The Waking

by Cheryl McClamrock

Gianna’s life is falling apart, and as she cries herself to sleep one night, she suddenly awakens in another world. Here, she has armor, supernatural powers, and a connection with the Lord and His people unlike anything she’s experienced before. But it seems she’s not the only one who isn’t on Earth anymore. And it’s most definitely not a dream.Join Gianna as she explores a bizarre world filled with nightmarish and angelic creatures, meets unlikely heroes along the way, and fights against evil to help save the world. Will she last in a quest that seems so much more than she bargained for?

327 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 23, 2020

Reviews

[Cheryl McClamrock]

The Waking is a Christian fiction fantasy that seamlessly combines the exhilaration of a superhero adventure with biblically supernatural elements in a story that speaks to the significance of embracing grace, redemption, and one’s true identity in Christ.

[Connie Doolin · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you loved traveling to Narnia as a kid you will love The Waking. This face-paced heroes' journey manages to create a fantastical world and develop relatable characters all while delivering a face-paced adventure. You'll be hooked from the very first sentence!

[Abhay Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

⚫️Cheryl McClamrock’s The Waking is a captivating mix of faith, fantasy, and adventure that draws readers in from the very first page. With its unique premise and strong spiritual themes, this book offers an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, courage, and divine purpose.

⚫️The story centers around Gianna, a young woman whose life is falling apart until she finds herself in a mysterious new world where she is no longer just an ordinary person. Dressed in armor and endowed with supernatural abilities, she soon realizes she has been thrown into a battle between light and darkness. The stakes are high, the challenges daunting, and the journey ahead is far more significant than she ever anticipated.

⚫️McClamrock skillfully combines vivid world-building with profound spiritual themes, crafting a narrative that is both exciting and thought-provoking. The novel is populated with intriguing creatures, unexpected allies, and a sense of wonder that keeps readers engaged. Beyond the action and adventure, The Waking conveys a powerful message about faith, perseverance, and the strength that comes from divine purpose.

⚫️With its engaging storytelling, rich symbolism, and a heroine who becomes stronger with each challenge, this book is ideal for fans of Christian fantasy and allegorical tales. The Waking is more than just a story it’s an inspiring journey that reminds us of the struggles we all face and the higher calling that guides us. A must-read for anyone in search of an adventure filled with faith and hope!

Happy reading ❤️✨

[E.C. Glynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full disclosure: I read this book as part of a collaboration with Cheryl. The idea being that I, a deconstructionist Christian who wrote a fantasy book with the Church as a key antagonist, would read and review a Christian fantasy book written by a Minister. So here are my honest thoughts:

This book is written in 2 parts and I found myself absolutely engrossed in the first half. The writing style is excellent and Cheryl’s poignant portrayal of human suffering and the reasons why people leave, and come back to the Church, are sensitive and beautifully written. I found Part 2 a little harder to get immersed in. This is where the story takes a turn and the group of travellers from part 1, now join in with God for the fight against the devil. I think there was some biblical appreciation I was missing to fully enjoy this part of the story and overall I found it less compelling. However, on the whole that did not detract from my overall appreciation of Cheryl’s writing. I think other ex-Christian’s such as myself will find this book as equally fascinating as I did.