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Alone in the Land of the Midnight Sun
A daughter betrayed. A father kidnapped. A broken bond that could destroy everything.
A Christian dystopian fantasy by Christina Cattane
Angelica has always been a rule breaker.
Now, with the New Testament restored, she struggles to understand some of the teachings of this man they call Jesus, especially the one calling her to forgive the one man who has done the unforgivable - her father.
But when the very militia that nearly took Angelica's life kidnaps her father, she discovers it might take far more than forgiveness to survive the mission God is now calling her on.
With her own life in the balance, will her refusal to forgive also destroy those most precious to her, or will she find the strength to surrender her own will to that of the Messiah she's just met?
A Christian dystopian fantasy by Christina Cattane
Angelica has always been a rule breaker.
Now, with the New Testament restored, she struggles to understand some of the teachings of this man they call Jesus, especially the one calling her to forgive the one man who has done the unforgivable - her father.
But when the very militia that nearly took Angelica's life kidnaps her father, she discovers it might take far more than forgiveness to survive the mission God is now calling her on.
With her own life in the balance, will her refusal to forgive also destroy those most precious to her, or will she find the strength to surrender her own will to that of the Messiah she's just met?
250 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 13, 2022
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May 16, 2022
ARC Review: Alone in the Land of the Midnight Sun is the best novel in the Angelica series so far. I was thrilled to find so many characters have grown so much, even the ones I didn’t like from the first book. This book is a page turner, written from the third person omniscient point of view (for those who care) and my favorite thing about it is how the author takes the reader in and out of each of the main characters’ heads without head-hopping. Most of the book reads like a thriller, as Angelica and her team rush headlong to fight an enemy with unknown powers—it had me fearing for their lives, bracing myself for the worst. I was happy that none of the main characters were killed.
I love that this story is Christian and dystopian, and in this second part especially, we get to understand a lot more about the world that was described in the first book. I only wish the author had explained through backstory or dialog what the actual great catastrophe was. We only see a little bit in the prologue, but that’s it. The second thing that caught my attention in a positive way is that the novel begins with the word of God and ends with the word of God, and throughout the story, the word of God was sprinkled without coming off as too preachy. Everything that was said was said at the right place, and for the right reasons.
My favorite character was Chugiak (my boy!!!). I think this book wouldn’t have been as amazing if Chugiak hadn’t gotten his own stage. He was the perfect avatar to show us how God’s Will works in real life; that it doesn’t have to look like what we think is good. And at the end of the book, I was glad Chugiak’s story turned out so beautiful. It was absolutely necessary, and his character development was natural.
My takeaway from this story—mostly from Angelica’s journey—is that forgiveness is not something you do once or something you say you have done; it is rather a tough road to be walked on, and you’ve never quite experienced true forgiveness until you’ve forgiven yourself. Thank you, Christina, for sending me an early copy of your masterpiece.
I love that this story is Christian and dystopian, and in this second part especially, we get to understand a lot more about the world that was described in the first book. I only wish the author had explained through backstory or dialog what the actual great catastrophe was. We only see a little bit in the prologue, but that’s it. The second thing that caught my attention in a positive way is that the novel begins with the word of God and ends with the word of God, and throughout the story, the word of God was sprinkled without coming off as too preachy. Everything that was said was said at the right place, and for the right reasons.
My favorite character was Chugiak (my boy!!!). I think this book wouldn’t have been as amazing if Chugiak hadn’t gotten his own stage. He was the perfect avatar to show us how God’s Will works in real life; that it doesn’t have to look like what we think is good. And at the end of the book, I was glad Chugiak’s story turned out so beautiful. It was absolutely necessary, and his character development was natural.
My takeaway from this story—mostly from Angelica’s journey—is that forgiveness is not something you do once or something you say you have done; it is rather a tough road to be walked on, and you’ve never quite experienced true forgiveness until you’ve forgiven yourself. Thank you, Christina, for sending me an early copy of your masterpiece.
May 16, 2022
Fantastic sequel!
If you haven’t read book 1, Lost in the Land of the Midnight Sun, I highly recommend it. Alone in the Land of the Midnight Sun continues Angelica’s journey of faith. She found grace and salvation and joy that was quickly shattered when she realized her father had been hiding huge secrets her whole life. She finds herself on another rescue mission, reluctant but necessary. Throughout the story she wrestles with unforgiveness that she just can’t let go of. The author did a great job making Angelica’s struggle realistic and emotional, as she retreats into a world of daydreams that do nothing but make her feel even more alone.
Though it is a bit slower paced than book 1, this story still features great character development, and gorgeous descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness, such a unique setting for a post apocalyptic tale of survival and faith. The world turns out to be wider and more dangerous than Angelica could have ever fathomed, and the ending left me wanting to know what happens next.
If you haven’t read book 1, Lost in the Land of the Midnight Sun, I highly recommend it. Alone in the Land of the Midnight Sun continues Angelica’s journey of faith. She found grace and salvation and joy that was quickly shattered when she realized her father had been hiding huge secrets her whole life. She finds herself on another rescue mission, reluctant but necessary. Throughout the story she wrestles with unforgiveness that she just can’t let go of. The author did a great job making Angelica’s struggle realistic and emotional, as she retreats into a world of daydreams that do nothing but make her feel even more alone.
Though it is a bit slower paced than book 1, this story still features great character development, and gorgeous descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness, such a unique setting for a post apocalyptic tale of survival and faith. The world turns out to be wider and more dangerous than Angelica could have ever fathomed, and the ending left me wanting to know what happens next.
May 20, 2022
A very good follow up to the first book (which is a must-read before this one). Such an intriguing concept for a series of a society that only has the Old Testament. Now that the New has been recovered, Angelica is both on a physical and spiritual journey with many twists and turns. The themes of love and forgiveness are prominent and explored well. Looking forward to the next book to see how Angelica and the others' stories continue.
May 16, 2022
Cattane has created a unique story world with strong writing. I sympathized with the characters as they faced troubles, and I cheered for them as they overcame them! I especially liked the story setting of the Alaskan wilderness.
May 19, 2022
This book was an amazing sequel to the series!!! This book will take you on an amazing journey!!! This is a book that is hard to put down. The book quickly pulls you in and makes it feel like you have joined the story!!
February 8, 2024
Worth reading
My question is... Is there a third book?
The first and second are seriously good books.
If you want adventure, danger, tested faith... These books are ones you'll want to read.
My question is... Is there a third book?
The first and second are seriously good books.
If you want adventure, danger, tested faith... These books are ones you'll want to read.
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