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The Days of Elijah
Elijah’s friends are dead, and without a miracle, he’s next.
When the soldiers of Queen Jezebel burn Elijah’s school and massacre his teachers, he escapes, but only barely. He finds himself on the run and hunted as Queen Jezebel attempts to stamp out the worship of the Hebrew God in Israel and replace it with the worship of Ba’al.
As the queen’s soldiers close in on him, Elijah discovers a little known promise in the Scroll of Deuteronomy and prays for something impossible – that God would turn the skies to bronze and stop the rain on the kingdom that has abandoned Him.
And God says yes.
As drought and famine grip the cloudless land of Israel, God tells Elijah to hide and sends him to the land of Tyre, to a widow and her son who are on the edge of starvation. In Tyre Elijah finds a darkness at the heart of the city, a darkness that threatens to consume Israel next. But even if he survives, will Israel listen to his warning?
This is a re-imagining of the story of Elijah from the Bible.
When the soldiers of Queen Jezebel burn Elijah’s school and massacre his teachers, he escapes, but only barely. He finds himself on the run and hunted as Queen Jezebel attempts to stamp out the worship of the Hebrew God in Israel and replace it with the worship of Ba’al.
As the queen’s soldiers close in on him, Elijah discovers a little known promise in the Scroll of Deuteronomy and prays for something impossible – that God would turn the skies to bronze and stop the rain on the kingdom that has abandoned Him.
And God says yes.
As drought and famine grip the cloudless land of Israel, God tells Elijah to hide and sends him to the land of Tyre, to a widow and her son who are on the edge of starvation. In Tyre Elijah finds a darkness at the heart of the city, a darkness that threatens to consume Israel next. But even if he survives, will Israel listen to his warning?
This is a re-imagining of the story of Elijah from the Bible.
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Published September 10, 2018
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October 23, 2023
4 Stars ✨
Biblical Historical Fiction
Elijah’s story 1 Kings 17-19; 2 Kings 1-2
“O Lord, God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel, let it be known today that you are God in Israel and that I am your servant and have done all these things at your command. Answer me, O Lord, answer me, so these people will know that you, O Lord, are God, and that you are turning their hearts back again.”
Noble does a fantastic job of taking the Bible story of Elijah and weaving it into an exciting narrative. I love biblical fiction when it’s done right and in this case I think it was. It sticks closely to the original story without any conflict or confusion. I really enjoyed reading extra bits of what might have happened in this time. Elijah in the book seemed so down to earth and human and I like how the author showed us his internal conflict at times with what God was wanting him to do. I think it’s a great story to be shared in these times we are living in because of the way so many have turned their hearts away from God and towards their own personal idols. It made me want to go read the real account again in the Bible- when biblical fiction is done right it can spark a hunger in the reader to get refreshed and dig deeper. Highly recommend for those who love this genre as much as I do!
Biblical Historical Fiction
Elijah’s story 1 Kings 17-19; 2 Kings 1-2
“O Lord, God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel, let it be known today that you are God in Israel and that I am your servant and have done all these things at your command. Answer me, O Lord, answer me, so these people will know that you, O Lord, are God, and that you are turning their hearts back again.”
Noble does a fantastic job of taking the Bible story of Elijah and weaving it into an exciting narrative. I love biblical fiction when it’s done right and in this case I think it was. It sticks closely to the original story without any conflict or confusion. I really enjoyed reading extra bits of what might have happened in this time. Elijah in the book seemed so down to earth and human and I like how the author showed us his internal conflict at times with what God was wanting him to do. I think it’s a great story to be shared in these times we are living in because of the way so many have turned their hearts away from God and towards their own personal idols. It made me want to go read the real account again in the Bible- when biblical fiction is done right it can spark a hunger in the reader to get refreshed and dig deeper. Highly recommend for those who love this genre as much as I do!
December 31, 2020
Brings the story of Elijah to life
Browsing through the Young Adult books on Kindle Unlimited for something new to read, I was excited to see a book about Elijah, one of my favorite Biblical figures. Okay, I admit that list is long but he really is high up on the list! I grabbed a copy in a blink and read it.
I loved the imagery and rich details shared throughout, bringing the Bible more to life. While some events transpired differently than I pictured, nothing was contrary to what is shared in Scripture and so it was enjoyable to look at things through different eyes.
