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Dangerous Salvation
What if your saviour was more dangerous than your enemy? Lonely and living on the streets, forced to steal clothes to survive another bitter winter, Daniel has an encounter that turns his world upside-down. Confronted by two strangers who tell him things about himself that no human could possibly know, Daniel is offered a to stay where he is and face the dangers of the street, or accept the invitation of a warm bed, a family ... and to join their war. Can he trust the safety this "family" appears to offer? Or will he give into the temptations of the Dark Lord? He must make a decision. And fast.
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352 pages, Paperback
Published March 26, 2020
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November 5, 2023
Great read
This is the first book in Donita Bundy’s series Armour of Light. But I actually read the second book in the series, Blinding Revelation, first. My mistake but it didn’t stop me from thoroughly enjoying the story. It’s an engaging story with a cast of endearing characters. I’m very much looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
This is the first book in Donita Bundy’s series Armour of Light. But I actually read the second book in the series, Blinding Revelation, first. My mistake but it didn’t stop me from thoroughly enjoying the story. It’s an engaging story with a cast of endearing characters. I’m very much looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
February 29, 2024
Dangerous Salvation is a raging conflagration of relationships, chaos and danger, with stakes of cosmic proportions
Author Donita Bundy’s first book in her Armour of Light series follows the trials, failures, and glories of an unlikely and thoroughly unconventional family. The individuals are bound not by relationships of blood, but by an eternal destiny. Like most families, the group’s stability is often threatened by distrust, fears, and a focus on self. But in the end, interdependence and self-sacrificial love defeat each threat.
The eight main characters, each of equal importance, are finely drawn and well developed throughout the story’s arc. Each individual has distinct and readily identifiable characterestics: their own fears, strengths, quirks, hopes, hates, language and mannerisms. The family’s eight members are very relatable and as you get to know them, you grow to love them—even in the midst of their considerable foibles.
Bundy’s detailed descriptions of a dystopian city, ripe for destruction, are not so exaggerated that you can’t recognize it as your own. The place is much like where we all live, but more so. The artificial beauty is more glamorous; the rotten underbelly slimier.
The story itself is a gritty and stark exploration of the very real, and mostly unseen, war between Light and Dark, Benevolence and Malevolence. As I read, I often had flashbacks of Lewis’s novel “That Hideous Strength.” Of course, Good must triumph over Evil, but not without first encountering pain, loss, failures, and yes, death. And the book reveals that the battle is not to be undertaken lightly: to survive, and find victory, one must train, discipline, sacrifice, and commit to loyalty to others and the cause without reservation. To do anything less invites certain defeat. The chaos of warfare is not for the faint of heart.
Author Donita Bundy’s first book in her Armour of Light series follows the trials, failures, and glories of an unlikely and thoroughly unconventional family. The individuals are bound not by relationships of blood, but by an eternal destiny. Like most families, the group’s stability is often threatened by distrust, fears, and a focus on self. But in the end, interdependence and self-sacrificial love defeat each threat.
The eight main characters, each of equal importance, are finely drawn and well developed throughout the story’s arc. Each individual has distinct and readily identifiable characterestics: their own fears, strengths, quirks, hopes, hates, language and mannerisms. The family’s eight members are very relatable and as you get to know them, you grow to love them—even in the midst of their considerable foibles.
Bundy’s detailed descriptions of a dystopian city, ripe for destruction, are not so exaggerated that you can’t recognize it as your own. The place is much like where we all live, but more so. The artificial beauty is more glamorous; the rotten underbelly slimier.
The story itself is a gritty and stark exploration of the very real, and mostly unseen, war between Light and Dark, Benevolence and Malevolence. As I read, I often had flashbacks of Lewis’s novel “That Hideous Strength.” Of course, Good must triumph over Evil, but not without first encountering pain, loss, failures, and yes, death. And the book reveals that the battle is not to be undertaken lightly: to survive, and find victory, one must train, discipline, sacrifice, and commit to loyalty to others and the cause without reservation. To do anything less invites certain defeat. The chaos of warfare is not for the faint of heart.
April 5, 2020
For the people who read the reviews rather than judging a book by its cover I have some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that a book this good and well written doesn’t get published every couple of weeks. But the good news is that Dangerous Salvation is good enough to enjoy reading a second time, or even more, until book 2 comes out at Christmas.
I read a lot of science fiction and fantasy; Christian and non-Christian, and this book rates as bloody good in either category. It doesn’t have a lot of actual bloodshed but Donita has done an amazing job of making the reader feel the emotions of the characters as they are fighting or fearing for their lives.
I have served overseas in a war zone for the Australian Defence Force, and for me, this book gives a pretty good comparison of my time there; not that much actual bloodshed, your emotions are heightened, fears are deeper, joys are higher, and you really … really, need your mates around you.
Dangerous Salvation is the most emotionally moving fiction book I’ve have read in a very long time. If ever.
I read a lot of science fiction and fantasy; Christian and non-Christian, and this book rates as bloody good in either category. It doesn’t have a lot of actual bloodshed but Donita has done an amazing job of making the reader feel the emotions of the characters as they are fighting or fearing for their lives.
I have served overseas in a war zone for the Australian Defence Force, and for me, this book gives a pretty good comparison of my time there; not that much actual bloodshed, your emotions are heightened, fears are deeper, joys are higher, and you really … really, need your mates around you.
Dangerous Salvation is the most emotionally moving fiction book I’ve have read in a very long time. If ever.
