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Band of Believers #4
Darkness
Deep in the Montana wilderness, Willow Archer’s band of believers scrambles to prepare for the approaching winter. Things quickly go sideways when they encounter dangerous scavengers, a friend gets lost in the mountains, and a wolf pack moves into their area.
Meanwhile, their nemesis, Marcus Laramie, forms a gang of his own. If the groups cross paths, a deadly confrontation is sure to follow. Can the forces of light defeat the forces of darkness?
Read DARKNESS, book 4 in the heart-pounding tribulation series Band of Believers, to find out!
Meanwhile, their nemesis, Marcus Laramie, forms a gang of his own. If the groups cross paths, a deadly confrontation is sure to follow. Can the forces of light defeat the forces of darkness?
Read DARKNESS, book 4 in the heart-pounding tribulation series Band of Believers, to find out!
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Published December 25, 2018
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May 3, 2024
Hard review
I read all four books and think they were well written. My issue with the story is its hard to believe. I understand its fiction and doesn't need to make sense but it detracted from the story. Ex: the group goes into the woods, apparently not far and everyone can find them but the bad people. The entire story the group keeps going into the town to look for food but can't seem to understand the places have been raided. These people have no direction except to walk here and then back. Characters keep popping in and out of the groups camp ment but where do they go after? Then this 18 year old knows all and is the leader. To complete the ridiculousness its always the same people who get injured but keep on going.
I did enjoy the Bible parts but the visions get old. To conclude I gave the books a good rating because of the Bible, praying and trusting in God but the other parts of the story where way beyond fantasy. If u like a story that goes nowhere this would be enjoyable
I read all four books and think they were well written. My issue with the story is its hard to believe. I understand its fiction and doesn't need to make sense but it detracted from the story. Ex: the group goes into the woods, apparently not far and everyone can find them but the bad people. The entire story the group keeps going into the town to look for food but can't seem to understand the places have been raided. These people have no direction except to walk here and then back. Characters keep popping in and out of the groups camp ment but where do they go after? Then this 18 year old knows all and is the leader. To complete the ridiculousness its always the same people who get injured but keep on going.
I did enjoy the Bible parts but the visions get old. To conclude I gave the books a good rating because of the Bible, praying and trusting in God but the other parts of the story where way beyond fantasy. If u like a story that goes nowhere this would be enjoyable
December 23, 2023
Overall: Good read with a fast-paced storyline. Growing up with the Left Behinds: The Kids series, I'm very biased towards long series that have substantial character development and follow through to the end of the big picture (which in that case was Jesus' second coming). This series is more like a glimpse into the beginning of the End, which was neat, but not quite what I was hoping for.
Likes: Thought-provoking, End Times fiction, ties up loose ends well. A character comes to salvation and that part made me tear up a TON.
Dislikes: Not a ton of character depth since there are so many characters, and some of the conversations can feel a little cheesy. I liked the intensity of Left Behind: The Kids and wished there was a greater intensity in this series, rather than the (forgive my flippancy) typical animal attacks, murders, and natural disaster-induced issues.
Recommend? I would. Warning that it may cause distress for those who find End Times to be an anxiety-inducing topic.
Likes: Thought-provoking, End Times fiction, ties up loose ends well. A character comes to salvation and that part made me tear up a TON.
Dislikes: Not a ton of character depth since there are so many characters, and some of the conversations can feel a little cheesy. I liked the intensity of Left Behind: The Kids and wished there was a greater intensity in this series, rather than the (forgive my flippancy) typical animal attacks, murders, and natural disaster-induced issues.
Recommend? I would. Warning that it may cause distress for those who find End Times to be an anxiety-inducing topic.
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June 3, 2021
Darkness
This KU library selection is the conclusion of the Band of Believers series which takes place in a forest in Montana. The government is arresting Christians and forcing ID chip implants, which has forced this small group of believers into the forest near the small, rural town of Ponderosa. Led by an eighteen year old girl with prophetic dreams and an angel ally, the group experiences the tribulation up close as they navigate the harsh mountainous terrain and climate. The ending came too soon for me, though it did wrap up the loose ends from the overarching storyline. I will be exploring more by this author.
