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Restoration #1-4
The Restoration Collection: Last Light, Night Light, True Light, Dawn's Light
A masterful what-if series from New York Times bestselling author Terri Blackstock in which global catastrophe puts a family's very survival at risk--and both reveals the darkness in human hearts and lights the way to restoration
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Four full-length suspense novels!
Last Light
Doug Branning's mind raced to understand--planes were falling out of the sky, crashing, and burning?
Night Light
Danger lurks around every corner. Now it's inside the Brannings' home.Survival has become a lifestyle, and technology is a thing of the past as the Branning family learns that the power outage is worldwide. Everyone is desperate.
True Light
Deni Branning is growing closer to Mark, and she sees him as a hero, not a traitor. She and her family set out to find the person who really pulled the trigger. But clearing Mark's reputation is only part of the battle. Protecting him from the neighbors who ostracized him is just as difficult.
Dawn's Light
As the power begins to be restored, the Brannings face their toughest crisis yet. Will God require more of them this time than they're prepared to give?
Four full-length suspense novels!
Last Light
Doug Branning's mind raced to understand--planes were falling out of the sky, crashing, and burning?
Night Light
Danger lurks around every corner. Now it's inside the Brannings' home.Survival has become a lifestyle, and technology is a thing of the past as the Branning family learns that the power outage is worldwide. Everyone is desperate.
True Light
Deni Branning is growing closer to Mark, and she sees him as a hero, not a traitor. She and her family set out to find the person who really pulled the trigger. But clearing Mark's reputation is only part of the battle. Protecting him from the neighbors who ostracized him is just as difficult.
Dawn's Light
As the power begins to be restored, the Brannings face their toughest crisis yet. Will God require more of them this time than they're prepared to give?
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First published July 1, 2014
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Terri Blackstock
90 books5,574 followersTerri Blackstock is a New York Times best-seller, with over seven million books sold worldwide.. She has had over thirty years of success as a novelist.
Terri spent the first twelve years of her life traveling in a U.S. Air Force family. She lived in nine states and attended the first four years of school in The Netherlands. Because she was a perpetual “new kid,” her imagination became her closest friend. That, she believes, was the biggest factor in her becoming a novelist. She sold her first novel at the age of twenty-five, and has had a successful career ever since.
In 1994 Terri was writing romance novels under two pseudonyms for publishers such as HarperCollins, Harlequin, Dell and Silhouette, when a spiritual awakening prompted her to switch gears. At the time, she was reading more suspense than romance, and felt drawn to write thrillers about ordinary people in grave danger. Her newly awakened faith wove its way into the tapestry of her suspense novels, offering hope instead of despair. Her goal is to entertain with page-turning plots, while challenging her readers to think and grow. She hopes to remind them that they’re valued by God and that their trials have a purpose.
Terri spent the first twelve years of her life traveling in a U.S. Air Force family. She lived in nine states and attended the first four years of school in The Netherlands. Because she was a perpetual “new kid,” her imagination became her closest friend. That, she believes, was the biggest factor in her becoming a novelist. She sold her first novel at the age of twenty-five, and has had a successful career ever since.
In 1994 Terri was writing romance novels under two pseudonyms for publishers such as HarperCollins, Harlequin, Dell and Silhouette, when a spiritual awakening prompted her to switch gears. At the time, she was reading more suspense than romance, and felt drawn to write thrillers about ordinary people in grave danger. Her newly awakened faith wove its way into the tapestry of her suspense novels, offering hope instead of despair. Her goal is to entertain with page-turning plots, while challenging her readers to think and grow. She hopes to remind them that they’re valued by God and that their trials have a purpose.
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April 20, 2022
What would you do if planes began dropping from the sky? Cars stopped running on the freeway? Water no longer poured from your faucets? The fridge wasn’t cold anymore? And the lights wouldn’t turn on? What would you do if the 21st century was plunged back into the Dark Ages?
Terri Blackstock’s Last Light series tells the story of one such catastrophe and how one family must pull together to survive – not only the global power outage but also the killers lurking in their backyard.
This series is part thriller, part survivalist, part family-drama, and part Christian contemporary. It has a lot going on. With the Branning family center-stage, Blackstock emphasizes family and Christian values as they cope with what has happened to their world. Each character undergoes a substantial amount of growth. I thought the way Blackstock explored their family drama was a breath of fresh air. Most of the books I read don’t focus on the family unit or let you get to know each member in depth.