Another aspect that made me especially happy was the way Elijah’s story was told and how much of the history of Israel was integrated into it. My favorite example of that was the occasion Elijah needed to tell the widow of Zarephath about the manna. Wow!
Keeping in mind how much I like Elijah, I was still surprised at how much my perspective of him changed because of this story. And to realize how many details of his life I never even considered. The Days of Elijah brought the life of the prophet vividly to life, sharing not only his triumphs but also making him appear to be a “normal” man with ordinary hopes and fears and doubts… I’ve always pictured him as being quite bold and confident (until he ran from Jezebel) yet the author showed how he very likely was a student of Scripture who simply began to feel a sense that he should pray according to what he read in Deuteronomy. So he did.
Elijah’s journey from those early days to when he was taken up by the chariot at the end of his time on this earth is shared in a fascinating journey. Traveling from Israel to the pagan cities of Zarephath and Tyre, he witnessed even greater atrocities performed in the name of “worship” than those he had seen in the pagan worship in Israel. The details were kept to only those necessary and therefore it was not macabre in its imagery.
Written in our modern vernacular, The Days of Elijah is easy to read, though this somehow took away from my sense of that period. Not that there were any anachronisms like “hey dude” – the dialog simply sounded modern and a bit too casual. And not that this was a bad thing. Honestly, It made Elijah seem more human and relatable.
When preparing to write this review, I was looking over the book information and was reminded that The Days of Elijah falls in the category of Young Adult fiction. While I don’t think that is inappropriate or a mislabel, I was surprised. Many of the books I read written for that age have a sense of being written for a younger audience by the vocabulary or details shared (or omitted). Maybe it is because Elijah was clearly an adult in this story but it made me do a double-take at the recommended age. This is a story that readers of all ages will enjoy – without feeling like as if they are being spoken down to.
I see that John Noble has just one other title published under Science Fiction, Starbound. I will be keeping an eye out via Amazon for his new releases. More Biblical fiction, please!
Read my full review at Among the Reads
Browsing through the Young Adult books on Kindle Unlimited for something new to read, I was excited to see a book about Elijah, one of my favorite Biblical figures. Okay, I admit that list is long but he really is high up on the list! I grabbed a copy in a blink and read it.
I loved the imagery and rich details shared throughout, bringing the Bible more to life. While some events transpired differently than I pictured, nothing was contrary to what is shared in Scripture and so it was enjoyable to look at things through different eyes.
Another aspect that made me especially happy was the way Elijah’s story was told and how much of the history of Israel was integrated into it. My favorite example of that was the occasion Elijah needed to tell the widow of Zarephath about the manna. Wow!
Keeping in mind how much I like Elijah, I was still surprised at how much my perspective of him changed because of this story. And to realize how many details of his life I never even considered. The Days of Elijah brought the life of the prophet vividly to life, sharing not only his triumphs but also making him appear to be a “normal” man with ordinary hopes and fears and doubts… I’ve always pictured him as being quite bold and confident (until he ran from Jezebel) yet the author showed how he very likely was a student of Scripture who simply began to feel a sense that he should pray according to what he read in Deuteronomy. So he did.
Elijah’s journey from those early days to when he was taken up by the chariot at the end of his time on this earth is shared in a fascinating journey. Traveling from Israel to the pagan cities of Zarephath and Tyre, he witnessed even greater atrocities performed in the name of “worship” than those he had seen in the pagan worship in Israel. The details were kept to only those necessary and therefore it was not macabre in its imagery.
Written in our modern vernacular, The Days of Elijah is easy to read, though this somehow took away from my sense of that period. Not that there were any anachronisms like “hey dude” – the dialog simply sounded modern and a bit too casual. And not that this was a bad thing. Honestly, It made Elijah seem more human and relatable.
When preparing to write this review, I was looking over the book information and was reminded that The Days of Elijah falls in the category of Young Adult fiction. While I don’t think that is inappropriate or a mislabel, I was surprised. Many of the books I read written for that age have a sense of being written for a younger audience by the vocabulary or details shared (or omitted). Maybe it is because Elijah was clearly an adult in this story but it made me do a double-take at the recommended age. This is a story that readers of all ages will enjoy – without feeling like as if they are being spoken down to.
I see that John Noble has just one other title published under Science Fiction, Starbound. I will be keeping an eye out via Amazon for his new releases. More Biblical fiction, please!
