Review by read4loving -- Raven's Peak by Lincoln Cole
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Review by read4loving -- Raven's Peak by Lincoln Cole
[Following is a volunteer review of "Raven's Peak" by Lincoln Cole.]
3 out of 4 stars
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Lincoln Cole’s book, Raven’s Peak, World on Fire Book 1, is a fiction thriller on the evil of demon possession and the necessity for love in battling this. The book revolves around a small town, Raven’s Peak, in the United States.
A small group of specially-trained warriors, Hunters, battle the demons wherever their influence is noticed. Hunters are trained, organized and directed by the Council, a ruthless and secretive organization, with the mission of keeping the world safe from the evils of demonic attacks and possession. The missions portray the dedication and sacrifice of the Hunters and Council members.
Arthur Vangeest, the Reverend, is the best warrior available and had trained many others, including his adopted daughter, Abigail Dressler, whose training he had not quite completed before he ended up in jail. Frieda, a Council member and former companion to the Reverend, directs the Hunters, and is willing to occasionally act outside the knowledge of the Council, but not against its mission.
The Reverend gives his life to save Abigail who resumes her work of countering demons. A task soon connects her to Haatim, a non-warrior. Initially all she wanted to do was complete her task and send him away so he does not interfere with her main mission. Her discovery of Haatim’s father’s identity changes everything. At great risk to herself, she follows her deepest feelings and takes Haatim along on her main mission.
As Abigail’s mission becomes too risky, she sends Haatim away from Raven’s Peak, to save his life. She then confronts a demon whose skills are beyond her conscious training. Midway in the escape, Haatim decides to follow his heart to go and help Abigail, even though he did not know exactly know how he would help. When he shows up, Haatim finds himself drawing on inner resources he never knew he had.
I like the thrill of adventure and suspense in the book. It kept me wanting to know what happens next, secretly encouraging the protagonist, Abigail. Though a work of fiction, Raven’s Peak portrays an admirable human quality: how, acting on the premise of love and self-sacrifice, we rise above logical limitations and accomplish great things. I like this a lot because it always reminds me that man, as soul, is infinitely capable if he acts from pure love. The book portrays the triumph of love, surrender and sacrifice, over the most daunting challenges in life. I enjoyed following the growth and change in the various characters as they faced their challenges. I look forward to the sequel and the promise of adventure it holds.
Raven’s Peak has a fast pace that encouraged me to keep reading without wishing to stop. The pace gives the feeling of cruising on a smooth road with light traffic, but the many errors and typos give the feeling of unexpected frequent speed bumps on the trip. For instance:
1. On page 23, fifth paragraph from the bottom, “A dream of that had lasted for the past five years…” would read better as, “A dream that had lasted for the past five years…”
2. On page 37, fifth paragraph, third sentence, “He assumed it would he harder than …” would read better as, “He assumed it would be harder than …”
3. On page 131, fourth paragraph from the bottom, second sentence, “It was dark out, a little after eight at night, …” would read better as, “It was dark outside, a little after eight at night, …”
I enjoyed reading Raven’s Peak and would recommend it to people who like spiritual adventure and enjoy following the growth of the human spirit as initially insurmountable challenges are faced and gradually overcome. However, on account of the many errors mentioned earlier, I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars.
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3 out of 4 stars
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Lincoln Cole’s book, Raven’s Peak, World on Fire Book 1, is a fiction thriller on the evil of demon possession and the necessity for love in battling this. The book revolves around a small town, Raven’s Peak, in the United States.
A small group of specially-trained warriors, Hunters, battle the demons wherever their influence is noticed. Hunters are trained, organized and directed by the Council, a ruthless and secretive organization, with the mission of keeping the world safe from the evils of demonic attacks and possession. The missions portray the dedication and sacrifice of the Hunters and Council members.
Arthur Vangeest, the Reverend, is the best warrior available and had trained many others, including his adopted daughter, Abigail Dressler, whose training he had not quite completed before he ended up in jail. Frieda, a Council member and former companion to the Reverend, directs the Hunters, and is willing to occasionally act outside the knowledge of the Council, but not against its mission.
The Reverend gives his life to save Abigail who resumes her work of countering demons. A task soon connects her to Haatim, a non-warrior. Initially all she wanted to do was complete her task and send him away so he does not interfere with her main mission. Her discovery of Haatim’s father’s identity changes everything. At great risk to herself, she follows her deepest feelings and takes Haatim along on her main mission.
As Abigail’s mission becomes too risky, she sends Haatim away from Raven’s Peak, to save his life. She then confronts a demon whose skills are beyond her conscious training. Midway in the escape, Haatim decides to follow his heart to go and help Abigail, even though he did not know exactly know how he would help. When he shows up, Haatim finds himself drawing on inner resources he never knew he had.
I like the thrill of adventure and suspense in the book. It kept me wanting to know what happens next, secretly encouraging the protagonist, Abigail. Though a work of fiction, Raven’s Peak portrays an admirable human quality: how, acting on the premise of love and self-sacrifice, we rise above logical limitations and accomplish great things. I like this a lot because it always reminds me that man, as soul, is infinitely capable if he acts from pure love. The book portrays the triumph of love, surrender and sacrifice, over the most daunting challenges in life. I enjoyed following the growth and change in the various characters as they faced their challenges. I look forward to the sequel and the promise of adventure it holds.
Raven’s Peak has a fast pace that encouraged me to keep reading without wishing to stop. The pace gives the feeling of cruising on a smooth road with light traffic, but the many errors and typos give the feeling of unexpected frequent speed bumps on the trip. For instance:
1. On page 23, fifth paragraph from the bottom, “A dream of that had lasted for the past five years…” would read better as, “A dream that had lasted for the past five years…”
2. On page 37, fifth paragraph, third sentence, “He assumed it would he harder than …” would read better as, “He assumed it would be harder than …”
3. On page 131, fourth paragraph from the bottom, second sentence, “It was dark out, a little after eight at night, …” would read better as, “It was dark outside, a little after eight at night, …”
I enjoyed reading Raven’s Peak and would recommend it to people who like spiritual adventure and enjoy following the growth of the human spirit as initially insurmountable challenges are faced and gradually overcome. However, on account of the many errors mentioned earlier, I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars.
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What a wonderful review. I have read this book and I agree with you that it is fast paced. It leaves you anxious to know what's next. I'm glad you enjoyed this book just like I did.
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