This KU library selection is the conclusion of the Band of Believers series which takes place in a forest in Montana. The government is arresting Christians and forcing ID chip implants, which has forced this small group of believers into the forest near the small, rural town of Ponderosa. Led by an eighteen year old girl with prophetic dreams and an angel ally, the group experiences the tribulation up close as they navigate the harsh mountainous terrain and climate. The ending came too soon for me, though it did wrap up the loose ends from the overarching storyline. I will be exploring more by this author.
May 13, 2022
Great series!
I truly enjoyed this series. It's absolutely well worth reading, and does hold your interest.
I still have a theological concern, this one different than the last one.
Jacob being one of the 144,000 sealed Jews....in the book of Revelation, the 144,000 sealed Jews were virgins, who had not "defiled themselves with women." Jacob, in this story lived with Heidi, so could not be qualified as a sealed Jew of the 144,000.
But, even so, the series is fantastic and will keep you anticipating the next page- from beginning to end.
(Review by Sue C. Weaver)
P.S., I love fiction woven with Biblical truth, but it has to be Biblically sound, as well.
I truly enjoyed this series. It's absolutely well worth reading, and does hold your interest.
I still have a theological concern, this one different than the last one.
Jacob being one of the 144,000 sealed Jews....in the book of Revelation, the 144,000 sealed Jews were virgins, who had not "defiled themselves with women." Jacob, in this story lived with Heidi, so could not be qualified as a sealed Jew of the 144,000.
But, even so, the series is fantastic and will keep you anticipating the next page- from beginning to end.
(Review by Sue C. Weaver)
P.S., I love fiction woven with Biblical truth, but it has to be Biblically sound, as well.
March 30, 2023
Excellent read
This is a well written book that is hard to set down. The characters are well thought out, with believable villains and unexpected heroes. The female heroins are realistic, unlike this modern cultures lead female roles where the women are unrealistically physically superior to the men in the storyline. The storyline is based upon what the Bible says about future events. We may not all agree on the interpretation of these events but it's real good to read about these things that we believe will happen. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves prophesy, and loves a good adventure.
This is a well written book that is hard to set down. The characters are well thought out, with believable villains and unexpected heroes. The female heroins are realistic, unlike this modern cultures lead female roles where the women are unrealistically physically superior to the men in the storyline. The storyline is based upon what the Bible says about future events. We may not all agree on the interpretation of these events but it's real good to read about these things that we believe will happen. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves prophesy, and loves a good adventure.
November 8, 2020
Great conclusion to this four book series. Good read.
I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to believers who enjoy good clean reading for pleasure when they have time. I will say that it is a work of fiction. When times like these truly unfold it probably will not take place like this it may be similar but probably not just like this. This was a great conclusion to the series and I did enjoy reading it. The author has a great imagination. I would recommend the series as it is a good read with a great storyline.
I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to believers who enjoy good clean reading for pleasure when they have time. I will say that it is a work of fiction. When times like these truly unfold it probably will not take place like this it may be similar but probably not just like this. This was a great conclusion to the series and I did enjoy reading it. The author has a great imagination. I would recommend the series as it is a good read with a great storyline.
October 18, 2021
Oh My Gosh! GREAT SERIES AND PROPER FINISH!
This was a different kind of "end of times" story and I loved from the first book through to the 4th-the last in the series...so far. 😉 I have faith in the author. This book is appropriate for all ages and would be perfect read as a family book. Everything from surviving under the worst circumstances to showing how strong faith can make the difference to a wonderful dog hero. All I'm going to add is that you really want these books in your library! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! :D
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! :D
This was a different kind of "end of times" story and I loved from the first book through to the 4th-the last in the series...so far. 😉 I have faith in the author. This book is appropriate for all ages and would be perfect read as a family book. Everything from surviving under the worst circumstances to showing how strong faith can make the difference to a wonderful dog hero. All I'm going to add is that you really want these books in your library! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! :D
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! :D
April 17, 2021
The brilliant culmination in the Band of Believers saga
Willow , Raven and their band of be!levers struggle to.survive as things get worse . Darkness envelopes the mountains and surrounding town of Montana . Jaime does a brilliant job of bringing you right into the food of these band of believers . You will hunger , cry and fight along with them as they are challenged like.never before
Willow , Raven and their band of be!levers struggle to.survive as things get worse . Darkness envelopes the mountains and surrounding town of Montana . Jaime does a brilliant job of bringing you right into the food of these band of believers . You will hunger , cry and fight along with them as they are challenged like.never before
May 29, 2021
I really loved this series of books. The author keeps me wanting to read more! It is thought provoking, and also encouraging even through the trials they face, as we read how the characters continue to turn to God and Jesus to get through their daily lives. Much like we need to do in our daily lives. I finished the last one last night and wish there was another book in the series! These were the first books I read by Jamie Lee Grey and I'm going to check out her other books today!