Read my full review at Among the Reads
November 27, 2020
Great story... I'm a sucker for biblical based fiction, and I don't know how close this is to the actual Bible story, but is was a great book. Easy to read, suspenseful, and pulled at emotional strings a few times.
February 1, 2023
To find Elijah’s story 1 Kings 17-19; 2 Kings 1-2
Trigger warning: Involves child sacrifice
Elijah is one of my favorite OT prophets. When I saw this book, I jumped on it. Then I saw it was on KU and my excitement when through the roof. I quickly grabbed it and started reading.
To say I was disappointed would be a correct statement. While this book is an easy read with less than 250 pages, I could have had it done in a day. The reason that did not happen was due to the writing. I didn’t feel like I was in Ancient Israel. The world-building wasn’t the best either. I wish there were more descriptions of the surroundings. The dialogue sounded modern. It took me out of the story.
It sucks because like I said Elijah is one of my favorites but this re-imagine of his life events fell flat.
I do have a trigger warning that I will not hide with a spoilers tag. This does include child sacrifice which many pagan religions are extremely known for doing during this time. It was a hard scene for me to get through and even harder to read Dema’s reaction to Elijah being sickened by it.
Trigger warning: Involves child sacrifice
Elijah is one of my favorite OT prophets. When I saw this book, I jumped on it. Then I saw it was on KU and my excitement when through the roof. I quickly grabbed it and started reading.
To say I was disappointed would be a correct statement. While this book is an easy read with less than 250 pages, I could have had it done in a day. The reason that did not happen was due to the writing. I didn’t feel like I was in Ancient Israel. The world-building wasn’t the best either. I wish there were more descriptions of the surroundings. The dialogue sounded modern. It took me out of the story.
It sucks because like I said Elijah is one of my favorites but this re-imagine of his life events fell flat.
I do have a trigger warning that I will not hide with a spoilers tag. This does include child sacrifice which many pagan religions are extremely known for doing during this time. It was a hard scene for me to get through and even harder to read Dema’s reaction to Elijah being sickened by it.
January 14, 2019
Gifted Author, Inspired Writing
Good biblical historical fiction should inspire, encourage, and motivate one's hunger for the Word of God; without a doubt this author's rendering has done that for me! I emphatically highly recommend you do yourself a favor and experience this wonderful story about God's Prophet, Elijah. I feel blessed to have discovered (been led to) it. It has expanded my understanding of his life's experience s and calling as a Prophet of God. I am indeed hungry for more and look forward to Mr. Noble's next book (gift) - thank you John Noble!!!
Good biblical historical fiction should inspire, encourage, and motivate one's hunger for the Word of God; without a doubt this author's rendering has done that for me! I emphatically highly recommend you do yourself a favor and experience this wonderful story about God's Prophet, Elijah. I feel blessed to have discovered (been led to) it. It has expanded my understanding of his life's experience s and calling as a Prophet of God. I am indeed hungry for more and look forward to Mr. Noble's next book (gift) - thank you John Noble!!!
March 5, 2022
This was an entertaining read and well written. True to the biblical story, but with the thought of things from Elijah's point of view and of his journey. I really enjoyed it.
December 18, 2025
Talk about making a Bible story come to life! This book was extremely well done, in my opinion. It really gave life, personality, and perspective to the story of Elijah without being overly dramatic and by staying true to the text, as far as I can tell. I re-read his story in 1 & 2 Kings a few times and it’s funny how very significant events are delivered in the text as single sentences that we accept and move on from there. But this story asks (and speculates) “what would it have been like for God to tell you to go into the wilderness and the ravens will feed you?” The story describes what the widow and her son may have been like. And we get a glimpse of the human side of the prophet and the struggles he may have internally faced because the nation he was trying to save refused to turn away from their wickedness and follow the One, True God. Was it all for nothing?
The narrator for the audiobook is superb. I highly recommend this book for middle schoolers and above (there is child sacrifice and obviously the death of the widow’s son, although he is resurrected). My middle and high schoolers really enjoyed this one and I’m glad we didn’t skip it like I was tempted to at first!
The narrator for the audiobook is superb. I highly recommend this book for middle schoolers and above (there is child sacrifice and obviously the death of the widow’s son, although he is resurrected). My middle and high schoolers really enjoyed this one and I’m glad we didn’t skip it like I was tempted to at first!
