comes Outlaw, and out goes my sanity.
As if Outlaw wasn't weird enough (is he God?), Austin and Christy find themselves back in the hospital just moments later, feeling crazier than ever. I don't know where this book is going, and I'm ready for it to wrap up at this point. Onto the finale...
November 26, 2015
What a crazy, amazing, confusing roller-coaster ride! This part of the story had me so confused - what is the truth. Who is Austin and Christy, is anything they are experiencing real? Christy broke, will Austin also break?
Ah, and the ending, what a cliffhanger - went straight to the last episode of this story... NEED TO FIND ANSWERS.
Ah, and the ending, what a cliffhanger - went straight to the last episode of this story... NEED TO FIND ANSWERS.
August 13, 2013
Book three continues the story of Christy and Austin and their struggle to understand and confirm the truth of their condition -- are they delusional in a sane world, or is this "sane world" the delusion?
June 30, 2014
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I must finish this. I want to now how it ends so bad!
I must finish this. I want to now how it ends so bad!
December 28, 2013
Classically Dekker. Part 3 of four... a mind-warping, creepy, adrenaline rush.
February 17, 2025
On Book 3
I am reading the individual books in order instead of the combined novel. If you read it in the same fashion, read the books 1 and 2 first for necessary context. This story has such a horrifying aspect to it from the get-go. This book I want to believe is at our characters lowest points. The place some of us get to when we have nothing left but a small thread of hope. You know that thing with feathers that sings? Yeah, that. Where despair is about to smother, the spark I hope is lit. This has been a journey of suspense and deep horror and now, deep pain in suffering and I hope we are all ready for the Salvation; the Lamp that sheds Truth in the darkness
I am reading the individual books in order instead of the combined novel. If you read it in the same fashion, read the books 1 and 2 first for necessary context. This story has such a horrifying aspect to it from the get-go. This book I want to believe is at our characters lowest points. The place some of us get to when we have nothing left but a small thread of hope. You know that thing with feathers that sings? Yeah, that. Where despair is about to smother, the spark I hope is lit. This has been a journey of suspense and deep horror and now, deep pain in suffering and I hope we are all ready for the Salvation; the Lamp that sheds Truth in the darkness
February 28, 2021
Christy has believed what the mirror tells her and agrees to surgery. Austin is locked away in the dark for days and convinces himself that what they say about him is true. But then they find a pair of glasses - lamps that allow them to see the truth.
Eyes Wide Open is a series that is part of the Outlaw Chronicles. With the lamps, Christy and Austin see reality and meet Outlaw. They see truth and love.
Ted Dekker is a master at allegory and metaphor. He reveals here the truth behind the lies we believe and points to where we should put our trust.
Eyes Wide Open is a series that is part of the Outlaw Chronicles. With the lamps, Christy and Austin see reality and meet Outlaw. They see truth and love.
Ted Dekker is a master at allegory and metaphor. He reveals here the truth behind the lies we believe and points to where we should put our trust.
April 16, 2021
YAY! 5/5! Ted Dekker truly brings on the thriller & psychological twists that I grew up to know and adore with his writings. From the beginning I was hooked, as opposed to the first book from the series, & and I couldn't put it down!
Definitely give this series a shot because it soon becomes a page turner and for me super relatable towards the end. I've been a huge fan of Ted Dekker for many years and I'm still floored at how he connects his books to his previous novels. (Read Outlaw to see the connection I'm talking about.) He is truly a phenomenal storyteller.
Definitely give this series a shot because it soon becomes a page turner and for me super relatable towards the end. I've been a huge fan of Ted Dekker for many years and I'm still floored at how he connects his books to his previous novels. (Read Outlaw to see the connection I'm talking about.) He is truly a phenomenal storyteller.
November 24, 2018
Very good. So far the story has and exciting climax. Looking forward to reading the next chapter. Cannot wait to lead the final outcome. I am sure that it will be as powerful as all the other conclusion to the chapter. Okay starting the next and final chapter book. Exciting reading.
I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to read mystery thrillers. These books have also had a profound life experience for me.
I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to read mystery thrillers. These books have also had a profound life experience for me.
July 6, 2023
The mystery continues in this Ted Dekker's series - Eyes Wide Open.
This book is a classic case of 'the more you look, the less you see' or better still 'the more you read, the less you understand' 😂
Fingers crossed🤞 Moving on to Book 4
This book is a classic case of 'the more you look, the less you see' or better still 'the more you read, the less you understand' 😂
Fingers crossed🤞 Moving on to Book 4
June 24, 2024
Every book is a rollercoaster
Every book in the series is like riding a rollercoaster where there are so many highs and lows, twists and turns, and then an ending that leaves you hanging on for dear life to the next book, that you can't stop.
Every book in the series is like riding a rollercoaster where there are so many highs and lows, twists and turns, and then an ending that leaves you hanging on for dear life to the next book, that you can't stop.
December 15, 2018
I just can't stop reading this serious want to see how its going to end. Still have no clue, very gripping story..
July 6, 2019
Although I remained on the edge of my seat well within the 3rd book, I felt that something was missing.
July 16, 2019
This. Is. INTENSE
February 13, 2021
I give this one a 3.5. It is getting more and more twisted. Not sure where it is going but will find out soon enough.
June 2, 2021
I'm hoping the last book brings clarity because I'm still scratching my head as to what's going on. But I'm hooked. Such a good book!
January 15, 2013
Short but sweet, part 3 of Ted Dekker's Eyes Wide Open 4 part mini book saga, was well worth the wait. The titles releasing almost weekly has made this as close to episodic fiction as you can get.
