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Forbidden Doors #1-3
Dark Power Collection: The Society/The Deceived/The Spell
Some doors are better left unopened. Some doors, you don't want to find out what lies behind them. In the Forbidden Doors series by bestselling author Bill Myers, teenager Rebecca 'Becka' Williams, her younger brother Scott, and her friend Ryan Riordan are swept into heart-stopping encounters with an all-too-real invisible world---a world fraught with deception and spiritual adversaries that promise goodness and enlightenment but will stop at nothing to destroy life, sanity, and human souls. Witchcraft. Reincarnation. Ouija Boards. UFOs. Shamanism. Counterfeit spiritualities are widespread and popular with spiritually searching young adults such as Becka's peers. What's the harm? Find out. Join Becka, Scott, and Ryan as they head for mind-bending clashes between the forces of darkness and the kingdom of God. Combining meticulous research, realistic settings, and masterful storytelling, the Forbidden Doors novels take you from the mountains of New Mexico to the inner workings of a secret society---and into the truth of God's Word, which exposes lies and reveals the reality of spiritual warfare. Each volume in the series contains three books that center around a particular kind of Forbidden Door. Book Dark Powers contains The Society, The Deceived, and The Spell; Book Invisible Terror contains The Haunting, The Guardian, and The Encounter; Book Deadly Loyalty contains The Curse, The Undead, and The Scream; Book Ancient Forces contains The Ancients, The Wiccan, and The Cards
336 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2008
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About the author
Bill Myers
332 books394 followersBill Myers was born into a Christian home, and although as a child he became bored with Christianity, he decided at the University of Washington quote, to "make God my boss." Ironically, at the University his worst subject was writing. He claims to have prayed, and said that he would be able to do anything for God, except write. Even so, he has become a prominent Christian writer, and has a large amount of successful books and films to his credit.
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May 11, 2012
Zondervan has updated and re-released Bill Myers’ Forbidden Doors series in four, three-volume sets. The Dark Powers Collection is the first book in the set.
Book 1
The Society
Becka and her brother Scott move to a new town. Having grown up on the mission field, it’s their first time living in a regular USA place. Right away they stumble onto things that remind them of the witch doctors from South America, who worship demons. But when Scott meets up with members of The Society and their Ouija board, he needs to dig down deep into his faith to know how to face them.
Great story. I instantly liked Becka and Scott. They’re fun, realistic Christian teens, who know just enough about their faith to get themselves into trouble. I enjoyed watching their struggle as they volleyed between keeping their mouths shut to make friends and speaking up for their faith. This is a fun story and one that will keep you thinking long after.
Book 2
The Deceived
Maxwell Hunter, a hypnotist, comes to town and convinces Becka that she was a powerful person in a former life. Scott doesn’t like the guy at all, but their mother is quite taken with him, so much that she goes out on a date with the guy! Scott is furious, and tries to figure out how to get his mom and sister to see that there is something wrong about this guy. But can he convince them before it’s too late?
This story intrigued me. Just the idea how people can so easily convince themselves that something they know is wrong is okay. That even Christians will feed their pride rather than face the truth. It makes me wonder what in my life I might be feeding for my own pride. This was a scary one, so buckle your seatbelts!
Book 3
The Spell
The Society has had it with Becka and her brother Scott, so they place a spell on Becka, tying to shut her up for good. Becka finds creepy messages and dead animals in her path. She knows The Society is messing with her, and she knows they have no real power, but she’s terrified of what they might do next! Scott, on the other hand, is completely distracted by a very pretty face.
This one might have been my favorite so far. I really like how it shows ways that Christians can be used and taken advantage of when they give into fear or temptation and forget who to trust. I think I read this one the fastest. These are GREAT books. All Christian teens must read! Can’t wait for the next volume!
Book 1
The Society
Becka and her brother Scott move to a new town. Having grown up on the mission field, it’s their first time living in a regular USA place. Right away they stumble onto things that remind them of the witch doctors from South America, who worship demons. But when Scott meets up with members of The Society and their Ouija board, he needs to dig down deep into his faith to know how to face them.
Great story. I instantly liked Becka and Scott. They’re fun, realistic Christian teens, who know just enough about their faith to get themselves into trouble. I enjoyed watching their struggle as they volleyed between keeping their mouths shut to make friends and speaking up for their faith. This is a fun story and one that will keep you thinking long after.
Book 2
The Deceived
Maxwell Hunter, a hypnotist, comes to town and convinces Becka that she was a powerful person in a former life. Scott doesn’t like the guy at all, but their mother is quite taken with him, so much that she goes out on a date with the guy! Scott is furious, and tries to figure out how to get his mom and sister to see that there is something wrong about this guy. But can he convince them before it’s too late?