July 3, 2024
Very good read.
Makes you feel like you were right there with Elijah. I can't wait to look at the companion pdf from the back and all the scripture citations for a more in depth study.
Makes you feel like you were right there with Elijah. I can't wait to look at the companion pdf from the back and all the scripture citations for a more in depth study.
May 27, 2024
3.25 ⭐️ s
May 30, 2024
Biblical story with some embellishments, but I enjoyed it. Followed the story with my Bible. Brought the story of Elijah to life.
November 2, 2025
Writing and pacing may have this at a 2.5 ⭐️ but I did enjoy the journey into Biblical fiction through Elijah’s story.
September 9, 2025
I loved this rendition of Elijah! He was personable and believable. There were a few spots where the story dragged and I don't think men wore pants back then, but overall it was a great book!
December 10, 2024
Imagine discovering a beautifully crafted wooden desk from afar, only to find its imperfections upon closer inspection: a missing hinge here, a squeaking drawer there, and visible screws breaking the otherwise seamless surface. This analogy perfectly captures my experience with "The Days of Elijah" – a work with undeniable beauty that falls short of its full potential.
What Shines
Noble demonstrates remarkable skill in reimagining biblical characters, particularly in his portrayal of Elijah. Rather than depicting him as an untouchable holy figure, we meet a deeply human character wrestling with God's purpose for his life. This internal struggle creates a relatable protagonist whose journey resonates with readers.
The first two-thirds of the book maintain a compelling narrative rhythm. Noble's interpretation of the biblical account feels fresh and engaging, weaving historical elements with creative storytelling that kept me eagerly turning pages.
Where It Stumbles
However, the narrative loses its momentum after the pivotal rain scene at roughly the 60% mark. The pacing shifts dramatically, and the earlier excitement that drove the story forward dissipates.
The book's immersion suffers from inconsistent period authenticity. While historical fiction requires some creative liberty, the modern vernacular often feels jarringly out of place. More problematic are the anachronistic expressions scattered throughout the text – references to "banshees" (medieval Irish) and the use of French words like "protégé" break the historical illusion.
Noble introduces several promising plot threads and characters that are left frustratingly underdeveloped. The character of Dema, in particular, deserves more attention and resolution. These abandoned narrative elements feel like loose ends in what could have been a tighter narrative tapestry.
The dialogue often reads as overly simplistic, more suited to young adult fiction than a story about a mature prophet. Elijah's character voice remains strangely youthful even as the narrative spans decades of his life, failing to convey the wisdom and gravitas one would expect from a man of his experiences and years.
Final Thoughts
As a devoted reader of Ken Follett's historical fiction, I admittedly bring high expectations to the genre. Follett's mastery of historical detail and immersive storytelling sets a formidable standard. While "The Days of Elijah" offers an entertaining reading experience and shows genuine promise, it would benefit from deeper historical context, more developed character arcs, and satisfying resolution to its various plot threads.
The book's current length feels insufficient for the story it aims to tell. A more expansive treatment – perhaps double its current length – would allow space to flesh out the historical setting, deepen character development, and provide the closure several storylines deserve.
Despite its shortcomings, "The Days of Elijah" remains an engaging read that successfully humanizes a significant biblical figure. For readers seeking a lighter historical fiction take on this biblical narrative, the book offers genuine entertainment value, even if it leaves some wanting more.
October 16, 2022
I loved reading the life given to elijah
The biblical accounts of God's prophets makes them feel sometimes and somewhat larger than life. How could one person do and say so much? What would have gone through their thoughts at what God had asked them to do and/or say to a people who had stopped believing in God? They didn't Revere God. That didn't worship God! They didn't remember!
I love getting to peer inside the life of one man who chose to Revere God above all else, worship God alone, and sit as a student to be taught and remember who God is and all he had done. It made him into a real person and revealed how our choices are what empower God to use us for His kingdom no matter how inadequate we are.
All of God's heroes were simply willing to do what scared them because God asked them to.
Can you imagine if God were to find us willing to obey and stand firm in our obedience to God commands? What if we were willing to speak out about blatant sin to powerful people committing such terrible atrocities against God by leading so many away from God?
The rich and famous are not above God's judgment and we are not above speaking out against anti-Christ practices that lead others away from God.
Food for thought. Will you be present to pick up the mantle of God's prophet teaching you?
