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Between Heaven and Hell
As Heaven divides and Hell arises, angelic hearts will be broken . . .
Devoted to one another, Adryel and Ramael must each choose a side in the brewing war over the creation of humanity: God desires to breathe life into his new creation, but Lucifer is intent upon sabotage.
Ramael faithfully serves as second in command of the Army of Heaven; his loyalty never waivers. Adryel—swayed by Lucifer’s arguments—casts her lot in with the rebelling archangel. Leaving Ramael and all else she holds dear, Adryel wages war with Lucifer and refuses to renounce him. Finding herself exiled to Hell, she furthers her efforts in support of the cause by tempting the newly created humans to embrace Lucifer’s persuasion.
Despite the battle lines, Adryel yearns to tell Ramael she loves him still. But how could he ever return her love when she has done more to thwart God’s plans than all the other fallen angels combined?
Devoted to one another, Adryel and Ramael must each choose a side in the brewing war over the creation of humanity: God desires to breathe life into his new creation, but Lucifer is intent upon sabotage.
Ramael faithfully serves as second in command of the Army of Heaven; his loyalty never waivers. Adryel—swayed by Lucifer’s arguments—casts her lot in with the rebelling archangel. Leaving Ramael and all else she holds dear, Adryel wages war with Lucifer and refuses to renounce him. Finding herself exiled to Hell, she furthers her efforts in support of the cause by tempting the newly created humans to embrace Lucifer’s persuasion.
Despite the battle lines, Adryel yearns to tell Ramael she loves him still. But how could he ever return her love when she has done more to thwart God’s plans than all the other fallen angels combined?
- GenresFantasy
154 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 13, 2016
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About the author
David Burnett
13 books572 followersWe recently moved to our new home near Charleston, South Carolina. Three of my four books are set in Charleston, and I’ve always enjoyed the Carolina beaches. I now have the opportunity to walk on the beach almost every day and to photography the ocean, the sea birds, and the marshes that I love.
I love photography, and I have photographed subjects as varied as prehistoric ruins on the islands of Scotland, star trails, sea gulls, and a Native American powwow. My wife and I have traveled widely in the United States and the United Kingdom. During trips to Scotland, we visited Crathes Castle, the ancestral home of the Burnett family near Aberdeen, and Kismul Castle on Barra, the home of my McNeil ancestors.
I went to school for much longer than I want to admit, and I have degrees in psychology and education. In an “earlier life” I was Director of Research for our state’s education department.
I love photography, and I have photographed subjects as varied as prehistoric ruins on the islands of Scotland, star trails, sea gulls, and a Native American powwow. My wife and I have traveled widely in the United States and the United Kingdom. During trips to Scotland, we visited Crathes Castle, the ancestral home of the Burnett family near Aberdeen, and Kismul Castle on Barra, the home of my McNeil ancestors.
I went to school for much longer than I want to admit, and I have degrees in psychology and education. In an “earlier life” I was Director of Research for our state’s education department.
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August 12, 2017
Between Heaven and Hell by David Burnett is a kindle scout book. This is a fantasy book with a lot of religious theme icons. The story has a creation story also. It was a slow start and I was tempted to skim some of the first part or put the book away but it did get better. I like demon, angel books but not religious books and this bordered on it. It was an okay read.
October 9, 2016
I voted for this book in the Kindle Scout campaign, thinking that an alternative take on the Christian creation myth sounded interesting, despite the fact that I’m not Christian myself. Unfortunately I hadn’t read the preview, just the description, and if I had I most likely would not have voted for this book – the first chapter is a bit rambling, which nearly made me want to put it down there and then. Yet, I did, and it won, so I decided to give it a fair reading.