There is a level of intensity with underlying who-dunnit plots in each individual novel. Blackstock is great at suspense. The murder mysteries are dark and twisted but not overly graphic with violence. Each book had a unique murder/mystery with plenty of plot twists I did not expect, even if I managed to predict other details. I particularly enjoyed the third novel Night Light, which had a completely different feel to it than the rest in terms of the suspense. I did feel like it was a little unbelievable that the Brannings were directly impacted by no less than four murders in the span of the year this saga takes place, but I also get it’s part of the structure of the story.
Of course, the bulk of the series has to do with the world learning to function again with the loss of power. Blackstock really explored how this impacted people, from the wealthy Brannings to the homeless. No one makes it through unscathed. From learning to compost or eating the same things every day or hauling water from lakes and wells, this series is full of little details about everyday survival in a life-altering catastrophe, and I felt like Blackstock captured the scope of things well.
I enjoyed the series as a whole. I preferred the later books (Night Light and Dawn’s Light) over the first two (Last Light and True Light); I think this was because I enjoyed the more mature Branning family and the more established living amongst this disaster, as opposed to the beginning where everyone was just at a loss and trying to cope. It definitely made me think about how I would respond if something like this actually happened. Perhaps, if you pick this one up, it’ll do the same for you!
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Terri Blackstock’s Last Light series tells the story of one such catastrophe and how one family must pull together to survive – not only the global power outage but also the killers lurking in their backyard.
This series is part thriller, part survivalist, part family-drama, and part Christian contemporary. It has a lot going on. With the Branning family center-stage, Blackstock emphasizes family and Christian values as they cope with what has happened to their world. Each character undergoes a substantial amount of growth. I thought the way Blackstock explored their family drama was a breath of fresh air. Most of the books I read don’t focus on the family unit or let you get to know each member in depth.
There is a level of intensity with underlying who-dunnit plots in each individual novel. Blackstock is great at suspense. The murder mysteries are dark and twisted but not overly graphic with violence. Each book had a unique murder/mystery with plenty of plot twists I did not expect, even if I managed to predict other details. I particularly enjoyed the third novel Night Light, which had a completely different feel to it than the rest in terms of the suspense. I did feel like it was a little unbelievable that the Brannings were directly impacted by no less than four murders in the span of the year this saga takes place, but I also get it’s part of the structure of the story.
Of course, the bulk of the series has to do with the world learning to function again with the loss of power. Blackstock really explored how this impacted people, from the wealthy Brannings to the homeless. No one makes it through unscathed. From learning to compost or eating the same things every day or hauling water from lakes and wells, this series is full of little details about everyday survival in a life-altering catastrophe, and I felt like Blackstock captured the scope of things well.
I enjoyed the series as a whole. I preferred the later books (Night Light and Dawn’s Light) over the first two (Last Light and True Light); I think this was because I enjoyed the more mature Branning family and the more established living amongst this disaster, as opposed to the beginning where everyone was just at a loss and trying to cope. It definitely made me think about how I would respond if something like this actually happened. Perhaps, if you pick this one up, it’ll do the same for you!
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August 10, 2020
Wow! What a thought-provoking book, especially in these COVID pandemic times! Several themes running throughout this collection: "If you're a Christian realize the impact that your witness has on those around you". . . and. . . "If crisis causes us to seek him with all our hearts, or draw even closer than we already are, then it puts us in a position to receive abundant blessings." [author's notes]. In the first book, it was sometimes annoying to read about the Brannings: Deni with her air of superiority & arrogance, her brothers with the same bad attitudes. The worldwide Crisis that made survival a necessary lifestyle changes everyone--to either good or evil. Doug Branning, the stockbroker father comes to the realization, "What if this was all some kind of divine wake-up call, a loving reminder that there was more to life than hurry and busyness and stress and work?"
But things aren't easy just because the Brannings grow closer to God and attempt to help others. "People are left with a choice--will they hoard what they have. . .or will they share?" Murder, theft, kidnapping, grief also abound. Some of this was hard to read, especially in view of today's headlines.
Summarizing from the author's notes: "Some of us have experienced tragedies and crises with no answers from God about why he would drag us through such pain, only to find that it qualified us uniquely to do some mighty work of God when the time of someone else's crisis came." When we face difficult challenges, will we let these crises change us, and how will they change us? That's the final question we need to ask ourselves. This book helps us face the good, as well as the heartbreaking difficulties that bring about the changes God wants in us. I highly recommend this collection!