The biblical accounts of God's prophets makes them feel sometimes and somewhat larger than life. How could one person do and say so much? What would have gone through their thoughts at what God had asked them to do and/or say to a people who had stopped believing in God? They didn't Revere God. That didn't worship God! They didn't remember!
I love getting to peer inside the life of one man who chose to Revere God above all else, worship God alone, and sit as a student to be taught and remember who God is and all he had done. It made him into a real person and revealed how our choices are what empower God to use us for His kingdom no matter how inadequate we are.
All of God's heroes were simply willing to do what scared them because God asked them to.
Can you imagine if God were to find us willing to obey and stand firm in our obedience to God commands? What if we were willing to speak out about blatant sin to powerful people committing such terrible atrocities against God by leading so many away from God?
The rich and famous are not above God's judgment and we are not above speaking out against anti-Christ practices that lead others away from God.
Food for thought. Will you be present to pick up the mantle of God's prophet teaching you?
October 31, 2020
Elijah Prophet of GOD
This is a telling of Elijah's tale, yes the Biblical one incase you weren't sure but I'm sure you are. They say it's always dangerous to meet one of your hero's and i think it's hard to tell the story of biblical characters that are true and people have their own views of understanding of them. So this may not be completely how i might see Elijah but i loved getting some added detail to the background some added flavours of family etc.
This is a great book despite the impression i may have given i just love to read books like this but I'm a big reader of the Bible and that is the most powerful book ever in my and many others opinion, it's never going to be bettered obviously. So what i love about this sort of book is it makes you think about the people and their settings some of the others that may be or may not have been.
I do recommend this book it made me think and question why I think what I do and adds to my appreciation of this time, and Elijah
This is a telling of Elijah's tale, yes the Biblical one incase you weren't sure but I'm sure you are. They say it's always dangerous to meet one of your hero's and i think it's hard to tell the story of biblical characters that are true and people have their own views of understanding of them. So this may not be completely how i might see Elijah but i loved getting some added detail to the background some added flavours of family etc.
This is a great book despite the impression i may have given i just love to read books like this but I'm a big reader of the Bible and that is the most powerful book ever in my and many others opinion, it's never going to be bettered obviously. So what i love about this sort of book is it makes you think about the people and their settings some of the others that may be or may not have been.
I do recommend this book it made me think and question why I think what I do and adds to my appreciation of this time, and Elijah
January 18, 2020
My pastor handed me this book describing it as a “game changer,” and coming into a big year of ministry I was intrigued. Until near the end of the book I still thought it was a good story but hardly what I’d call a “game changer.” But then came the scene where Elijah pondered the question of God from years earlier, the pivotal moment in the cave when God asked him, “what are you doing here?” Elijah didn’t understand at the time that it was a question about his purpose, not about his current whereabouts.
As the realisation of the answer hit Elijah in the story it also hit me: the game-changer is to know that our purpose is to serve God, not to save people. Our call is to simply preach the truth, but how people respond is a burden that was never ours to carry. Elijah says to Elisha- “Only God can change [people]. I tried and it doesn’t work.” Elisha responds, “what if it does”, and Elijah says “then you’re the person to find out.” Implying that either way, enjoy it and let it go. We are called to do what we are called to do, and to let God do the rest. The book gave me a peace on enjoying my ministry and not carrying the burden of its outcome.
Besides that, it’s a great narrative about the incredible story of Elijah from the Bible. I enjoyed his very “human” side of doubt and fear and discouragement, and tender family moments mixed with great miracles wrought of faith.
As far as the narrative is concerned, I would’ve liked it to show more emotion in key moments—for example it doesn’t mention the first falling of rain after the drought, and I feel this robbed the reader of a great triumph. Also, certain narrative threads were left loose, such as what happens with his family. Overall though, these don’t take away from it being a great read that manages to entertain, inform, and encourage!
As the realisation of the answer hit Elijah in the story it also hit me: the game-changer is to know that our purpose is to serve God, not to save people. Our call is to simply preach the truth, but how people respond is a burden that was never ours to carry. Elijah says to Elisha- “Only God can change [people]. I tried and it doesn’t work.” Elisha responds, “what if it does”, and Elijah says “then you’re the person to find out.” Implying that either way, enjoy it and let it go. We are called to do what we are called to do, and to let God do the rest. The book gave me a peace on enjoying my ministry and not carrying the burden of its outcome.
