Official Review: Moon Gods by Golden Feather

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Moon Gods" by Golden Feather.]

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1 out of 4 stars

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Moongods is a nonfiction book by an author using the pen name of Golden Feather. During a difficult period of his life, the author began to listen to a radio station that hosted a researcher named Zecharia Sitchin. Sitchin’s theories about ancient cultures inspired the author to spend many years seeking proof that North Dakota holds the ruins of an ancient land called Tillman. According to the author, this land was once ruled by gods called Annunaki. The author developed shamanistic abilities and contacted a spirit called Golden Feather; this spirit helped him search for evidence of the ancient culture. The author also used a theory about redundancies in rocks and the application of tetrahedral geometry to search for proof. He found many rocks that resemble human faces. These rocks (which he calls “moongods”) are the author's proof of his claim that this ancient civilization existed.

I liked the author’s down-to-earth tone. I also appreciated his passion for sharing the theories he has spent many years developing. I found his willingness to discuss the religious conflict he experienced as he tried to blend shamanism and Christianity to be refreshingly open. I also liked the chronological structure of the text; this allows the reader to experience the search for proof one year at a time along with the author. It provides a linear framework for information that could otherwise be confusing.

Unfortunately, the author’s earnest tone is overwhelmed by a lack of proper citation and poor editing throughout the book. The author quotes extensively from several of Zecharia Sitchin’s works; Sitchin’s name is provided with these quotes. However, no formal citations, footnotes, or references are listed anywhere in the book. Much of the rest of the work does not refer to any source material. The author should have explained where he found the information he presents about geology, historical eras, and ancient religions; the lack of references leaves much of the book lacking credibility. For example, on page 70 he states “no wonder the church directed the Romans to destroy the great library at Alexandria, Egypt” without providing any evidence for this theory. The book also requires extensive professional editing.

I would recommend Moongods to readers who enjoy books like Secret History: Conspiracies from Ancient Aliens to the New World Order by Nick Redfern and The Shamanism Bible by John Matthews. This book contains one instance of profanity. It does not contain any other explicit material that sensitive readers might find offensive. However, only readers who are willing to accept ideas like spirit guides and ancient reptile gods ruling human civilizations should brave the bold theories of this book. I would not suggest this work to readers whose faith precludes these beliefs.

I appreciate the author’s genuine belief in his theories. However, I give this book a rating of 1 out of 4 stars because of the lack of correct citations and the proliferation of grammar errors throughout the text.

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[Sararob06]

The theories explored in this book sound very interesting. I’m not familiar with Sitchin or the theories in question and although they sound unique I’m not sure I could get past the poor editing. Thanks for your review!

[RHD]

This one seems like a pass to me. There's a thin line between fact and fiction, I don't get where exactly 'Golden Feather' lies. Good job on the review!

[Yvonne Monique]

The author, in order to convince his audience about his theories, should at least quote the applicable references.

[Saint Bruno]

Thanks for the insightful and honest review. It is a miss for me, unfortunately.

[Nqobile Mashinini Tshabalala]

I hope the author will take your review into consideration and make amends. Your review is quite detailed and well written.

[Sou Hi]

Thanks for your honest review. Upon reading the title, I thought it would be a fantasy book or a myth. As it turns out, the book discusses the existence of an ancient civilization. Still, I think I would likely enjoy the book had it been well crafted.

[Atieno Magero]

This book's summary is very alluring. It's definitely not what I had imagined it would be about. Hopefully the editing will be rectified. This story is very interesting. Great review!

[Nqobile Mashinini Tshabalala]

The author puts forth fascinating theories. I am thoroughly intrigued. Your review is insightful.