You don’t really need to have prior knowledge of the Christian creation myth to be able to get into this book, but what you do need is a lot of patience. I’ve already mentioned how the first chapter is a bit rambling, quite boring until the first conversations come in. Yet there are still several interesting parts. The whole Heavenly City part and its inhabitants is very human, and there are “logical” explanations for the existence and set up of Hell, as well as how to get there, and the connections between the City, Earth, and Hell. Yet the bit that somewhat confused and frustrated me the most is that it is said that all Heavenly beings, the different types of angels, have a predisposition to do good, meaning that all angels are inherently good, yet it doesn’t prevent them from doing bad things or becoming evil. Also, the apparently intelligent do very stupid things and make stupid decisions. They are also supposed to be near “emotionless”, the archangels and even the angels, with only the “powers” (a type of warrior angel) having free emotions. Yet, there is a lot of emotion play that goes on, lots of reactions based on emotions, like anger, shouting, fighting, etc. As I said, very “human”.
The story itself revolves around one young angel’s, power’s, journey. She believes that she has lost her life partner during a bout of riots and fighting, follows the rebels and causes trouble and mischief as she believes there is nothing else left for her, yet has a change of heart when she discovers he is still alive.
There are very human and very Christian messages nestled within the story. Yet, if looked at from an outside point of view, the story itself, once it gets going, isn’t too bad. It’s not high reading, and I imagine many throwing it to the wall if stumbling upon it by accident, yet it’s OK.
Final rating: ★★★☆☆ – Sort of liked/OK
You don’t really need to have prior knowledge of the Christian creation myth to be able to get into this book, but what you do need is a lot of patience. I’ve already mentioned how the first chapter is a bit rambling, quite boring until the first conversations come in. Yet there are still several interesting parts. The whole Heavenly City part and its inhabitants is very human, and there are “logical” explanations for the existence and set up of Hell, as well as how to get there, and the connections between the City, Earth, and Hell. Yet the bit that somewhat confused and frustrated me the most is that it is said that all Heavenly beings, the different types of angels, have a predisposition to do good, meaning that all angels are inherently good, yet it doesn’t prevent them from doing bad things or becoming evil. Also, the apparently intelligent do very stupid things and make stupid decisions. They are also supposed to be near “emotionless”, the archangels and even the angels, with only the “powers” (a type of warrior angel) having free emotions. Yet, there is a lot of emotion play that goes on, lots of reactions based on emotions, like anger, shouting, fighting, etc. As I said, very “human”.
The story itself revolves around one young angel’s, power’s, journey. She believes that she has lost her life partner during a bout of riots and fighting, follows the rebels and causes trouble and mischief as she believes there is nothing else left for her, yet has a change of heart when she discovers he is still alive.
There are very human and very Christian messages nestled within the story. Yet, if looked at from an outside point of view, the story itself, once it gets going, isn’t too bad. It’s not high reading, and I imagine many throwing it to the wall if stumbling upon it by accident, yet it’s OK.
Final rating: ★★★☆☆ – Sort of liked/OK
October 4, 2016
A great take on the story of creation, and the beings behind the scenes... or clouds as it may be. I love how Lucifer doesn't bother to get his hands dirty, and persuades others to do his dirty work for him. The overall message is great, even for someone who isn't a Christian by belief, but rather a study of ethos and pantheons.
The main character was of a race that was said to have feelings, and her specifically, a high intelligence. But even with this intelligence, her emotions completely overtake her rationality and she makes a lot of terrible decisions. This seems to have been the intention of the author, yet even then a few of the scenarios felt a bit "convenient". How did she miss such a crucial piece for so long?
But overall, I think the book was well done. Very detailed, and the twists on the original version were very enjoyable.
The main character was of a race that was said to have feelings, and her specifically, a high intelligence. But even with this intelligence, her emotions completely overtake her rationality and she makes a lot of terrible decisions. This seems to have been the intention of the author, yet even then a few of the scenarios felt a bit "convenient". How did she miss such a crucial piece for so long?
But overall, I think the book was well done. Very detailed, and the twists on the original version were very enjoyable.
November 1, 2016
The story began with a colorful array of descriptive text that could easily be imagined. A meeting of the council of archangels, the hosts of Heaven, had been arranged to discuss a proposed new plan from Adonai, their leader. Adonai's plan - 'The Plan of Creation' was for the creation of 'humans' who would live on 'earth', but unlike the archangels the 'humans' would be given the choice of choosing between good and evil without knowing the difference. Lord Lucifer was strongly against this as he believed this would create an unruly, dangerous world, causing chaos and potential danger to the heavenly world.