Besides that, it’s a great narrative about the incredible story of Elijah from the Bible. I enjoyed his very “human” side of doubt and fear and discouragement, and tender family moments mixed with great miracles wrought of faith.
As far as the narrative is concerned, I would’ve liked it to show more emotion in key moments—for example it doesn’t mention the first falling of rain after the drought, and I feel this robbed the reader of a great triumph. Also, certain narrative threads were left loose, such as what happens with his family. Overall though, these don’t take away from it being a great read that manages to entertain, inform, and encourage!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 29, 2020
Elijah is one of my favorite Biblical characters. The Bible brings out his human qualities, along with this extreme courage. He had to give God's messages to leaders when it wasn't popular. Those God-breathed words meant death for the prophet. Yet, Elijah pushed through, while performing miracles. The Days of Elijah brought out many things that caused me to think. I may not agree with everything written in the book, but it doesn't go against the Bible. Some of those things I disagree with, I may change my view as I consider this book.
I give this book a 5-star for tension and giving an interesting story.
I give this book a 5-star for tension and giving an interesting story.
January 25, 2020
This was a very fast read. Good biblical fiction. One might say this is a light hearted interpretation of bible history. Humor mixed with the power of God. Great that it closely references the book of Kings. I wanted more when I had finished the book. I think this was good, as I will look for more about this subject, this time period, and this culture. The more I read about the history of the Israel, the better I understand the fight between the different cultures that are trying to occupy the same geographical space.
August 23, 2020
Elijah, real man, true prophet
This writing helped me to see the difficulty I have felt with Elijah one day calling down fire onto the later and within a relatively short time time running away from Jezebels threats. He was (and is) real and experienced stuff like us. Will now definitely read other John Noble books...the older I get the more I want to read things which have faith at the heart and where I don't have to safe through dubious material. Thank you Mr Noble for this...please keep writing!🙂
This writing helped me to see the difficulty I have felt with Elijah one day calling down fire onto the later and within a relatively short time time running away from Jezebels threats. He was (and is) real and experienced stuff like us. Will now definitely read other John Noble books...the older I get the more I want to read things which have faith at the heart and where I don't have to safe through dubious material. Thank you Mr Noble for this...please keep writing!🙂
October 6, 2020
Intriguing
Wonderfully written and told. I always enjoy reading the Stories of the Bible told by others. I’d like to thank the author for taking Elijah and personalizing him. I enjoyed every part of this book and will definitely be looking through tour other books. Ultimately THE BIBLE IS ALIVE! IT IS THE LIVING WORD! If I could ask you the author some questions it would have to be “Why a story about Elijah?’ What drove you to write on his life? What are your personal thoughts on Elijah?
Wonderfully written and told. I always enjoy reading the Stories of the Bible told by others. I’d like to thank the author for taking Elijah and personalizing him. I enjoyed every part of this book and will definitely be looking through tour other books. Ultimately THE BIBLE IS ALIVE! IT IS THE LIVING WORD! If I could ask you the author some questions it would have to be “Why a story about Elijah?’ What drove you to write on his life? What are your personal thoughts on Elijah?
February 17, 2019
The Days of Elijah
How do you give a review about The Lord’s Scripture with the story being fiction? The author did a wonderful job of making it very interesting and hard to put down. I remember a bible study long ago with a very dear pastor. He made the Old Testament come alive too. Mr. Noble did an absolutely amazing job of bring the Old Testament alive for me again. Thank you Sir for helping me walk closer with The Lord.
How do you give a review about The Lord’s Scripture with the story being fiction? The author did a wonderful job of making it very interesting and hard to put down. I remember a bible study long ago with a very dear pastor. He made the Old Testament come alive too. Mr. Noble did an absolutely amazing job of bring the Old Testament alive for me again. Thank you Sir for helping me walk closer with The Lord.
March 20, 2019
Excellent
I was not quite sure what to expect from this author. Nor was I clear on the story of Elijah. But I loved the story and sincerely appreciated his characterization of Elijah as a human being with all the frailties that entails. The dialogue was believable and I loved the conversations between Elijah and Elisha. I would highly recommend this to any reader looking for a compelling, well-written book!
