As The Eagle Flies

Parabaloni #3

by Catherine Gruben

For Peter Aziz the bright side to life seems to be gone for good. He’s lost his family, safety, country, and nearly his life because he chose one abstract idea over another. And the future doesn't look as if it will hold anything but a struggle to earn a living and attempts to stay alive. But it's worth it to have Jesus as Lord. This life can be as awful as it likes, Peter Aziz is content to know he has a heavenly kingdom and life everlasting just on the other side of the veil. And it’s a good thing too, because the next week finds him sold out by his team, captured by Islamic terrorists who are a bit peeved at him for converting to Christianity, shot at by camel herders in the Empty Quarter, nearly drowned in a Yemen river, almost blown to bits while rescuing a king, and shot out of the sky while wearing a pteranodon-styled flight suit. This world can be a surprising place sometimes. But when new friendships begin to form, for Peter Aziz life's surprises begin to switch to the good kind instead of the nightmares its been for the past year.

552 pages, Paperback

First published August 30, 2015

About the author

I have always been entranced by a 'good read' and can be found curled up reading or creating a book whenever I have a spare moment. What draws me to a book is usually simple interest in a fun tale. But what makes me love a book is the design of its content, where the ideas presented are trying to lead their readers. I have always been fascinated by the written word, philosophical reasoning, and good stories of bravery and honor. I found it all and more in the Bible, and strive to let its influence deluge all my writing.

If you are reading this, it means you are a fellow bookworm. Welcome! I know you could be reading a good story instead of a long explanation of myself, so let me keep this brief. I live in the middle of Texas, and grew up mostly in a dusty town in the southern New Mexican desert. (Yes, New Mexico is a part of the United States, and no, I am not a missionary, and yes, you can drink the water.) It is my delight and privilege to be a housewife to a wonderful man, mother to our little boy, an editor at Seasoned Words Editing, and an Earl Gray connoisseur. Another of my constant activities is trying to keep our dogs, Beatrice, Lynette, Buddy, and Biscuit, from terrorizing the house and neighborhood with their determination to be always underfoot and hungry. (The work of a dog lover is never done.) When not writing, reading, chasing children or dogs, I can be found baking, hiking, or possibly broad sword fighting with my older brother. If you want a fuller explanation of me, go and read Psalm 30. The heart and purpose of my life can be found there, especially in the last two verses.

Enjoy my profile (I hope), and be sure to check out my books. I love to hear feedback, good and bad, so don't be shy to tell me what you think of my work. And keep watching! You never know when the writing itch will hit and another book will fly from my laptop into your hands.

Reviews

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my personal favorites in the Parabaloni saga, a must-read for old and new fans alike. Within these pages you meet a new member of the team, face challenging issues, and experience exciting perils. A satisfying read.

[Sarah B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Language/Profanity: None. Mention of people cursing but nothing written out.

Faith: Very strong

Romance/Sex: None

Action/Adventure: A whole lot.

Other: None.

Obviously this was such a good book! As I just put a review for the previous book I won't make this one a full, indepth review even though it is my the start of my favourites and has my favourite character finally appearing.

I highly recommend this series by the way.