But things aren't easy just because the Brannings grow closer to God and attempt to help others. "People are left with a choice--will they hoard what they have. . .or will they share?" Murder, theft, kidnapping, grief also abound. Some of this was hard to read, especially in view of today's headlines.
Summarizing from the author's notes: "Some of us have experienced tragedies and crises with no answers from God about why he would drag us through such pain, only to find that it qualified us uniquely to do some mighty work of God when the time of someone else's crisis came." When we face difficult challenges, will we let these crises change us, and how will they change us? That's the final question we need to ask ourselves. This book helps us face the good, as well as the heartbreaking difficulties that bring about the changes God wants in us. I highly recommend this collection!
October 17, 2015
I read the entire Restoration series as a single volume after a friend recommended them to me. I had heard of this author before, but had avoided Christian Fiction by female authors due to the assumption that they were likely romance novels for "chicks". But within 15 minutes of starting this series, I was hooked. The combination of christian values and crime mysteries would have been sufficient to keep my interest and led me to immediately start another of this author's series as soon as I finished this one. Add in the almost scifi aspect of all the technology going dead and I was up late every night reading this until I finished it. I finished all four books in this series in a week.
While I enjoyed the plots of all the books, the story line of the final book hit me hard. It disturbed me. I couldn't believe the author went where she did with the story line. But I realized that "Why would she DO that!" question was mirrored in the question that the characters were asking of God. And as the character's questions were ultimately answered, mine were as well. Because I was so emotionally involved with these characters by the time I got this far into the series, I found both the questions and answers to be the most satisfying.
Of all the books in this series, the final one is the one I enjoyed the most. But I would not recommend reading it on its own. For the fullest impact and enjoyment, I would have to recommend reading the entire series. Don't let the fact that it is Christian Fiction or written by a female author scare you away. It is a great series and one that I would enjoy seeing on film.
While I enjoyed the plots of all the books, the story line of the final book hit me hard. It disturbed me. I couldn't believe the author went where she did with the story line. But I realized that "Why would she DO that!" question was mirrored in the question that the characters were asking of God. And as the character's questions were ultimately answered, mine were as well. Because I was so emotionally involved with these characters by the time I got this far into the series, I found both the questions and answers to be the most satisfying.
Of all the books in this series, the final one is the one I enjoyed the most. But I would not recommend reading it on its own. For the fullest impact and enjoyment, I would have to recommend reading the entire series. Don't let the fact that it is Christian Fiction or written by a female author scare you away. It is a great series and one that I would enjoy seeing on film.
March 15, 2015
I loved every one of the books in this series
These books caught my interest on page one and never let go. The characters were so well developed that I missed them when the last book ended. I liked the plots, all the action, and how the family learns to adapt. I also was touched by how much their faith meant them and how it saw them through.
These books caught my interest on page one and never let go. The characters were so well developed that I missed them when the last book ended. I liked the plots, all the action, and how the family learns to adapt. I also was touched by how much their faith meant them and how it saw them through.
January 15, 2018
Each book in this series leads one to a closer walk with God. The main theme is that God wants our attention because we are "of great value" to Him and He loves us. The books will make you laugh at some of the shallow things that people do and cry because they hurt others and themselves. An unforgettable series of books!
January 3, 2018
What would it take to get you to believe?
Awesome series! Love every word! All convenience taken away, Would you fully trust in God? Eye opening, we are so busy with our lives, but why? Should you live to please yourself or God.
Awesome series! Love every word! All convenience taken away, Would you fully trust in God? Eye opening, we are so busy with our lives, but why? Should you live to please yourself or God.
March 3, 2018
What if technology was gone as you know it, electricity and communication is cut off, cars won't run and stores run out of food? This series will pull you in and seen how people react, the good, the bad and the ugly. It will take real faith to get through. A must read series.
November 14, 2019
Continuing my search for Sweet Futuristic Romance stories, I found and read this four-book series in 2017 (books originally published between 2005 and 2008). After Last Light, character sketches at the beginning of Night Light, True Light, and Dawn's Light give brief mention of what happened before. A reader can begin reading anywhere in the series, but the story is best understood by reading all of the books in order.
This is a Futuristic Christian EMP story. In this version, the whole planet is affected by a pulse from a distant star.