A debate in the palace square had been arranged for everyone by Lord Lucifer and his team to take place before he sat with the coucil of archangels again to finally decide on Adonai's plan, knowing they would go ahead and approve it. Yet the debate did not go to plan, or did it? Rocks were thrown, chaos begins and war starts!
Ramael, second in command in the army of Heaven, and Adryel, a secretary of the council, are paired and very much in love, yet they potentially see themselves on different sides of the debate due to loyalty. Adryel understands Lord Lucifer's logic but does not agree with his methods and finds herself at his side trying to persuade him to use peaceful alternatives, she also has some nagging doubts in her mind on his ulterior motives. Little does she know that she is simply a pawn in his sly and calculated game for power. An evil lie is told which changes Adryel's life and believes the rules have changed, seeing herself and Lord Lucifer's team banished to the burning pit of hell. What will happen with the humans? Who will win the war? Will Ramael and Adryel's love now end?
I was intrigued to read this story as it pulled away from the author's usual writing although it still had the underlying story of love and the walls they needed to climb to overcome the obstables in front of them. The authors writing ability shone through as it always does and I found myself pulled into the story and the connecting to the characters.
A thoroughly interesting and enjoyable read from the author. I had a huge smile on my face when I was reading the ending and found myself pondering on the lesson it taught.
A debate in the palace square had been arranged for everyone by Lord Lucifer and his team to take place before he sat with the coucil of archangels again to finally decide on Adonai's plan, knowing they would go ahead and approve it. Yet the debate did not go to plan, or did it? Rocks were thrown, chaos begins and war starts!
Ramael, second in command in the army of Heaven, and Adryel, a secretary of the council, are paired and very much in love, yet they potentially see themselves on different sides of the debate due to loyalty. Adryel understands Lord Lucifer's logic but does not agree with his methods and finds herself at his side trying to persuade him to use peaceful alternatives, she also has some nagging doubts in her mind on his ulterior motives. Little does she know that she is simply a pawn in his sly and calculated game for power. An evil lie is told which changes Adryel's life and believes the rules have changed, seeing herself and Lord Lucifer's team banished to the burning pit of hell. What will happen with the humans? Who will win the war? Will Ramael and Adryel's love now end?
I was intrigued to read this story as it pulled away from the author's usual writing although it still had the underlying story of love and the walls they needed to climb to overcome the obstables in front of them. The authors writing ability shone through as it always does and I found myself pulled into the story and the connecting to the characters.
A thoroughly interesting and enjoyable read from the author. I had a huge smile on my face when I was reading the ending and found myself pondering on the lesson it taught.
October 20, 2016
I am a huge fan of this author, but I have to say this book is totally different from anything I've read by him in the past. The description fascinated me, so I decided to take a chance on it, and I'm glad I did.
Although it starts out a bit slow for my taste, once the action starts it just keeps going and going. We get a very interesting take on Heaven, Creation, Hell, angels, etc.
Adryel is a young angel who, during Lucifer's rebellion, finds herself caught in the middle...and when she believes her mate, Ramael, has died, she casts her lot firmly with Lucifer and has to pay the price. When she discovers Ramael is still alive, will she be able to make amends and to get back to him?
While I have trouble, as a Christian, accepting some of the concepts the author chooses to embrace with the angels and Heaven (it all seemed too human and Earthly to me), I was able to put that aside and enjoy the story merely as a wonderful work of fantasy. The characters are very well developed, their relationships are complex and emotional, and the plot is action packed.
If you are a fan of this author and/or good fantasy stories, I would highly recommend adding this book to your reading list.
Although it starts out a bit slow for my taste, once the action starts it just keeps going and going. We get a very interesting take on Heaven, Creation, Hell, angels, etc.
Adryel is a young angel who, during Lucifer's rebellion, finds herself caught in the middle...and when she believes her mate, Ramael, has died, she casts her lot firmly with Lucifer and has to pay the price. When she discovers Ramael is still alive, will she be able to make amends and to get back to him?
