Sacred

by C.J. Kline

Nothing in Syene Harper’s past prepares her for what is C O M I N G. She is a typical college student, with a few good friends on campus and a loving single mother, lively little sister, and devoted dog waiting for her back home once she finishes her final exams. Waking to a good luck text from her mom and a cryptic update from her friend Amy about her previous night’s adventures, Syene’s last day of the semester starts out uneventfully.The next text reads C O M I N G. Is this an invitation or a joke? A warning? Who on earth has a four-digit phone number? Syene seeks refuge in her summer routine of family and church. But her sense of well-being continues to unravel. The greatest comfort for Sy and her family is a newcomer, introduced as Farrel Kelly, a young theologian from England on a work-study program. Unexpectedly, Farrel reveals the answers to Syene’s questions. Syene has been called to become the Sacred. The unease she feels is more than mere discomfort—it is danger. Just as Farrel is dedicated to venerate and protect her, others, made of pure evil, fear her sanctified purpose and seek mankind’s destruction. A warrior arrives.A dark angel is tortured by past mistakes and decisions.A young woman is asked to believe the unbelievable.Syene is about to become the Sacred.

Genres: Christian, Fiction, Christian Fiction

351 pages, Paperback

First published April 17, 2015

About the author

"My books are inspired by people and the joys and trials of life. I always choose to believe in the human race. Humanity will persevere." - CJ

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Reviews

[Susan Loglisci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great summer read! Quick and entertaining fiction.

[Wolfie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting, fast paced book. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

I received this book for free via a first reads giveaway.

[SALLY WHITE]

Thank you Goodreads for sending me this book. This is not a genre I would normally have chosen to read. However, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Its a fast paced read and I quickly became attached to Syene & her mum & sister Ariel. The book defines a clear line between good and evil. Iread the book in a few days as I wanted to find out how the book ended & I will definitely read the sequel “Elkan”.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really nice quick read that is fast paced and enjoyable. Great stuff

[NANCY MORRISON · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

I literally couldn't put this book down. Looking forward to Book 2 Very well written and definitely kept my interest

[Bob Rivera · Rating 1 out of 5]

Warning. Spoilers in this Review.

Started having issues with the story line when it became apparent in about chapter 18 or 19 that the protagonist, Syene, "The Sacred" was experiencing a 2nd immaculate conception. In addition, there is implication that angels can have romantic relationships (Enzril and Jamille) later in the story. There are also statements that Angels and Demons can be "killed". Outside of God's power, biblically there is no indication that these creatures are mortal.

There is a sequel. It is called "Elkan". I think I'll pass.

[Carolyn Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read!

Easy to read story that is hard to put down. Nice flow of writing about a college student chosen by God that drastically changes her world and the people around her. Suspenseful and thrilling with loads of supernatural encounters. It can be a heart pounding ride that turns horrifying and then heartbreaking at times. You clearly understand all the emotions the young chosen one experiences. Looking forward to the sequel.

[Ed · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Sacred" is a combination Christian and Paranormal story. It introduces the reader to Syene Harper, a college student going back home for summer break, as she is gradually introduced to the fact that she is the "Sacred" -- a modern-day version of the Virgin Mary, complete with Immaculate Conception. (Although the Child will not be another Jesus, but instead a "leader and a messenger ... to bring those lost souls back to the Creator’s world".)

Syene finds she is also the center of a war between God and the light angels on one side (protecting her, among other things) and the dark angels and demons and Satan on the other side. And this war is really picking up, with Humanity as the ultimate prize, whether they realize it or not.

Which brings me to my big complaint about the book -- it doesn't end! There is a "soft" ending, but it's basically a setup for later books in the series. There are a couple of smaller complaints, such as the Biblical verses that head each chapter seeming to frequently bear little relationship to the chapter contents, or that major character development feels somewhat limited. Still, I'd give the book 4 stars.

[Jamey Adams · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great character building.

I enjoyed this classic good vs. evil plot. I'm a sequel fan and Kline has me wondering what happens next.