The main story is about the Branning family and their community’s reaction and response to the EMP. The Sweet Romance is in a subplot involving Deni.
Deni is the eldest daughter in her family of six, recently graduated from college, just back to Alabama to prepare for her D.C. wedding to Craig, when the pulses begin and everything stops moving. Back home and going nowhere, Deni reconnects with high school friends, notably Mark Green. Book 1 ends happily enough, but they’re all still living in a pre-electricity society.
In Book 2, fiancé Craig shows up to take Deni back to D.C., but in the closing pages she makes the hard decision to stay with her family. Another happy ending, but they’re all still living without electricity.
In Book 3, Deni and Mark are getting closer, except for that portion of the story where Mark goes to prison, but he’s shown to be a man of noble character, and the book ends happily, except there’s still no electricity.
In Book 4, Craig shows up to help restore electricity, but Deni has settled on Mark—maybe. Electricity returns, there’s a proposal, and Deni makes the right choice for the HEA.
In Book 1, Deni is irritatingly superficial, a difficult character to cheer for. Her indecision between the two guys drags on and on for four books even though fiancé Craig is portrayed selfish and shallow and hometown Mark is painted self-sacrificing and noble. I understand why an author might stretch out the romantic indecision, but doing so doesn’t look good on Deni.
I give the series 3 stars, “liked it.”
This is a Futuristic Christian EMP story. In this version, the whole planet is affected by a pulse from a distant star.
The main story is about the Branning family and their community’s reaction and response to the EMP. The Sweet Romance is in a subplot involving Deni.
Deni is the eldest daughter in her family of six, recently graduated from college, just back to Alabama to prepare for her D.C. wedding to Craig, when the pulses begin and everything stops moving. Back home and going nowhere, Deni reconnects with high school friends, notably Mark Green. Book 1 ends happily enough, but they’re all still living in a pre-electricity society.
In Book 2, fiancé Craig shows up to take Deni back to D.C., but in the closing pages she makes the hard decision to stay with her family. Another happy ending, but they’re all still living without electricity.
In Book 3, Deni and Mark are getting closer, except for that portion of the story where Mark goes to prison, but he’s shown to be a man of noble character, and the book ends happily, except there’s still no electricity.
In Book 4, Craig shows up to help restore electricity, but Deni has settled on Mark—maybe. Electricity returns, there’s a proposal, and Deni makes the right choice for the HEA.
In Book 1, Deni is irritatingly superficial, a difficult character to cheer for. Her indecision between the two guys drags on and on for four books even though fiancé Craig is portrayed selfish and shallow and hometown Mark is painted self-sacrificing and noble. I understand why an author might stretch out the romantic indecision, but doing so doesn’t look good on Deni.
I give the series 3 stars, “liked it.”
January 25, 2024
Terrific Christian fiction, with an unique setting (4.5 stars)
In this solid four-book series, Terri Blackstock explores what it would be like if our current world suddenly found itself with no electricity, and needing to go back to more fundamental means of survival. Central to the storyline is the Denning family, who must figure out what it means to live out their Christian faith in these trying circumstances. Will they learn to share or just hoard and fend for themselves, as we saw some people do when the coronavirus pandemic began?
Overall I appreciate how the author shows what the Christian faith looks like in ordinary life, and how she weaves Biblical truths into her narrative without making them the focus. There's solid material here on topics like sharing with others, and handling suffering that comes from a loving God. There is a romantic subplot, but there's also clear Bibilical warnings about the danger of being yoked with unbelievers. The characters are very flawed (and at times even annoying!), and that also makes the narrative very realistic, because real people like us often make mistakes, and need to ask regularly for forgiveness and rely on God's grace. I also appreciate that the author doesn't feel a need to have "feel good" endings, and at one point I was anticipating a faith healing in answer to prayer, but was pleased that instead that the plot headed in a different direction, showing that sometimes God's plan for us can be tragic, despite our prayers, and yet He remains faithful.
I don't agree with all the theology; e.g. her notion of forgiving unrepentant sinners isn't entirely sound, especially when combined with the idea of extra Biblical revelation (e.g. God tells one of the characters in a still small voice to clean toilets in a dirty jail). Also one character is baptized without question the next day after the preacher meets him, even though he has little idea whether his faith is genuine, and when the baptized person hasn't even been discipled, and has only read Genesis to Proverbs and not the New Testament. But fortunately these elements only crop up incidentally, and the main Christian elements are solid.