While I have trouble, as a Christian, accepting some of the concepts the author chooses to embrace with the angels and Heaven (it all seemed too human and Earthly to me), I was able to put that aside and enjoy the story merely as a wonderful work of fantasy. The characters are very well developed, their relationships are complex and emotional, and the plot is action packed.
If you are a fan of this author and/or good fantasy stories, I would highly recommend adding this book to your reading list.
October 13, 2016
When Adonis proposes the creation of a human, the Council of Archangels convene to discuss the proposal. Even though Lucifer gives valid concerns, the rest of the council seem nonplussed. Adryel isn’t an angel, but only a power, and a professor at the Angelic College alongside Lucifer. Ramael, Adryel’s pair, is Archangel Michael’s second in command. Being caught in the middle, Adryel is torn, as she shares Lucifer’s concerns, and his influence and deceit eventually lead her down a path of no return.
This was a very entertaining, imaginative version of the fall of Lucifer and the creation of mankind. I thought it was very creative that Adryel’s actions and thoughts mirrored that of mankind. As usual, Mr. Burnett weaves a tale of love and deceit that will keep you turning the pages.
This was a very entertaining, imaginative version of the fall of Lucifer and the creation of mankind. I thought it was very creative that Adryel’s actions and thoughts mirrored that of mankind. As usual, Mr. Burnett weaves a tale of love and deceit that will keep you turning the pages.
May 4, 2017
This was a fairly good story but I wanted to give up on it a few times because it would drag or ramble and I would get bored. This is basically an artistic retelling of the fall of Lucifer with a love story thrown in. In Celestial City we have the many levels of the heavenly host with archangels, angels, powers or "orbs" seraphim, cherubim and of course Adonai (God).
What I didn't like
Too much description of things that were inconsequential such as the color of each archangel's robes.
The archangels and angels were supposedly "superior" or "higher level" non emotional beings who exhibited a lot of emotion.
The Powers, or "Orbs" were supposedly very emotional beings who actually exhibited a lot of rational thought and control.
Adryel was a Power with superior intellect who was easily fooled by Lucifer and manipulated by his lies.
The verbiage used was out of place/time. This occurred before the earth was created, but there were instances of students at a school (university type) rebelling against the guards (think police) and calling them names like piggy or making oinking noises. Very much like something out the 70's or 80s. Again, these are supposed to be angels and this is in Celestial City (Heaven).
What I liked -
The depiction of Hell was pretty good (picture living inside a huge volcano) and identifying heaven, hell and earth as being in separate realms was pretty good.
Also, the description of Adryel visiting earth and feeling the grass beneath her feet and tasting the various fruits was very good.
The relationship between Adryel and Ramael was very grown up.
What I both liked and disliked - the HEA ending that was just a little too perfect. Yes all Christians are taught that God's perfect love and forgiveness will erase all of one's sins and make one new again, but Adryel had been the "Mistress of Hell". She had murdered, caused man's downfall by tempting Eve in the Garden of Eden, been Lucifer's mistress and goaded Cain into murdering Abel. Yes, her, not Lucifer, all because she believed all of Lucifer's lies and that her beloved was dead and left abandoned by Michael and Adonai was a liar. I'm a sucker for HEA endings and would have hated a different ending, but it was a bit much and I didn't care too much for the author placing the blame on a female instead of on Lucifer.
What I didn't like
Too much description of things that were inconsequential such as the color of each archangel's robes.
The archangels and angels were supposedly "superior" or "higher level" non emotional beings who exhibited a lot of emotion.
The Powers, or "Orbs" were supposedly very emotional beings who actually exhibited a lot of rational thought and control.
Adryel was a Power with superior intellect who was easily fooled by Lucifer and manipulated by his lies.
The verbiage used was out of place/time. This occurred before the earth was created, but there were instances of students at a school (university type) rebelling against the guards (think police) and calling them names like piggy or making oinking noises. Very much like something out the 70's or 80s. Again, these are supposed to be angels and this is in Celestial City (Heaven).
What I liked -
The depiction of Hell was pretty good (picture living inside a huge volcano) and identifying heaven, hell and earth as being in separate realms was pretty good.
