Review of David God's Chosen crucible
Posted: 11 Nov 2022, 21:51
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "David God's Chosen crucible" by Joseph Ganci.]
Joseph Ganci's David God's Chosen Crucible is a retelling of 1 Samuel 23:26-2 Samuel 12:31. This ancient story is quite refreshing in the 21st century because of the author's writing style. Though I read this story many times, I was stunned by the author's way of dramatizing the near-possibilities of events in the life of David.
The story begins with David's anointing. Fast forward to him fleeing King Saul, but he was accompanied by 600 loyal men. David hid in the heights of Maon, went to the wilderness of Engedi, and went to the stronghold of Paran. Saul became subject to David's destruction twice, but David chose not to touch God's anointed one. To avoid further encounters with King Saul, David found refuge in the land of the Philistines.
These are the parts I like the most. The two important characters are portrayed well according to their behavior, and they are the ones who retell the patriarch's story. Saul was being portrayed as the "power-hungry mad king" while pursuing David, which made the Palestinians take advantage of trying to capture Israel when Saul busied himself in hunting David. David was being portrayed as the one who blended like a shadow into the growing conflicts between the kingship of David and Saul's heir. Above all characters, God was being portrayed as the "Sovereign Mighty God" and a "God of Justice." In every scene, the readers will notice the "divine intervention" of God in the life of David.
Moreover, the author carefully weaves in the war techniques of ancient times. For example, the armies are using fire and smoke to delay the enemies' onslaught. Ambush and signal arrows during battle combat are quite amazing tactics in this novel. In detailed battle combat, the game of war is well-dramatized. Plus, the more interesting part is the role of a messenger. Of course, the author never misses including the important role of friendship and kinship in war, and even a personal agenda doesn't matter when it comes to war.
This book is deserving of a 5 out of 5 stars rating because I fully remember and understand David's combat and love affairs. Love and marriage are also highlights, especially in quenching the king's anger. The author has a way of describing the courting style of David that even teenagers and adults will unknowingly smile at. I admired the name meaning embedded in this novel, too.
The book is professionally edited, because I only notice minor mistakes. What I least like the most is that the letters are not in italicized words so that they can be distinguished from the rest of the novel. Lastly, I recommend this book to anyone who is fond of King David, the King of Israel and Judah. David God's Chosen Crucible is book two in the Empire of Israel series, which is appropriate for those who are interested in Biblical history.
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David God's Chosen crucible
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Joseph Ganci's David God's Chosen Crucible is a retelling of 1 Samuel 23:26-2 Samuel 12:31. This ancient story is quite refreshing in the 21st century because of the author's writing style. Though I read this story many times, I was stunned by the author's way of dramatizing the near-possibilities of events in the life of David.
The story begins with David's anointing. Fast forward to him fleeing King Saul, but he was accompanied by 600 loyal men. David hid in the heights of Maon, went to the wilderness of Engedi, and went to the stronghold of Paran. Saul became subject to David's destruction twice, but David chose not to touch God's anointed one. To avoid further encounters with King Saul, David found refuge in the land of the Philistines.
These are the parts I like the most. The two important characters are portrayed well according to their behavior, and they are the ones who retell the patriarch's story. Saul was being portrayed as the "power-hungry mad king" while pursuing David, which made the Palestinians take advantage of trying to capture Israel when Saul busied himself in hunting David. David was being portrayed as the one who blended like a shadow into the growing conflicts between the kingship of David and Saul's heir. Above all characters, God was being portrayed as the "Sovereign Mighty God" and a "God of Justice." In every scene, the readers will notice the "divine intervention" of God in the life of David.
Moreover, the author carefully weaves in the war techniques of ancient times. For example, the armies are using fire and smoke to delay the enemies' onslaught. Ambush and signal arrows during battle combat are quite amazing tactics in this novel. In detailed battle combat, the game of war is well-dramatized. Plus, the more interesting part is the role of a messenger. Of course, the author never misses including the important role of friendship and kinship in war, and even a personal agenda doesn't matter when it comes to war.
This book is deserving of a 5 out of 5 stars rating because I fully remember and understand David's combat and love affairs. Love and marriage are also highlights, especially in quenching the king's anger. The author has a way of describing the courting style of David that even teenagers and adults will unknowingly smile at. I admired the name meaning embedded in this novel, too.
The book is professionally edited, because I only notice minor mistakes. What I least like the most is that the letters are not in italicized words so that they can be distinguished from the rest of the novel. Lastly, I recommend this book to anyone who is fond of King David, the King of Israel and Judah. David God's Chosen Crucible is book two in the Empire of Israel series, which is appropriate for those who are interested in Biblical history.
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David God's Chosen crucible
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
. Nice review, I enjoyed reading it.