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

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:36

Abacus wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 08:55 Killing Able by Michael Tieman. Michael likes to spend time thinking, the results of which is the Old Testament stories fleshed out in an imaginative way. He provides some thought-provoking ideas about Adam, Eve, Lucifer/Satan/snake, the tree of life, through to Noah and the second beginning of the world. I was blown away by his creativity. Nothing to dislike. 4 out of 4 stars.

His creativity is no doubt admirable. A part from the ideas about these characters, I also liked that he takes the readers through their personal thoughts, the unspoken words. This gives as a clear view of who these characters really are.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:39

FaithMO19 wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 09:29 I have read the review of this book and I like the theme, but I think some Christians might not enjoy the book because it makes it seem as if the Bible is incomplete which is contrary to their belief.

I'm a Christian. While most Christians believe that the Bible is complete, they acknowledge the fact that not all the events are recorded in the Bible. In fact, at some point, even the Bible says that if all events were to be recorded, they would fit in the Bible. I think they aren't justified to hate this book based on that reason.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:42

Usuma Khan wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 09:43 Had my eyes on this book for a long time but couldn't get it from Amazon. Now that I have it, it lived up to all my expectations. A creative way of reinterpreting biblical stories.

Readers know it. Authors know it. Publishers know it. A promising review sells books!

I agree that the author is very creative in his attempts to fill the gaps left by the biblical stories. I wasn't dissatisfied either.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:44

kelseydwf wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 09:51 I loved this book right from the first chapter. Filling in the gaps of the Bible in a creative way is a fun idea and allows readers to use their imaginations more. Tieman's writing is appealing, full of details, human emotions, and conversations. I also like that he uses Bible passages as the foundation of the story and includes them throughout the book. I haven't finished it, but so far I would give it 4 out of 4 stars.

To add on your list, he even occasionally quotes the biblical, adding a few verses here and their to keep the reader on track. This is surely a nice book.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:46

IchbineinBerliner wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 11:21
FaithMO19 wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 09:29 I have read the review of this book and I like the theme, but I think some Christians might not enjoy the book because it makes it seem as if the Bible is incomplete which is contrary to their belief.
I agree. I still love the book, but there are a lot of fundamentalists out there who won't.

Yeah. A lot of people won't find it appealing, especially those who might think that the author quoted the Bible out of context. But I'm sure they'll enjoy it anyway.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:48

Bookreviwer2020 wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 13:39 It does seem interesting and creative to write a book based around biblical stories. I have not read all of it so can't really rare it

I've finished reading it. Indeed the creativity is interesting. I'm sure you'll love it after you finish reading it too.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:50

ZettieOby wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 15:45 The fact that writer was able to replicate this bible story without ridiculing the original book that is the bible is wonderful.

True. It's amazing how he followed through the story without interfering with the original context. This creativity must surely be appreciated.

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 04 Jun 2020, 10:52

Chipochashe wrote: ↑03 Jun 2020, 20:16 I rated the book 3 out of 4 stars due to errors. On a purely fictional basis, the book makes a good read. It is not accurate as far as biblical doctrine is concerned.

I agree with you. It only derives its storyline from the biblical stories. But looking at it in a spiritual level, it's very inacurate.

Wyzdomania_Gskillz · Post by **Wyzdomania_Gskillz** » 04 Jun 2020, 11:37

daphne_asir wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 22:36 This sounds like a very interesting read. I usually enjoy books that are based on the Bible. Can't wait to see what the author does with this!

Me too.... I'm looking forward to reading and reviewing it. Bible story adaptations are always quite interesting, much like Bible translations

Bookreviwer2020 · Post by **Bookreviwer2020** » 04 Jun 2020, 14:00

Sounds like a creative and insightful idea to fill in gaps from the bible

Stephanie Runyon · Post by **Stephanie Runyon** » 04 Jun 2020, 14:38

This book seems a filler for the Bible but I had some issues with Adam abandoning Eve when they were banished from the Garden of Eden. I liked how Lucifer was depicted as he changed into a monster.

daphne_asir · Post by **daphne_asir** » 04 Jun 2020, 14:44

Wyzdomania_Gskillz wrote: ↑04 Jun 2020, 11:37
daphne_asir wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 22:36 This sounds like a very interesting read. I usually enjoy books that are based on the Bible. Can't wait to see what the author does with this!
Me too.... I'm looking forward to reading and reviewing it. Bible story adaptations are always quite interesting, much like Bible translations

It's great that you feel that way! Check out the 'child of the sun'. It's about Samson. Check out my review of the book.

Faridah Mwilson · Post by **Faridah Mwilson** » 04 Jun 2020, 14:59

Is it just me who is skeptical about the book? Haha, the humanized perspective of the Godhead by allowing Him to feel worried and doubt feels wrong. Plus if your faith is shaky, or you are a young Christian, does it have any negative impact on your spiritual growth?