May 24, 2022
Band of Believers series
I really enjoyed reading this series, it kept you interested without a constant gun battles happening. I really like that their faith held the group together. I like the fact the women were strong and they knew what they were capable of doing and not trying to out performing the men. I hope Jamie Lee Grey continues with this series, I would like see what happens next.
I really enjoyed reading this series, it kept you interested without a constant gun battles happening. I really like that their faith held the group together. I like the fact the women were strong and they knew what they were capable of doing and not trying to out performing the men. I hope Jamie Lee Grey continues with this series, I would like see what happens next.
March 25, 2024
I finished this series in 3 weeks, I read all 4 books and they are fantastic. I would HIGHLY recommend! I think the first 2 books were so impactful and I could not put them down. The story-line for Book #3 and Book #4 seemed a bit more chaotic but it was an amazing series. I'd recommend it to my friends and family. It was a little sad for the series to end but it was a great read.
"His love for you was – is – so deep and overwhelming, he would die to save you.”
"His love for you was – is – so deep and overwhelming, he would die to save you.”
May 18, 2021
Jamie Lee Grey
I've read both of this author's series. She is a good writer. I had read the Band of Believers series 2 years ago and all four books are so good I enjoyed reading them again. All of Ms Grey's books are exciting to read and encouraging. They build faith and trust in God. I feel like they could be telling the real story of the end times.
I've read both of this author's series. She is a good writer. I had read the Band of Believers series 2 years ago and all four books are so good I enjoyed reading them again. All of Ms Grey's books are exciting to read and encouraging. They build faith and trust in God. I feel like they could be telling the real story of the end times.
September 23, 2021
Nice Ending
Band of Believers 4: Darkness was a fitting end to the series. There were a few things I had issues with me being a Mennonite Christian and turning the other cheek. I'm glad that some issues were worked out but there were some that things I felt were cliff hangers unless I missed something.
Except for the gun fights I enjoyed this book.
Band of Believers 4: Darkness was a fitting end to the series. There were a few things I had issues with me being a Mennonite Christian and turning the other cheek. I'm glad that some issues were worked out but there were some that things I felt were cliff hangers unless I missed something.
Except for the gun fights I enjoyed this book.
September 24, 2021
Awe inspiring series
What a wonderful faith based series. I’ve only just recently discovered this author and I just adore her. Now I’m busy trying to read all her books. If you are a Christian these are the books for you to read. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you so very much.
What a wonderful faith based series. I’ve only just recently discovered this author and I just adore her. Now I’m busy trying to read all her books. If you are a Christian these are the books for you to read. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you so very much.
May 14, 2023
great series
This is the last book in the Band of Believers series. While some would say that it’s cheesy end times writing, I think the story of Willow and Raven together with their rag tag group of followers is a great reminder of what the world may look like someday. Well worth reading. I love the scriptures and the reminders that God is always there.
This is the last book in the Band of Believers series. While some would say that it’s cheesy end times writing, I think the story of Willow and Raven together with their rag tag group of followers is a great reminder of what the world may look like someday. Well worth reading. I love the scriptures and the reminders that God is always there.
December 5, 2023
Great books. It is a work of fiction on what could happen. Unfortunately, not everyone lives near mountains that they could run to in order to hide out if it comes to that. And neither series by this author mentions the Rapture which I still question. I wasn't brought up to believe in it but people in the church I go to now all do. Wondering what this author's thoughts are.
March 9, 2025
Fitting end to a great series!
This may be my favorite from Jamie Lee Gray and I have read a lot from this author. This book had suspense, action, relatable characters, and biblical accuracy. It flowed and paced well. It made cry, laugh and Couldn't put it down. Bravo for the Band of Believers!