There's also a real suspense murder mystery element that keeps you turning the pages. There's a killer on the loose in the first book, but especially the final book is suspenseful and hard to put down. A murderer is trying to hunt down one of the Brannon children after she witnesses a murder. Not everything turns out happily, but books that end with "and they all lived happily after" aren't always the most edifying. This on the other hand, is both entertaining and edifying. And especially in a time where a pandemic has forced us to change how we live, it makes you think about how the Lord might be calling us to serve Him today.
In this solid four-book series, Terri Blackstock explores what it would be like if our current world suddenly found itself with no electricity, and needing to go back to more fundamental means of survival. Central to the storyline is the Denning family, who must figure out what it means to live out their Christian faith in these trying circumstances. Will they learn to share or just hoard and fend for themselves, as we saw some people do when the coronavirus pandemic began?
Overall I appreciate how the author shows what the Christian faith looks like in ordinary life, and how she weaves Biblical truths into her narrative without making them the focus. There's solid material here on topics like sharing with others, and handling suffering that comes from a loving God. There is a romantic subplot, but there's also clear Bibilical warnings about the danger of being yoked with unbelievers. The characters are very flawed (and at times even annoying!), and that also makes the narrative very realistic, because real people like us often make mistakes, and need to ask regularly for forgiveness and rely on God's grace. I also appreciate that the author doesn't feel a need to have "feel good" endings, and at one point I was anticipating a faith healing in answer to prayer, but was pleased that instead that the plot headed in a different direction, showing that sometimes God's plan for us can be tragic, despite our prayers, and yet He remains faithful.
I don't agree with all the theology; e.g. her notion of forgiving unrepentant sinners isn't entirely sound, especially when combined with the idea of extra Biblical revelation (e.g. God tells one of the characters in a still small voice to clean toilets in a dirty jail). Also one character is baptized without question the next day after the preacher meets him, even though he has little idea whether his faith is genuine, and when the baptized person hasn't even been discipled, and has only read Genesis to Proverbs and not the New Testament. But fortunately these elements only crop up incidentally, and the main Christian elements are solid.
There's also a real suspense murder mystery element that keeps you turning the pages. There's a killer on the loose in the first book, but especially the final book is suspenseful and hard to put down. A murderer is trying to hunt down one of the Brannon children after she witnesses a murder. Not everything turns out happily, but books that end with "and they all lived happily after" aren't always the most edifying. This on the other hand, is both entertaining and edifying. And especially in a time where a pandemic has forced us to change how we live, it makes you think about how the Lord might be calling us to serve Him today.
January 27, 2025
This was my first time reading Terri Blackstock's work, and I must say, I was truly captivated by this series. It kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish! I fell head over heels for the Branning family and their journey, and honestly, I didn't want the story to end—it felt like saying goodbye to dear friends.
The character development in this series shines. I loved seeing how the Brannings evolved from being self-focused to selfless, caring for one another and embracing their community. This transformation truly inspired me. I appreciated how Terri Blackstock didn't shy away from portraying their flaws; instead, she showcased their willingness to grow through their struggles. Each family member faced unique challenges, yet their collective trials felt so authentic. The ups and downs they navigated were incredibly relatable, and their confrontations with challenging situations felt raw and honest.
One of my favorite aspects of this series is that it beautifully ties everything back to God's love, grace, and mercy. It reminds us that no matter where we find ourselves, if we fully trust in God, we can turn to Him and His Word when life feels overwhelming. The story underscores the importance of obedience—choosing to follow God's guidance—and trusting in His will, knowing He will handle the rest. This trust reminds us not to seek security in worldly things but to rely on God to hold us steady through life's storms.
Terri Blackstock's ability to weave faith into gripping stories has made me a lifelong fan. I've already started reading the If I Run series and can't wait to discover where her words take me next!
The character development in this series shines. I loved seeing how the Brannings evolved from being self-focused to selfless, caring for one another and embracing their community. This transformation truly inspired me. I appreciated how Terri Blackstock didn't shy away from portraying their flaws; instead, she showcased their willingness to grow through their struggles. Each family member faced unique challenges, yet their collective trials felt so authentic. The ups and downs they navigated were incredibly relatable, and their confrontations with challenging situations felt raw and honest.
