Overall rating and opinion of "Killing Abel" by Michael Tieman

Sharon Myles · Post by **Sharon Myles** » 17 Jun 2020, 03:05

I have started reading the book and as a Christian I can't count the number of times I have heard this story. However, the book does an amazing job of letting us know more about what transpired. I'd give it a 4 out of 4 stars.

Adanna Inya · Post by **Adanna Inya** » 17 Jun 2020, 12:45

I'm taken by the fact that even though the story of Cain and Abel is a popular one, the author helped fill in the missing gaps. Blending a story as old as time to fit today's world is a real feat. I had to read that portion of Genesis again, and this time, with a fresh understanding. I'll gladly rate it 4 out of 4 stars.

Amystl26 · Post by **Amystl26** » 17 Jun 2020, 14:28

This was posted from a duplicate question that I really loved: would you recommend this book to a nonreligious person? And seeing that I fall into that category I was intrigued but redirected here. But seeing as I learn through stories I'm sure it could still be a good book for me.

JustineSophia2 · Post by **JustineSophia2** » 17 Jun 2020, 18:44

I was hesitant to read this book, the Biblical story of Adam and Eve has been written many times. I was worried that it would not be new and interesting, however, I found many of the components the author highlighted new and engaging. The author did a very good job highlighting the challenges of humanity.

Rukitejevbo02 · Post by **Rukitejevbo02** » 18 Jun 2020, 01:22

This will be an awesome book for the intended audience and I would love to read it!

Chege_wanjiku · Post by **Chege_wanjiku** » 18 Jun 2020, 08:11

I have read this book and I must say it is very intriguing as it sounds, it has helped me to appreciate the original stories in the Bible. I would recommend the book to any Christian who would love to have details of what happened in the book of Genesis.

Teddyquam · Post by **Teddyquam** » 18 Jun 2020, 09:10

From all of your good feedback and the catchy title, I would definitely want to read this book. I cannot rate it just yet, but I will say I am excited to read!

Claude Belemu · Post by **Claude Belemu** » 18 Jun 2020, 15:56

Nelson Chocha wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 09:57 The Bible is a collection of sacred texts or scriptures. Varying parts of the Bible are considered to be a product of divine inspiration and a record of the relationship between God and humans by Christians, Jews, Samaritans, and Rastafari.

The plots in Killing Abel has not changed a single context in the words of the Bible, but the author's imagination fills in the gaps which led to difficult acknowledgment to some of the readers of the Bible. I really think this is the book is amazing, that is why I will rate it 4 out of 4 stars.

I could not have said it better! It was a really good book. Filled in the gaps with very plausible events. However, I felt it dragged on in some areas and the author might have gotten a bit carried away with the fictional portrayal of Lamech lol. But all-in-all a good book.

Meenashiva · Post by **Meenashiva** » 18 Jun 2020, 22:57

I don't think everyone read the Bible. But who doesn't know the story of Adam, Eve and the forbidden fruit. This book will give you all the answers you need to the who, the where's, the whys, the hows and the when's. I have read the sample of the book and looking forward to reading the whole book. Hoping to get a copy from Amazon soon.

rdrumsey · Post by **rdrumsey** » 18 Jun 2020, 23:47

I haven’t read it yet, but I want to. I am fascinated with the author’s perspective of this bible story.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 18 Jun 2020, 23:59

Jeff101 wrote: ↑16 Jun 2020, 14:14 I really liked this book, it was interesting to see someone else's personal take on the bible. I would defiently rate this book 4 stars

I agree. Seeing the author join the dots and filling the blanks out of his own imaginations is definitely likable. The rating is well deserved.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 19 Jun 2020, 00:01

rdrumsey wrote: ↑18 Jun 2020, 23:47 I haven’t read it yet, but I want to. I am fascinated with the author’s perspective of this bible story.

You should. The author views the biblical events in a unique but interesting ways. For instance, he seems to view each events positively, including those that we were made to believe we're negative. It won't disappoint.

Wordlessly · Post by **Wordlessly** » 19 Jun 2020, 06:41

The author's own twist in the events of the Bible makes for an interesting read. Would definitely love to read this one in the near future.

djr6090 · Post by **djr6090** » 19 Jun 2020, 10:31

Officialboluwatife wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 16:11 I will like to rate the book well. This is because I love learning new things and gathering knowledge. I won't recommend this book to non-religious people because it can give them another perspective or what Christianity really is.

That is thought-provoking. There are so many Bible interpretations out there, that one that is clearly fictional could really confuse someone.

JohMarRob · Post by **JohMarRob** » 19 Jun 2020, 10:53

I am only halfway through the book, and It's a real page-turner for me. I am not a religious person at all and have never read the bible. But love the stories in this book, and feel like I know more about the bible now than I have ever known.
I enjoyed reading about Adam and Eve's adventures and now Cain and Eva as they come to a new land to start a family. There is nothing so far I dislike about Killing Abel.
I would recommend this book to my family and friends.