This may be my favorite from Jamie Lee Gray and I have read a lot from this author. This book had suspense, action, relatable characters, and biblical accuracy. It flowed and paced well. It made cry, laugh and Couldn't put it down. Bravo for the Band of Believers!
March 1, 2019
The End
This was a wonderful God filled book/series. I'm going to miss reading about the band of believers. Darkness was a great ending to the series. It was a rollercoaster ride much like life in general but they had faith God would get them through the hardships.
This was a wonderful God filled book/series. I'm going to miss reading about the band of believers. Darkness was a great ending to the series. It was a rollercoaster ride much like life in general but they had faith God would get them through the hardships.
March 22, 2019
Engaging and Entertaining
I truly enjoyed this series. Very well written, enough characters to keep it very interesting but not too many to complicate things. This was a good ending to the series. Each book was engaging and entertaining! Highly recommend the whole series.
I truly enjoyed this series. Very well written, enough characters to keep it very interesting but not too many to complicate things. This was a good ending to the series. Each book was engaging and entertaining! Highly recommend the whole series.
October 19, 2019
Good read
Storyline keeps you interested and makes you want more! Characters are well thought out and writer describes wash in away you feel they are genuine people! Now to wait for book 5.
Storyline keeps you interested and makes you want more! Characters are well thought out and writer describes wash in away you feel they are genuine people! Now to wait for book 5.
December 24, 2020
I finished reading this book last night and I loved it. I loved the whole series, and I really hope that the author will write another book for this series. It would make a great MOVIE or TV miniseries!
February 12, 2021
Good series
This is book 3 of a series. I enjoyed this inspirational book. I don’t know how things are going to end in this world but this series gives a glimpse of how hard it may get.
This is book 3 of a series. I enjoyed this inspirational book. I don’t know how things are going to end in this world but this series gives a glimpse of how hard it may get.
June 8, 2021
Romans 8:28 God will work it out
Through difficulties and tribulations the Band of Believers find over and over that The Lord watches over us as “The Apple of His Eye”. Such a heartwarming Thanksgiving ending this story has.
Through difficulties and tribulations the Band of Believers find over and over that The Lord watches over us as “The Apple of His Eye”. Such a heartwarming Thanksgiving ending this story has.
July 6, 2021
Spellbinding. Just couldn’t quit reading. I hope to meet these characters in future writings. The underlying message is important during the times we are living. It may not be as much fiction as we would like to believe. Ive read all I can find from this author. She’s just that good!
August 30, 2021
I think the author did a good job of writing a faith based novel, but if you’re looking for a bible based end time themed novel I don’t think this is it. This is more of a survival novel with end time themes, but not as clear cut as other “revelations themed” books of this genre.
September 3, 2021
Excellent Again!
I just love reading Jamie Lee's books.......I love the Christian message that builds and weaves in the story. And how you can't wait for the next book....and here I am on book #4!
I just love reading Jamie Lee's books.......I love the Christian message that builds and weaves in the story. And how you can't wait for the next book....and here I am on book #4!
September 22, 2021
Good Page Turner.
Heat page turner. From one story or circumstance to the next. Great christian values and the Gospel. Jaime Lee Grey is a great story teller. I'll read more of series soon.
Heat page turner. From one story or circumstance to the next. Great christian values and the Gospel. Jaime Lee Grey is a great story teller. I'll read more of series soon.
July 12, 2022
Good read
Good read. I recommend this series. This series is a page turner .I am so thankful to have found Jamie Grey. I love the clean Christian stories she writes. Ok Jamie, I am waiting for your next series.
Good read. I recommend this series. This series is a page turner .I am so thankful to have found Jamie Grey. I love the clean Christian stories she writes. Ok Jamie, I am waiting for your next series.
July 21, 2022
Binge reading this author! great series!
Band of Believers comes to a conclusion. They should be read in order. So good, end times, trying to survive. All the emotions, in a good way! Enjoy!
Band of Believers comes to a conclusion. They should be read in order. So good, end times, trying to survive. All the emotions, in a good way! Enjoy!
September 21, 2022
Adventures in the wilderness!
Another great series from this author, love how she writes, her books are exciting if you like good clean Christian end time apocalypse you'll love the Band Of Believers!😁
Another great series from this author, love how she writes, her books are exciting if you like good clean Christian end time apocalypse you'll love the Band Of Believers!😁
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