One of my favorite aspects of this series is that it beautifully ties everything back to God's love, grace, and mercy. It reminds us that no matter where we find ourselves, if we fully trust in God, we can turn to Him and His Word when life feels overwhelming. The story underscores the importance of obedience—choosing to follow God's guidance—and trusting in His will, knowing He will handle the rest. This trust reminds us not to seek security in worldly things but to rely on God to hold us steady through life's storms.
Terri Blackstock's ability to weave faith into gripping stories has made me a lifelong fan. I've already started reading the If I Run series and can't wait to discover where her words take me next!
October 28, 2022
Excellent Post Apocalyptic series from a Christian perspective
I’ve read numerous Post Apocalyptic books and series. Mostly from secular authors. The Restoration Collection contains four full-length books featuring a Christian family who goes through the societal upheaval and turmoil when the power goes out. And it’s among the very best of the bunch.
Sure there is a good amount of prayer and scripture within the book. For those who don’t have a Christian world view, that may come across as too preachy. And the actions of the main characters may come off as “holier than thou” or unrealistic. But it’s actually very realistic and surprisingly gritty. Bad things happen, people get killed, and prayers don’t always get answered the way the characters want.
I plan on writing separate reviews for each of the books in the series that cover the various themes of each book. But for now, let me say this Terri Blackstock is an gifted writer and the Restoration Series is top notch.
I’ve read numerous Post Apocalyptic books and series. Mostly from secular authors. The Restoration Collection contains four full-length books featuring a Christian family who goes through the societal upheaval and turmoil when the power goes out. And it’s among the very best of the bunch.
Sure there is a good amount of prayer and scripture within the book. For those who don’t have a Christian world view, that may come across as too preachy. And the actions of the main characters may come off as “holier than thou” or unrealistic. But it’s actually very realistic and surprisingly gritty. Bad things happen, people get killed, and prayers don’t always get answered the way the characters want.
I plan on writing separate reviews for each of the books in the series that cover the various themes of each book. But for now, let me say this Terri Blackstock is an gifted writer and the Restoration Series is top notch.
May 30, 2018
Powerful
While I don’t 100% agree with all of the theology laid out in this series, I have to say that I have often wondered what God might do to get the attention of His creation & bring the focus back on Him. I do believe that some of the natural disasters that our world has had & are facing are part of God’s way of trying to get our attention. This series has all the emotions possible & really makes you stop to think about what you would do if you found yourself in a similar situation. The fear, joy, sorrow & empathy felt by these characters is palpable & you’ll feel it too right along with them. Strap in & enjoy the ride! Oh & don’t plan on being able to stop reading once you start!!
While I don’t 100% agree with all of the theology laid out in this series, I have to say that I have often wondered what God might do to get the attention of His creation & bring the focus back on Him. I do believe that some of the natural disasters that our world has had & are facing are part of God’s way of trying to get our attention. This series has all the emotions possible & really makes you stop to think about what you would do if you found yourself in a similar situation. The fear, joy, sorrow & empathy felt by these characters is palpable & you’ll feel it too right along with them. Strap in & enjoy the ride! Oh & don’t plan on being able to stop reading once you start!!
April 25, 2020
Written around Y2K but timely during our current pandemic
Kind of scary but at the same time thought provoking. This series is about a family and a community who struggle with a new way of life when a pulsar passing by our planet literally brings our world to a technological stop. No cars, phones, electricity or running water. People panic, they become greedy and lawless. But God is in control and has lessons for his people. Some lessons are harder than others but community and God come together. This is an excellent series and I'm glad I got the series because I couldn't read just part of this story!
Kind of scary but at the same time thought provoking. This series is about a family and a community who struggle with a new way of life when a pulsar passing by our planet literally brings our world to a technological stop. No cars, phones, electricity or running water. People panic, they become greedy and lawless. But God is in control and has lessons for his people. Some lessons are harder than others but community and God come together. This is an excellent series and I'm glad I got the series because I couldn't read just part of this story!
December 21, 2017
These book made me think right away what if they were to happen right now. How prepared would I be? I loved the suspense, the practical tips, and the romance. I also loved how they managed to keep close the God during a crisis. Great books and it's great that they were all contained in one book!
July 6, 2022
This series is AMAZING and I can promise you will not want to put it down! I read the entire collection and was wishing for more! Terri Blackstock is an author that keeps you always wanting to read the next book in the series or even a new series that she has written. I will keep reading her books as long as she keeps writing them because she is absolutely one of the best!