February 27, 2024
Daniel lives in a tree hideout, scrounging on the streets for sufficient food and clothing to survive the winter. He's casing out a department store when he's confronted by two mysterious strangers who seem to know far too much about him. He realises his danger since so much of his safety relies on not being noticed. But the strangers suggest they've come to rescue him.
He's wary but he goes with them... and discovers a place of peace, warm beds, regular food and a group of people who've formed a family to be able to survive in the perilous city of Sodom. Daniel's not too sure about getting involved, particularly since the family seem to be preparing for battle against some dark, malevolent force. He's taken an instant and passionate dislike to Tessa, one of the girls who rescued him... but he's curious about many of the others: Val, Abbot, Marcus, Kaitlyn, and the children, mute Sariah and ocd Raphael.
On checking whether he's free to leave the premises, Daniel encounters a mysterious figure he calls "Suit Dude" who tries to dissuade him from staying with the group. Dan is freaked out by the experience and begins to realise how deadly the situation is.
This is a character-driven story. As slowly the back-histories of each of the characters emerges, the tension starts to ramp up. There appears to be one last person to rescue before the group can leave Sodom on the eve of its destruction: a shopgirl named Ebony. But she keeps missing the appointments they make to meet with her.
He's wary but he goes with them... and discovers a place of peace, warm beds, regular food and a group of people who've formed a family to be able to survive in the perilous city of Sodom. Daniel's not too sure about getting involved, particularly since the family seem to be preparing for battle against some dark, malevolent force. He's taken an instant and passionate dislike to Tessa, one of the girls who rescued him... but he's curious about many of the others: Val, Abbot, Marcus, Kaitlyn, and the children, mute Sariah and ocd Raphael.
On checking whether he's free to leave the premises, Daniel encounters a mysterious figure he calls "Suit Dude" who tries to dissuade him from staying with the group. Dan is freaked out by the experience and begins to realise how deadly the situation is.
This is a character-driven story. As slowly the back-histories of each of the characters emerges, the tension starts to ramp up. There appears to be one last person to rescue before the group can leave Sodom on the eve of its destruction: a shopgirl named Ebony. But she keeps missing the appointments they make to meet with her.
August 10, 2024
Dangerous Salvation is a gripping tale. It's set in a town called Sodom, and if you know anything about biblical stories, you'll probably realise that it's not the best place to live. Its main theme is spiritual warfare, with the main characters pitted against demon creatures who are keeping the people of Sodom from finding the Light. Occasionally, one or two people find the Light in spite of this interference, and this book is mainly about one - Daniel - finding his way into a group filled with misfits who have left their old lives behind, often with horrific stories from their past, as they try to walk a different path.
The first chapter is in Daniel's point of view, but each chapter nearly always changes to a different character, featuring the point of view of quite a few different people in the group. This isn't my favourite way to read a story but after I got used to it, I found it worked really well, probably because the author did such a good job at it. It also helped in understanding everyone's experiences. The only criticism I have is that this style of writing meant that it made the pace was a little slow at times, but it was still entertaining.
If you're into Christian speculative fiction, this is definitely a book you should read. Highly recommended.
The first chapter is in Daniel's point of view, but each chapter nearly always changes to a different character, featuring the point of view of quite a few different people in the group. This isn't my favourite way to read a story but after I got used to it, I found it worked really well, probably because the author did such a good job at it. It also helped in understanding everyone's experiences. The only criticism I have is that this style of writing meant that it made the pace was a little slow at times, but it was still entertaining.
If you're into Christian speculative fiction, this is definitely a book you should read. Highly recommended.
February 21, 2026
This gritty story interweaves eight diverse modern day characters through a quagmire of Sodom. We know there's a climactic battle between Light and Dark, good and evil ahead. Daniel, after eking a precarious existence living in a tree, is taken into an ill-assorted but caring family of characters whose back-stories are equally grim. Yet they offer hope, a warm bed, clean clothes, a haircut and a chance for a better life together.
Daniel must choose between Light and Dark. If only he will accept the former, there is an awareness that battles with evil malevolent forces lie ahead. But even as he recounts disturbing dreams and encounters the "Suit Dude" — a brilliant portrayal of Satan—he is encouraged and upheld by his new family. Much as he disliked Tessa, there's a realisation that they hold much in common as well as challenging attraction.
My first reaction to this book was a resounding thumbs up to the author. But I was daunted to process eight characters (this is a character-driven novel) which might have warranted a 4.5 star review. I was encouraged by writing buddies to persevere. Do so!
I can wholly recommend the plotting and character craftsmanship and will look forward to reading further books in the series.
Daniel must choose between Light and Dark. If only he will accept the former, there is an awareness that battles with evil malevolent forces lie ahead. But even as he recounts disturbing dreams and encounters the "Suit Dude" — a brilliant portrayal of Satan—he is encouraged and upheld by his new family. Much as he disliked Tessa, there's a realisation that they hold much in common as well as challenging attraction.
My first reaction to this book was a resounding thumbs up to the author. But I was daunted to process eight characters (this is a character-driven novel) which might have warranted a 4.5 star review. I was encouraged by writing buddies to persevere. Do so!
I can wholly recommend the plotting and character craftsmanship and will look forward to reading further books in the series.
July 13, 2024
This is a fantastic Book 1 and promises to be gripping for all four books (currently halfway through the next one, and can't put it down). Donita Bundy has written a convincing modernised Roman empire. The characters are believable and fallible - all the more relatable to journey with than the 'squeaky clean' variety. Highs and lows aplenty, adventures, the trials of family life, priorities, growth, and a whole new perspective on what it means to walk in the light. Ten thumbs up.
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