Also, the description of Adryel visiting earth and feeling the grass beneath her feet and tasting the various fruits was very good.
The relationship between Adryel and Ramael was very grown up.
What I both liked and disliked - the HEA ending that was just a little too perfect. Yes all Christians are taught that God's perfect love and forgiveness will erase all of one's sins and make one new again, but Adryel had been the "Mistress of Hell". She had murdered, caused man's downfall by tempting Eve in the Garden of Eden, been Lucifer's mistress and goaded Cain into murdering Abel. Yes, her, not Lucifer, all because she believed all of Lucifer's lies and that her beloved was dead and left abandoned by Michael and Adonai was a liar. I'm a sucker for HEA endings and would have hated a different ending, but it was a bit much and I didn't care too much for the author placing the blame on a female instead of on Lucifer.
October 18, 2016
I am a huge fan of David Burnett so when this book was offered to me I could not wait to read it. In true Burnett style I was pulled right in from the very beginning and could not wait to keep reading. Between Heaven and Hell is a different type of story than I usually read and is different from the other books of David Burnett’s that I have read.
Adryel is an angel rebelling against God’s creation. When faced with the choice of believing that creation is a good thing or following Lucifer’s path Adryel chooses Lucifer. I found it interesting how she talked herself into believe what Lucifer was telling his followers. I could feel the deceit, I wanted to tell her not to believe, yet… she had to. She had to do what she felt was right.
When Adryel was on Earth, seeing the world for the first time, meeting humans, seeing animals, and tasting the fruits I could feel her amazement at all the God had created. I imagined what I would have felt had I been in her place. The awe, the wonder, and the not knowing all of what she was seeing was perfectly portrayed.
David Burnett wrote an eye opening, thought provoking story. The ending was my most favorite.
Adryel is an angel rebelling against God’s creation. When faced with the choice of believing that creation is a good thing or following Lucifer’s path Adryel chooses Lucifer. I found it interesting how she talked herself into believe what Lucifer was telling his followers. I could feel the deceit, I wanted to tell her not to believe, yet… she had to. She had to do what she felt was right.
When Adryel was on Earth, seeing the world for the first time, meeting humans, seeing animals, and tasting the fruits I could feel her amazement at all the God had created. I imagined what I would have felt had I been in her place. The awe, the wonder, and the not knowing all of what she was seeing was perfectly portrayed.
David Burnett wrote an eye opening, thought provoking story. The ending was my most favorite.
October 27, 2016
Since childhood, I have always known the story that Lucifer was cast from heaven into hell being labeled as a fallen angel. In my childhood story, there isn't much detail as to what happens and why. This was a great telling of the story of the fallen angels and the story of creation. The main character is a female power which is like a warrior. You will follow her as she chooses to follow Lucifer and witness all the decisions she makes from that point forward.
If you enjoy stories of myth or fantasy you will enjoy this book. No Christianity needed. I give this book 4 and a half stars. It was refreshing for me, considering the books I have been reading lately. It's uniqueness kept me intrigued. Even if I knew nothing of this story I would have still enjoyed it. Love, betrayal, and forgiveness.
I received this book free in return for an honest review.
If you enjoy stories of myth or fantasy you will enjoy this book. No Christianity needed. I give this book 4 and a half stars. It was refreshing for me, considering the books I have been reading lately. It's uniqueness kept me intrigued. Even if I knew nothing of this story I would have still enjoyed it. Love, betrayal, and forgiveness.
I received this book free in return for an honest review.
November 2, 2016
The devil always disguise but he will never win
This book is unusual from Mr. Burnett's typical book that I read. It is a unique read. Though I am not religious, this book gives me more knowledge from the book of Genesis and the beginning. It is a very interesting read.
The devil always disguise but he will never win. Adryel is such a beautiful angel but she outcast the power of Lucifer. It is a constant battle in real life to choose good from evil. We always picked the good but sometimes we got lost in choosing the evil. Temptation is so hard to resist.
I loved reading this book. It gives me views what the "pit" is all about. It is scary to get there in the other life. We have to choose the right path to avoid going to the big pit.
