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‘Edge Of Tomorrow’ … and Eternity

In a future of desperate war, one coward’s life is transformed by all the time in the world.

‘Bid The Gods Arise’ Is Fantastic Fantasy

Bid the Gods Arise sets up what is sure to be a strong series of fantasy novels from Robert Mullin.

‘Numb’ Is Anything But

“Numb” is not perfect, but it has a lot of heart that tugs you forward.

Chariots, Horses, and Aircraft Carriers are No Match For ‘Godzilla’

Neither nature nor nature’s God pay heed to humanity’s hubris.

‘Amish Vampires In Space’ Takes The Topic Seriously

Amish Vampires in Space by Kerry Nietz
In this non-parody novel, author Kerry Nietz tells a believable science fiction tale of adventures in the far future of Amish settlers on an interstellar voyage.

Madoka Magica: The Law Condemns, But Grace Saves

Using the framework of the “Magical Girl Warrior” genre, this anime series retells the famous Christian morality play “Faust.”

The Story Of ‘Numb’ May Follow You Everywhere

I could not put this book down. It followed me everywhere.

‘Sound Of The Sky’ Echoes The Song Of Grace

This story of soldiers called by a trumpet to lives of forgiveness and grace is one of the most Christian-friendly stories I’ve seen in anime.

‘Leviathan’ Will Pull You In With A Hook

In this frenetically savage thriller, an evil creature of incredible power drives characters into the arms of that Being Who is mightier still.

‘Valor’s Worth’: Trusting The Lord With Our Traumas

Though an exciting story, “Valor’s Worth” is also a journey through the main character dealing with traumas in a realistic manner, upheld by faith.

‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ Fights For True Freedom and Salvation Of Enemies

“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” proves fans will follow a true hero across genres and into serious explorations of freedom.

Faerie Tales Of Gold

Truth bursts to life in the award-winning “Tales of Goldstone Wood” fantasy series, full of characters mirroring ourselves.

‘Wolf Children’: In The World, Yet Not Of It

“Wolf Children” is an excellent anime film that may remind Christians of their own natures.

Judging ‘Noah’

Russell Crowe in Noah.
This speculative adaptation of the biblical epic eliminates all assurance of salvation in order to gaze unflinchingly at the justice of God.

‘Power Of The Daleks’ Regenerates Classic ‘Doctor Who’

The first story of Doctor Who’s Second Doctor says a lot about the seductive nature of evil.

This Reader Did Not Fall For ‘Fallen’

This Milton-fanon-inspired debut novel is a decent time-waster, but I wouldn’t pay for it.

Finding Beauty and Truth In The Original Mistborn Trilogy

Though a Mormon and not a believer, Brandon Sanderson has still written books that show the beauty and truth of God via the struggles and triumphs of his characters.

The Wild West Comes To The Moon In ‘Crater’

Homer Hickam’s detailed teen sci-fi novel explores the moon and through the eyes of a unique boy with a big heart.

Paganism and Christianity Hide In Juliet Marillier’s ‘Wolfskin’

“Wolfskin” by Juliet Marillier presents pagan religions as real, but also includes a clear statement of repentance and belief in Christ.

‘Failstate: Legends’ Is Far From Failure

John W. Otte’s sequel to “Failstate” lives up to its predecessor and more, providing tons of action, a complex plot, and fun new characters.

‘Bid The Gods Arise’: An Allegory That Works

This epic fantasy avoids the common clichés of speculative Christian fiction, with allegory and faith integral to the story.

A Storyteller Sings In ‘The Way Of Kings’

This monumental epic, a work of singular beauty and depth, treats its readers with respect by challenging the convictions of its characters.

‘Auralia’s Colors’ Gives Fantasy Fans Something Different

I came to appreciate that author Jeffrey Overstreet was doing something different in his fantasy debut.

Debugging ‘The DarkTrench Saga’

This far-future sci-fi hurls the reader into a dystopia of universal Islam, where a man enslaved by technology will step into legend when he encounters the living God.

‘A Cast Of Stones,’ A Clash Of Tones

This well-written and entertaining novel is a step in the right direction for Christian fantasy, but its dissonance of conflict forestalls greatness.

‘The Hobbit’: An Unexpected ‘Desolation’

Aside from a surprise burglary-turned-dragon-assault and one glowing She-Elf, “The Desolation of Smaug” shines.

Suspense Takes Back Seat As Family Agenda Steers Story

James Dobson’s and Kurt Bruner’s second dystopian novel raises important questions but suffers from a weak plot.

A Cast Of Stones By Patrick Carr – A Review

Already, at the age of 18, Errol Stone is a drunk. The town drunk, in fact, but he knows his way around the countryside, including a dangerous gorge that must be crossed to reach the ravine where a certain secluded churchman lives with his servant.

‘Bid The Gods Arise,’ and Wake Me Up As Well

Reviewer Austin Gunderson: This fantasy’s fascinating setting and villains keep readers engrossed, but the story suffers in style, pacing, and plot.
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