Continuing the mind bending tale begun in Identity and Mirrors, Unseen keeps us as readers off kilter as much as the two heroes are. Just what is real and unreal, who's lying and who's telling the truth and will we all ever get out of this living nightmare of a mental ward.
Clocking in at around 60-75 odd pages, it's a quick one sitting read but well worth the effort.
Continuing the mind bending tale begun in Identity and Mirrors, Unseen keeps us as readers off kilter as much as the two heroes are. Just what is real and unreal, who's lying and who's telling the truth and will we all ever get out of this living nightmare of a mental ward.
Clocking in at around 60-75 odd pages, it's a quick one sitting read but well worth the effort.
February 13, 2013
Review on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2VB9XYN...
Review on my blog (to be posted 2/17): http://christianbookshelfreviews.blog...
Sooooo good! Just as crazy a book as the first two! No idea what is really happening to Christy and Austin! What a great read! Unseen's ending is a cliff-hanger. Can't wait to read part four and finally know what is going on! :)
*I did not get this for review. Someone lent me their Kindle copy (thanks!). All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*
Review on my blog (to be posted 2/17): http://christianbookshelfreviews.blog...
Sooooo good! Just as crazy a book as the first two! No idea what is really happening to Christy and Austin! What a great read! Unseen's ending is a cliff-hanger. Can't wait to read part four and finally know what is going on! :)
*I did not get this for review. Someone lent me their Kindle copy (thanks!). All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*
June 7, 2014
I would probably rate this between a 3.5 and a 4. The book (Eyes Wide Open) is getting better . It is still hard for me to see these "books" as actual books; I see them more as sections of books. It is hard to talk about this section without giving anything away. The action is more intense in this section of the book and the book is becoming faster paced, but it is still a little slow to me. I wish things were more clear as to what is happening in the story, but I suppose that that helps to build suspense.
October 3, 2013
This book (and series) is a return to greatness in my eyes. With the twists and confusion aptly applied, the big reveal gave me cause to fist pump the air with glee. (Yes I realize I may be geeking) I can't wait to see what happens with the supposed prequel - Outlaw.
Lovers of Pre-Central-Street-Published-Dekker will devour this series with happiness coming out of their pores. Those who get a kick out of Dekker's serial killer-type books may flinch a bit when they see how furiously Dekker can contort your mind.
Lovers of Pre-Central-Street-Published-Dekker will devour this series with happiness coming out of their pores. Those who get a kick out of Dekker's serial killer-type books may flinch a bit when they see how furiously Dekker can contort your mind.
January 15, 2024
Whoa...Book three "Unseen" is rather dark and just when you think you have it all figured out, someone clicks the light off on you. This was a turn I did not expect. I have already started book four "Seer" and this new turn is going to be interesting and it appears all or, hopefully, most of the questions will be answered.
The journey that Austin and Christy have taken so far has been a bizarre one, but I think I know where this journey will end. I am looking forward to finishing this series. I must comment Ted Dekker on this entire series. It has well be worth the time to read!
The journey that Austin and Christy have taken so far has been a bizarre one, but I think I know where this journey will end. I am looking forward to finishing this series. I must comment Ted Dekker on this entire series. It has well be worth the time to read!
January 16, 2013
Book 1: the storyline was decent. I was excited to see where it was headed.
Book 2: WHERE is this going? It's a nail biter.
Book 3: OMG this is dragging on forever, just tell us already.
Book 4: are you serious. THAT is what it's about? Possibly the most non committal ending ever. I feel so duped. Like its going to be legandary, fantastic. But no wait, let's just make it some vague Biblical ending and not really give any kind of reason for anything.
Book 2: WHERE is this going? It's a nail biter.
Book 3: OMG this is dragging on forever, just tell us already.
Book 4: are you serious. THAT is what it's about? Possibly the most non committal ending ever. I feel so duped. Like its going to be legandary, fantastic. But no wait, let's just make it some vague Biblical ending and not really give any kind of reason for anything.
February 18, 2013
The book starts from where Mirrors ended, and it tells us how Christy and Austin find themselves engrossed in the darkness and delusions those are forced upon them. While Austin is enslaved by his own mind, Christy believes in a silly notion and ends up making a decision that changes almost everything. Almost, not entirely though, because in the end they see the unseen. The hidden part of the mystery they needed to know.
February 28, 2013
I still can't tell where the story is going and that's a good thing. It's not predictable. It's getting strager. Another good thing. The cliff hanger at the end of this one is killing me. The only thing less than desirable in this book series is the lack of characters. It's just 2 people who are mostly on their own. But that small issue is not enough to ruin a Dekker book. Can't wait to read the finale.
August 2, 2013
Loved this book. Love that the story is broken up in segments much like a television series. I love this for my inbetween reads. This is great for readers like myself that enjoy indulging in movies within the mind. Sheer genius!
The psychological rollercoaster and spiritual insights is what makes Ted Dekker one of my all time favorite authors. He has the ability to captivate and sustain with messages that linger in your mind, heart and spirit. Looking forward to the finale!
The psychological rollercoaster and spiritual insights is what makes Ted Dekker one of my all time favorite authors. He has the ability to captivate and sustain with messages that linger in your mind, heart and spirit. Looking forward to the finale!
March 3, 2014
Excellent 3 series!! I had to immediately get the next one so that I could keep going. Christy and Austin are still battling whats real and what's fiction but now poor Christy has given up and decided to change how she looks. Austin is still trying to find a way to her so they can leave but it all hinges on finding the key that Alice told him about. Ted Dekker is one of my favorite authors and his books (like Stephen King's) always tie into each other. LOVED IT!!!!
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