Review of La Palabra De Dios
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Review of La Palabra De Dios
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "La Palabra De Dios" by Benjamin J. Grant.]
La Palabra De Dios is a historical fiction novel written by Benjamin J. Grant. Set in the late 17th century, it tells the story of a priest who is sent on a secret mission by the Bishop of Spain to recover La Cruz de Chiapas in New Spain (Mexico), a religious artifact created and given as a gift by the Indians. The cross must be transported to the Vatican so that its owner can be buried with it there. He is given two years to complete this objective, though he is anxious to travel because of the ongoing conflict with the English Empire. As expected, the journey is filled with different obstacles, and he looks to the Lord to guide him. He also discovers a dark conspiracy along the way. Will the priest be successful in retrieving the object and completing his mission? Will he be able to expose the truth before it's too late? Read this intriguing piece to find out more.
This book had quite a few positive aspects. The first-person perspective was expertly used, and the author employed a distinguished vocabulary. I definitely gained some knowledge about sailing and other sea-related events. I want to applaud the author for using accurate biblical references so that readers can do additional research. I even noted down a few of them for future use. Also, the author utilized his knowledge and experience to teach me about various Spanish traditions and cuisine, for example, the tortilla recipe that Juan Carlos prepares for the bishop and the other guests. One thing I really enjoyed throughout the book was the careful attention to detail. The writer's descriptions made me feel like I was right beside the characters.
My favorite character in the book is most definitely Father. As the main protagonist, his impact on the story is undeniable. Despite the losses and struggles he faced, he never hesitated to uphold his duty to God. His devotion to the church was absolute, and he always made sure to preach God's word to anyone who would listen. He is perhaps the perfect example of what a priest should be. Another positive aspect I would like to point out is that, though the book had a lot of characters, it is clear that effort was made to ensure that they were well-rounded and emotionally balanced. I also think it was an interesting choice where the author chose to introduce the plot twist because it tied up the plot perfectly. However, I can't say more on this without revealing a spoiler.
There were several themes in the novel, but I think the Christian faith and its influence are the most important. Many of the book's characters prayed to God at various points to save them from their troubles and hardships. They viewed their faith in God as a rock-solid anchor amid the rough seas of life. For example, most of the crew prayed for protection when pirates attacked the ship. Even if they weren't Christians, the fact that they turned to the Lord for consolation is significant because it serves as a reminder to readers that God is a kind and patient Father. The book also tackled other concerns that were common in society, like corruption and the abuse of authority by those in positions of authority, as could be seen with figures like the governor.
This book also had negative aspects. There were some errors, including a lack of punctuation and wrong spelling. These errors could have been avoided with careful proofreading. This led me to believe that the book was not professionally edited. It affected my reading experience, and it frequently led to confusion. Also, the author did not translate most of the Spanish words and phrases used in the book, so I was forced to look them up to understand what was being said. It slowed my reading pace and flow.
As a result of all the reasons stated above, I have decided to give this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. I would have loved to give it a perfect rating, but the errors were too significant to ignore. The book is lengthy, yet I still enjoyed reading it since the author took care to keep things fresh and interesting. I will recommend La Palabra De Dios to lovers of Christian books and adventure novels. Also, anyone who enjoys books on sea voyages would find this book to be a great read.
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La Palabra De Dios is a historical fiction novel written by Benjamin J. Grant. Set in the late 17th century, it tells the story of a priest who is sent on a secret mission by the Bishop of Spain to recover La Cruz de Chiapas in New Spain (Mexico), a religious artifact created and given as a gift by the Indians. The cross must be transported to the Vatican so that its owner can be buried with it there. He is given two years to complete this objective, though he is anxious to travel because of the ongoing conflict with the English Empire. As expected, the journey is filled with different obstacles, and he looks to the Lord to guide him. He also discovers a dark conspiracy along the way. Will the priest be successful in retrieving the object and completing his mission? Will he be able to expose the truth before it's too late? Read this intriguing piece to find out more.
This book had quite a few positive aspects. The first-person perspective was expertly used, and the author employed a distinguished vocabulary. I definitely gained some knowledge about sailing and other sea-related events. I want to applaud the author for using accurate biblical references so that readers can do additional research. I even noted down a few of them for future use. Also, the author utilized his knowledge and experience to teach me about various Spanish traditions and cuisine, for example, the tortilla recipe that Juan Carlos prepares for the bishop and the other guests. One thing I really enjoyed throughout the book was the careful attention to detail. The writer's descriptions made me feel like I was right beside the characters.
My favorite character in the book is most definitely Father. As the main protagonist, his impact on the story is undeniable. Despite the losses and struggles he faced, he never hesitated to uphold his duty to God. His devotion to the church was absolute, and he always made sure to preach God's word to anyone who would listen. He is perhaps the perfect example of what a priest should be. Another positive aspect I would like to point out is that, though the book had a lot of characters, it is clear that effort was made to ensure that they were well-rounded and emotionally balanced. I also think it was an interesting choice where the author chose to introduce the plot twist because it tied up the plot perfectly. However, I can't say more on this without revealing a spoiler.
There were several themes in the novel, but I think the Christian faith and its influence are the most important. Many of the book's characters prayed to God at various points to save them from their troubles and hardships. They viewed their faith in God as a rock-solid anchor amid the rough seas of life. For example, most of the crew prayed for protection when pirates attacked the ship. Even if they weren't Christians, the fact that they turned to the Lord for consolation is significant because it serves as a reminder to readers that God is a kind and patient Father. The book also tackled other concerns that were common in society, like corruption and the abuse of authority by those in positions of authority, as could be seen with figures like the governor.
This book also had negative aspects. There were some errors, including a lack of punctuation and wrong spelling. These errors could have been avoided with careful proofreading. This led me to believe that the book was not professionally edited. It affected my reading experience, and it frequently led to confusion. Also, the author did not translate most of the Spanish words and phrases used in the book, so I was forced to look them up to understand what was being said. It slowed my reading pace and flow.
As a result of all the reasons stated above, I have decided to give this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. I would have loved to give it a perfect rating, but the errors were too significant to ignore. The book is lengthy, yet I still enjoyed reading it since the author took care to keep things fresh and interesting. I will recommend La Palabra De Dios to lovers of Christian books and adventure novels. Also, anyone who enjoys books on sea voyages would find this book to be a great read.
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La Palabra De Dios
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