June 1, 2018
Light and Restoration
An entire series in one place - it's one of my favorite things. You'll laugh, you'll cry (literally), you'll see people find their need for God and see Him reaching back to earth.
An entire series in one place - it's one of my favorite things. You'll laugh, you'll cry (literally), you'll see people find their need for God and see Him reaching back to earth.
January 26, 2021
Wonderful Series
This is my second time reading this series. I truly love the characters and how they grew in their relationship with Christ through each book. Terri Blackstock is one of my favorite authors.
This is my second time reading this series. I truly love the characters and how they grew in their relationship with Christ through each book. Terri Blackstock is one of my favorite authors.
January 29, 2021
A must read
You'll want to keep reading this book/series. Extremely well written. Makes you think beyond yourself. Makes you want a closer, more intimate relationship with Christ. How the world as we know it would change, people would change... God be your center!
You'll want to keep reading this book/series. Extremely well written. Makes you think beyond yourself. Makes you want a closer, more intimate relationship with Christ. How the world as we know it would change, people would change... God be your center!
March 2, 2021
Awesome
All these books really spoke to me.I didn't want to stop reading.It's true how we take things for granted till we don't have them anymore.This past year has been hard but God is in control!We need to acknowledge Him and give Him His rightful place in our lives🙏🙏
All these books really spoke to me.I didn't want to stop reading.It's true how we take things for granted till we don't have them anymore.This past year has been hard but God is in control!We need to acknowledge Him and give Him His rightful place in our lives🙏🙏
June 23, 2021
Excellent read
Right from the beginning this story catches your attention and doesn't let go until the final page. The characters just came to life and drew me into their story.
Another great story by Terri Blackstock!
Right from the beginning this story catches your attention and doesn't let go until the final page. The characters just came to life and drew me into their story.
Another great story by Terri Blackstock!
May 29, 2023
Another awesome witness for ourLord!
I would not have chosen to have Beth injured nor to have died as a result of her injuries. I kept hoping the author would have her restored to health. But the whole episode did glorify our Lord. PTL!
I would not have chosen to have Beth injured nor to have died as a result of her injuries. I kept hoping the author would have her restored to health. But the whole episode did glorify our Lord. PTL!
August 27, 2025
Took a bit for me to start
I had a challenge starting this series as the entitlement of the characters was off-putting at first. Then, as the story developed, I got more interested and then couldn't put it down.
I had a challenge starting this series as the entitlement of the characters was off-putting at first. Then, as the story developed, I got more interested and then couldn't put it down.
February 19, 2018
Great Series
A very thought provoking read. The characters were very realistic; not always super spiritual but growing through the trials. I highly recommend this collection.
A very thought provoking read. The characters were very realistic; not always super spiritual but growing through the trials. I highly recommend this collection.
February 29, 2020
An eye opener!
I loved this book series. It made me think about what's really important in my life....knowing God and trusting Him
I loved this book series. It made me think about what's really important in my life....knowing God and trusting Him
August 23, 2020
I’ve read a lot of her books and this is one of the best series I have read.
April 7, 2021
Great story, a little slow
September 13, 2021
My all time favorite series!
Teri Blackstock is my favorite author and this series is my favorite! Little suspense, little romance, little God equals a perfect book.
Teri Blackstock is my favorite author and this series is my favorite! Little suspense, little romance, little God equals a perfect book.
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September 16, 2024This is one of the best series of books ever! Captivating and thought provoking. I loved it and share it with friends.
November 30, 2024
Great Series
I loved this series. I would recommend highly recommend it. I’ve read several of her series and they are all very well written.
I loved this series. I would recommend highly recommend it. I’ve read several of her series and they are all very well written.
July 10, 2015
I liked this book. It was interesting to know that this situation could really happen a couple of different ways. What would we do if the whole world lost power and technology as we know it. It made me think about what I have available in my house and what I needed to get even if the power went out for a few days because of a snow storm.
What would we be like when all our comforts were taken away? Would we be Christ Like? Would we share? This is a very thought-provoking read. One that leads nicely to great discussions at book club.
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Nora St Laurent
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What would we be like when all our comforts were taken away? Would we be Christ Like? Would we share? This is a very thought-provoking read. One that leads nicely to great discussions at book club.
Disclosure of Material Connection:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are 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”
Nora St Laurent
TBCN Where Book Fun Begins www.bookfun.org
The Book Club Network blog www.psalm516.blogspot.com
Book Fun Magazine www.bookfunmagazine.com
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