This book is fun to read. If you like to read religion and fantasy then Between Heaven And Hell is one amazing book to read.
This book is unusual from Mr. Burnett's typical book that I read. It is a unique read. Though I am not religious, this book gives me more knowledge from the book of Genesis and the beginning. It is a very interesting read.
The devil always disguise but he will never win. Adryel is such a beautiful angel but she outcast the power of Lucifer. It is a constant battle in real life to choose good from evil. We always picked the good but sometimes we got lost in choosing the evil. Temptation is so hard to resist.
I loved reading this book. It gives me views what the "pit" is all about. It is scary to get there in the other life. We have to choose the right path to avoid going to the big pit.
This book is fun to read. If you like to read religion and fantasy then Between Heaven And Hell is one amazing book to read.
February 20, 2022
Meh. That’s really what this book was. No tension at all. The prose was just flat, the characters were flat and the plot was predictable (11yrs of Catholic school here). The angels’ behavior was indistinguishable from humans, and there were oodles of inconsistencies & continuity issues (like the angel rebellion which sounded like a 60’s university riot, with rebels yelling “pigs” and “oinking” at soldier angels? When pigs hadn’t been created yet?) Also far too many convenient “after the fact” devices the reader just had to accept to advance the plot. And seriously, the entire book hinged on a flimsy premise. If Adryel had (logically) directly accused Michael or Adonai of letting Ramael die, they would have corrected her, hence making the entire story unnecessary.
(N.b. The author has an inordinate fondness for the word “chuckled”.)
(N.b. The author has an inordinate fondness for the word “chuckled”.)
October 28, 2016
Pretty Good.
Pretty good book, at first I thought it would be filled with religious nonsense and a simple plot, but instead I got a book with an actually meaning, an amazing tale, and a change of pace from the normal stories of the same theme.
Pretty good book, at first I thought it would be filled with religious nonsense and a simple plot, but instead I got a book with an actually meaning, an amazing tale, and a change of pace from the normal stories of the same theme.
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Angels, romance, and the Fall? I’m sold! I love reading about the struggle between good and evil, especially when laid out in such definitive terms using angels. Between Heaven and Hell by David Burnett does just that, showing how easy it is to slip from bad judgement to bad choices.
The start might be a bit difficult for some readers to get into as it revolves around a debate, ergo much chatter little action. We read a lot about the dilemma of choosing to do evil or good when given absolute free will. I love these types of discussions, so I was engaged immediately. But, for those that aren’t, the story does move on from talk to action as the War starts. Pacing picks up and is steady but quick as events unfold.
Small criticisms I have about the story. I expected there to be more, which might be a problem of mine and not the story. The time spent on Earth isn’t as much as I would have hoped and the love story between Adryel and Ramael isn’t strong enough to warrant the struggle that is pivotal to the book. Then, the ending upset me because I didn’t think it would be that simple.
Between Heaven and Hell by David Burnett is an entertaining novella that pits the ideas of good against evil and the propensity to slide into bad decisions with the best of intentions.
// I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this title. //
October 20, 2016
If you have ever wondered about how Lucifer came to power, then this is the book for you. This story will take you on a ride of mythical proportions and have you wanting more. This takes a story that we have all heard before and spins it on its head, giving a new perspective to a tale as old as time.
This mainly focuses on Adryel, honestly not a name I have heard of before. She is integral to Lucifer’s story and quite honestly I am a bit afraid of her. She may have gone down the side of evil but she has her reasons for it and she will do whatever she feels necessary.
I found this to be a great depiction of the inner turmoil we all have. Is it okay to do something that we know is bad if we believe it is for a good reason? This story tells a different side of a story we have heard since childhood and it does it with a twist that will make you wonder if we somehow see the world a little skewed. Not many things are black and white or set in stone, some things are left for us to decide. Free will is a dominant theme in this story and I find it poignant to be reading this story at this time when that very thing is being questioned in society. I found this to be a fantastical and fresh way to read this story and I am interested in David Burnett’s take on other stories.
