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The Deliverer
Reviews, Sep 23, 2022

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The Deliverer, Jason William Karpf
Light in the darkness
The Change, Bradley Caffee
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A light in the grimdark
The Choice, Bradley Caffee
Aslan from The Horse and His Boy: "No one ever saw anything more terrible or beautiful."
100 Cupboards, N. D. Wilson
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The Deliverer
“Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 23, 2022

How to Discern ‘Honest’ Christian Fiction Without Embracing Darkness
“Some critics argue Christian fiction should avoid cringe by showing more darkness and sin, but this approach brings biblical dangers.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 21, 2022

The Change
“Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 2, 2022

Immortal Guardian
“Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.”
—Lorehaven on Aug 26, 2022

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    Prospect: Why I Like Nobledark or Grimbright Better than Cheerful and Corrupt
    Travis Perry, Articles on Nov 12, 2020

    ’During Traumatic Times, We Need Truthful Stories to Help Us Heal’
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jun 30, 2020

    The Deal with the Devil
    Travis Perry, Articles on Nov 14, 2019

    Messin’ With Time
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Oct 28, 2019

    A Case Study in Fictional Magic: Dawn Before the Dark
    Travis Perry, Articles on Sep 26, 2019

    Speculative Or True?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Dec 17, 2018

    A Resurgence Of Epic Fantasy?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jul 2, 2018

    Absent Parents in Young Adult Fantasy
    Laurie Lucking, Articles on Apr 27, 2018

    Body Count Vs. Human Cost
    Mark Carver, Articles on Jun 15, 2016

    Once Upon A Time: If We Tune In
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Feb 3, 2016

    The True Story That Reads Like Speculative Fiction
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Dec 21, 2015

    Here There Be Monsters…
    Mark Carver, Articles on Sep 9, 2015

    Are Heroes Passé?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Aug 31, 2015

    Wizards, Witches, and The Bible
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Mar 3, 2015

    Should Christians Enjoy Fantasy?
    Pam Halter, Articles on Aug 29, 2014

    Relics, Relics, Relics
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on May 16, 2013

    What Makes Fantasy Work? Part 1
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Mar 4, 2013

    Where Are All The Superheroes?
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Feb 20, 2013

    What Constitutes “Derivative”?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Dec 10, 2012

    Fantastic Tropes and Where To Find Them
    Kessie Carroll, Articles on Sep 9, 2012

    Speculative Faith Reading Group 6: Greed and Gifts
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jul 12, 2012

    Done To Death: A New Trope
    John Otte, Articles on Mar 14, 2012

    Sex In The Story 5: More Male Mythologies
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Mar 8, 2012

    Lord Of The Fantasies: Beyond The Swordfights
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jan 26, 2012

    The Making Of A Myth, Part 7 – Tolkien And The Gospel
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Dec 26, 2011

    Violence & The Time Lord
    Kaci Hill, Articles on Jun 15, 2011

    What’s Wrong With Allegory?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Feb 28, 2011

    What Does God Think Of Fantasy?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Nov 15, 2010

    Fantasy, Compatable With Christianity?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Oct 4, 2010

    In Defense Of Dragons, Elves, and Sword-smiths
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Sep 27, 2010

    Fantasy Works If It …
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Sep 30, 2008

    Fantasy and The Depiction Of Evil
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jul 28, 2008

    Is Fantasy Dangerous?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jul 14, 2008

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Lorehaven helps Christian fans explore fantastical stories for Christ’s glory: fantasy, science fiction, and beyond. Articles, the library, reviews, podcasts, gifts, and the Lorehaven Guild community help fans discern and enjoy the best Christian-made fantastical stories, applying their meanings to the real world Jesus Christ calls us to serve. Subscribe free to get any updates you choose and to access the Lorehaven Guild.