I was not quite sure what to expect from this author. Nor was I clear on the story of Elijah. But I loved the story and sincerely appreciated his characterization of Elijah as a human being with all the frailties that entails. The dialogue was believable and I loved the conversations between Elijah and Elisha. I would highly recommend this to any reader looking for a compelling, well-written book!
April 15, 2020
This is my second digital book and was a good start largely because of the Covid-19 distancing.
Really enjoyed the story telling of the author and having prior knowledge from reading the bible, the book is really in line with the story.
In the course of telling biblical stories, much can be lost if the writer didn't have some knowledge of the culture at the time. The author did an excellent job of incorporating the biblical story in to a flowing book.
Really enjoyed the story telling of the author and having prior knowledge from reading the bible, the book is really in line with the story.
In the course of telling biblical stories, much can be lost if the writer didn't have some knowledge of the culture at the time. The author did an excellent job of incorporating the biblical story in to a flowing book.
December 29, 2020
Awesome novel
Mr. Noble has written a classic masterpiece giving us a good insight of the prophet Elijah. We are taking on a personal insight to the prophet's psyche.
It is pleasing to tell that the author accomplished it. I went to my bible and checked out the story of Elijah in 1 Kings. The author really followed the story to the letter. I
It is my wish that everyone enjoy this book and eat every word as though it is a delicious meal. Enjoy.
Mr. Noble has written a classic masterpiece giving us a good insight of the prophet Elijah. We are taking on a personal insight to the prophet's psyche.
It is pleasing to tell that the author accomplished it. I went to my bible and checked out the story of Elijah in 1 Kings. The author really followed the story to the letter. I
It is my wish that everyone enjoy this book and eat every word as though it is a delicious meal. Enjoy.
March 1, 2021
Jean38no
I enjoyed this portrait of Elijah the Prophet. Most everyone is familiar with Moses, Abraham, Issac, but we tend not to know a much about Elijah . The author wrote in such plan language. I began to feel as though Elijah came alive to me for the first time. He was an interesting person in the Bible in the line of prophets. I would like to read more of this author interpretations of the Old Testament Prophets.
I enjoyed this portrait of Elijah the Prophet. Most everyone is familiar with Moses, Abraham, Issac, but we tend not to know a much about Elijah . The author wrote in such plan language. I began to feel as though Elijah came alive to me for the first time. He was an interesting person in the Bible in the line of prophets. I would like to read more of this author interpretations of the Old Testament Prophets.
April 3, 2022
Great read!
John Noble takes the chapters from first and second Kings about Elijah and weaves it into a very memorable story. It is not a complete retelling but what is there is biblically accurate and is easy to tell what details are fictional and which are scripture. But mainly is a fun read and really brings life to the character in a charming and approachable way. Well done.
John Noble takes the chapters from first and second Kings about Elijah and weaves it into a very memorable story. It is not a complete retelling but what is there is biblically accurate and is easy to tell what details are fictional and which are scripture. But mainly is a fun read and really brings life to the character in a charming and approachable way. Well done.
March 4, 2023
I really enjoyed reading Elijah's story. It was nice to imagine everything that went through his head at the time and follow his emotions through his journey. Just reminding you that he was also just a man with emotions, weaknesses and strengths.
The dialogue did bother me a bit because it was written in a very modern way, although I understand he did not even speak English so it doesn't even matter and it did make for an easy read, so I'm still in 2 minds about that haha
The dialogue did bother me a bit because it was written in a very modern way, although I understand he did not even speak English so it doesn't even matter and it did make for an easy read, so I'm still in 2 minds about that haha
January 7, 2024
I really enjoyed this read. If you’re into scripture and biblical stories, this is the book for you. It dives into 1 King and tells the story of Elijah from his perspective of things. You hear about his hardships and accomplishments in a more detailed manner than what you hear in the Bible. The author cites the scripture he uses at the end of the book so you can reference his writing. It was well written and definitely worth reading.
September 15, 2018
A writer to watch for in Biblical fiction
John Noble’s debut novel brings a cast of Old Testament characters to life. His use of casual, current dialogue makes them especially readable, and the accuracy of the details give their stories the ring of truth. Fans of Biblical Fiction should follow Noble’s career.
John Noble’s debut novel brings a cast of Old Testament characters to life. His use of casual, current dialogue makes them especially readable, and the accuracy of the details give their stories the ring of truth. Fans of Biblical Fiction should follow Noble’s career.
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