This mainly focuses on Adryel, honestly not a name I have heard of before. She is integral to Lucifer’s story and quite honestly I am a bit afraid of her. She may have gone down the side of evil but she has her reasons for it and she will do whatever she feels necessary.
I found this to be a great depiction of the inner turmoil we all have. Is it okay to do something that we know is bad if we believe it is for a good reason? This story tells a different side of a story we have heard since childhood and it does it with a twist that will make you wonder if we somehow see the world a little skewed. Not many things are black and white or set in stone, some things are left for us to decide. Free will is a dominant theme in this story and I find it poignant to be reading this story at this time when that very thing is being questioned in society. I found this to be a fantastical and fresh way to read this story and I am interested in David Burnett’s take on other stories.
October 20, 2016
If you have ever wondered about how Lucifer came to power, then this is the book for you. This story will take you on a ride of mythical proportions and have you wanting more. This takes a story that we have all heard before and spins it on its head, giving a new perspective to a tale as old as time.
This mainly focuses on Adryel, honestly not a name I have heard of before. She is integral to Lucifer’s story and quite honestly I am a bit afraid of her. She may have gone down the side of evil but she has her reasons for it and she will do whatever she feels necessary.
I found this to be a great depiction of the inner turmoil we all have. Is it okay to do something that we know is bad if we believe it is for a good reason? This story tells a different side of a story we have heard since childhood and it does it with a twist that will make you wonder if we somehow see the world a little skewed. Not many things are black and white or set in stone, some things are left for us to decide. Free will is a dominant theme in this story and I find it poignant to be reading this story at this time when that very thing is being questioned in society. I found this to be a fantastical and fresh way to read this story and I am interested in David Burnett’s take on other stories.
This mainly focuses on Adryel, honestly not a name I have heard of before. She is integral to Lucifer’s story and quite honestly I am a bit afraid of her. She may have gone down the side of evil but she has her reasons for it and she will do whatever she feels necessary.
I found this to be a great depiction of the inner turmoil we all have. Is it okay to do something that we know is bad if we believe it is for a good reason? This story tells a different side of a story we have heard since childhood and it does it with a twist that will make you wonder if we somehow see the world a little skewed. Not many things are black and white or set in stone, some things are left for us to decide. Free will is a dominant theme in this story and I find it poignant to be reading this story at this time when that very thing is being questioned in society. I found this to be a fantastical and fresh way to read this story and I am interested in David Burnett’s take on other stories.
October 26, 2016
Wow. What an emotion evoking read!
I am not a religious person – I don’t know the Bible. I consider myself a Spiritual person and really do not know the story of Lucifer falling from Heaven short of what I learn through the show Supernatural and then asking hubby (who was born and raised in a very religious family.)
It was interesting to read the author’s story on how Lucifer was expelled from Heaven. I mean, the overall “Lucifer is evil” is well known, but the author gave it a detailed story for the reason.
I found myself getting quite emotional – mostly irritated and angry – with many of the events that occurred with the lying and the back stabbing and down right evil of it all.
I did find it confusing and sort of “jumbled” at times (the actual writing/reading of the story) but overall, I could picture everything happening in my head and felt the emotions of the word.
It is a book that I enjoyed and if you are open minded to the story, you will enjoy it as well!
I am not a religious person – I don’t know the Bible. I consider myself a Spiritual person and really do not know the story of Lucifer falling from Heaven short of what I learn through the show Supernatural and then asking hubby (who was born and raised in a very religious family.)
It was interesting to read the author’s story on how Lucifer was expelled from Heaven. I mean, the overall “Lucifer is evil” is well known, but the author gave it a detailed story for the reason.
I found myself getting quite emotional – mostly irritated and angry – with many of the events that occurred with the lying and the back stabbing and down right evil of it all.
I did find it confusing and sort of “jumbled” at times (the actual writing/reading of the story) but overall, I could picture everything happening in my head and felt the emotions of the word.
It is a book that I enjoyed and if you are open minded to the story, you will enjoy it as well!
November 2, 2016
I’ve become a big fan of David Burnett even since I read Those Children Are Ours last year and Once and Future Wife back in July. So when I was asked if I would like to review Between Heaven & Hell I jumped at the chance.