This story intrigued me. Just the idea how people can so easily convince themselves that something they know is wrong is okay. That even Christians will feed their pride rather than face the truth. It makes me wonder what in my life I might be feeding for my own pride. This was a scary one, so buckle your seatbelts!
Book 3
The Spell
The Society has had it with Becka and her brother Scott, so they place a spell on Becka, tying to shut her up for good. Becka finds creepy messages and dead animals in her path. She knows The Society is messing with her, and she knows they have no real power, but she’s terrified of what they might do next! Scott, on the other hand, is completely distracted by a very pretty face.
This one might have been my favorite so far. I really like how it shows ways that Christians can be used and taken advantage of when they give into fear or temptation and forget who to trust. I think I read this one the fastest. These are GREAT books. All Christian teens must read! Can’t wait for the next volume!
April 18, 2018
In the book, Dark Power Collection, by Bill Myers, follows the story of the Williams and what they have to go through with moving from Brazil to a small town in the United States. Throughout the book, it switches perspectives from Rebecca, also known as Becka and Scott, showing their different perspectives on what it's like from them to be new students at a normal school, but then everything changes when they find out about the Society, all while trying to figure out who and what the mysterious Z is.
I enjoyed the book because it was full of adventure and it also showed how when you have good friends, even though you might do something to upset them, they will always be there for you when something happens and you need help.
I enjoyed the book because it was full of adventure and it also showed how when you have good friends, even though you might do something to upset them, they will always be there for you when something happens and you need help.
January 29, 2019
I read quite a few books last year that dealt with spiritual warfare. I really enjoyed them all and am constantly on the lookout for more. I found this collection by Bill Myers, who wrote some of my favorite stories in the Harbinger series, and was eager to check it out.
It seemed to be geared towards younger teens, and even though I'm not the target audience, I found it to be entertaining and informative with a really good message. I enjoyed all three of the stories within and am really looking forward to continuing the series. It's something I'd definitely recommend to teens.
It seemed to be geared towards younger teens, and even though I'm not the target audience, I found it to be entertaining and informative with a really good message. I enjoyed all three of the stories within and am really looking forward to continuing the series. It's something I'd definitely recommend to teens.
November 2, 2023
I truly enjoyed reading this book
I’m sad to have reached the end of this book. I appreciate the way that the occult practices are explained and how the truth that affirms that we as believers have the power of Christ. I look forward to book 2.
I’m sad to have reached the end of this book. I appreciate the way that the occult practices are explained and how the truth that affirms that we as believers have the power of Christ. I look forward to book 2.
June 29, 2025
I don’t think that the father of Rebecca and Scotty died in a plane crash in the Brazilian jungle. I think he died from the shame of having such children.
Okay, maybe that’s dramatic but so is this series.
Here’s the thing: Rebecca and Scotty come from a solid Christian home. They’ve clearly been taught the Bible, they’ve seen the power of prayer, and they know the truth. And yet, the second someone with occult powers shows up waving around a half-baked argument, Rebecca folds like a lawn chair. Every. Time.
Scotty fares a little better his struggles tend to be more about pride or giving in to temptation but Rebecca just… forgets everything she knows. It gets frustrating, especially when she’s been shown God’s power again and again. Maybe what makes it so irritating is that I see a bit too much of myself in her. Ouch.
That said, Forbidden Doors does a great job (yes, in a slightly over-the-top way) of teaching about spiritual warfare. The message about the armor of God comes through loud and clear, and for that, I give the book credit. It’s engaging, fast-paced, and perfect for teens navigating faith in a world full of deception.
Okay, maybe that’s dramatic but so is this series.
Here’s the thing: Rebecca and Scotty come from a solid Christian home. They’ve clearly been taught the Bible, they’ve seen the power of prayer, and they know the truth. And yet, the second someone with occult powers shows up waving around a half-baked argument, Rebecca folds like a lawn chair. Every. Time.
Scotty fares a little better his struggles tend to be more about pride or giving in to temptation but Rebecca just… forgets everything she knows. It gets frustrating, especially when she’s been shown God’s power again and again. Maybe what makes it so irritating is that I see a bit too much of myself in her. Ouch.
That said, Forbidden Doors does a great job (yes, in a slightly over-the-top way) of teaching about spiritual warfare. The message about the armor of God comes through loud and clear, and for that, I give the book credit. It’s engaging, fast-paced, and perfect for teens navigating faith in a world full of deception.
May 30, 2012
great pre-teen or teen series (depending on the kid) that explores topics on spiritual warfare and what following Jesus really means.
July 4, 2012
I like how the author shows us the open gates we leave in our lives for attack.
March 22, 2014
I'm pretty sure I read one or two of these books in Jr High. These are addictive and each volume is short enough to be read in one sitting. Good truths, if the melodrama is sometimes a little high.
December 7, 2016
WOOOOOW! THE BOOK WAS -->WOW.. ^^
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