Despite being different to David’s previous books, he didn’t disappoint. First of all you are instantly pulled in from the very beginning with an action packed plot. It’s a very different take on a ‘tale as old as time’ and I really enjoyed that. I loved how well written the book is. You really get to know the characters and join them on their journey of love and deceit.
In conclusion, David has done an absolutely fantastic job with this book. Not many authors are able to write multiple books with different genres.
I am very much looking forward to David’s next book.
Despite being different to David’s previous books, he didn’t disappoint. First of all you are instantly pulled in from the very beginning with an action packed plot. It’s a very different take on a ‘tale as old as time’ and I really enjoyed that. I loved how well written the book is. You really get to know the characters and join them on their journey of love and deceit.
In conclusion, David has done an absolutely fantastic job with this book. Not many authors are able to write multiple books with different genres.
I am very much looking forward to David’s next book.
October 25, 2016
In the beginning I was a bit confused but once I caught on--
What an interesting read about what could have happened in heaven before the earth and all it's inhabitants were created. It is the story of Lucifer and how he fell from grace taking many angels with him---using logic, persuasion and lies. There is an interesting take on the Adam and Eve story as well.
The love story between two of the angels is one for the ages.
David Burnett is definitely one of my favorite authors-there hasn't been a book of his I haven't ultimately enjoyed.
Between Heaven and Hell
What an interesting read about what could have happened in heaven before the earth and all it's inhabitants were created. It is the story of Lucifer and how he fell from grace taking many angels with him---using logic, persuasion and lies. There is an interesting take on the Adam and Eve story as well.
The love story between two of the angels is one for the ages.
David Burnett is definitely one of my favorite authors-there hasn't been a book of his I haven't ultimately enjoyed.
Between Heaven and Hell
November 3, 2016
David Burnett writes beautifully the story of creation and the mythical battle between Heaven and Hell. The characters are strong, emotional and as a Christian I was overwhelmed with the author's take on the Christian creation myth. The story of Adryel and Ramael is intriguing, emotional, inspiring and I look forward to discover David Burnett's other books.
I highly recommend this book to everyone since it makes you feel the heart of a beautiful inspiring story.
I highly recommend this book to everyone since it makes you feel the heart of a beautiful inspiring story.
January 9, 2017
A good read.
This is an interesting take on the Christian creation story. It also shows how God can forgive even those that have done horrible things.
This is an interesting take on the Christian creation story. It also shows how God can forgive even those that have done horrible things.
April 3, 2017
Very interesting read. Will make you ponder on so much. This book will draw you in Christian or not. It will keep you reading and thinking as you go along. Great for perspective views of the way things are.
April 3, 2017
Loved it
The story was outstanding. I truly enjoyed every page. Even when Lucifer was at his worse I knew that he could never win...
The story was outstanding. I truly enjoyed every page. Even when Lucifer was at his worse I knew that he could never win...
April 9, 2017
You will truly enjoy this book , it's a story we all know from the beginning total little differently and with some good characters , plus it has a great .
April 9, 2017
This is a story about Lucifer's fall from heaven after the creation, and how mankind is deceived. Although it's not Lucifer himself he deceives mankind in this version, he has a major part in the deception, leading another to plant the seeds for mankind's fall. The Father of lies is all too human, as are the other angels, and emotions are strong. Lucifer is at his best when he's deceiving the innocent and trusting; he's adept at skewing reality. But, in truth, one has to think about what he says. How can one have complete freewill without knowledge? Is one able to choose good over evil without knowing what is good and what is evil? An interesting topic for discussion.
The story itself was a bit slow and drawn-out in places, especially the beginning. However, it makes the most of the themes of deception, love, and forgiveness. The ending is rather touching. Not a bad read altogether.
I received a copy of this book through the Kindle Scout program.
The story itself was a bit slow and drawn-out in places, especially the beginning. However, it makes the most of the themes of deception, love, and forgiveness. The ending is rather touching. Not a bad read altogether.
I received a copy of this book through the Kindle Scout program.
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