Author: Patrick W. Carr
Series:
Age: Adult
Genres: Biblical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction
Publication Date: November 5, 2019
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Source: Paperback
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Synopsis:
Centuries before the magi arrived in Bethlehem, a prophecy sets a young magus on his path . . .
Following his vision of the coming Messiah, the prophet Daniel calls forth a select group of men who will count down the calendar until the arrival of Israel's promised king. Centuries later, as the day draws near, Myrad, a young magi acolyte, flees for his life when his adoptive father and others are slain by a ruthless Parthian queen.
Equipped with very little, in haste Myrad escapes the city and, searching for a way to hide from the soldiers scouring the trade routes, tries to join the caravan of the merchant Walagash. The merchant senses that Myrad is keeping secrets, but when the young man proves himself a valuable asset, an epic journey filled with peril, near captures, and dangerous battles begins.
With every day that passes, the calendar creeps closer to the coming Messiah. And over everything shines the dream of a star that Myrad can't forget, and the promise that the world will never be the same.
This gets a solid 4 star rating from me. I truly enjoyed the writing of this story from start to finish. It was very captivating and pulled me in from the very first page. I loved the characters and how dynamic they were. I also enjoyed going on the journey within this book. Seeing different places, people and kings was quiet intriguing.
Myrad is the main character of the story who happens to be a semi-magi apprentice. He is the adopted son of Gershom. He's Persian, but he's very interested in the ways of God. Myrad was such a dynamic character from beginning to end. He was a magi, but also not. He was raised Hebrew, but was Persian. He believed, but had his doubts. He sought vengeance then had a change of heart. Seeing him in every aspect as a human was amazing. Myrad had a great mind as well. They way he did negotiations was amazing to me and his heart was PERFECT. The fact that he also had a "disability" and kept going was so encouraging, inspiring and heartbreaking!
Walagash was such an amazing man! I loved the way he cared for and loved on Myrad from the very beginning. He gives such wisdom and knowledge at times. He helps Myrad out in the best ways possible. I will say...that scene with the punch!!! I died. Great father figure!
Roshan was such an interesting character -- especially when that plot twist came in. I was NOT expecting it! Roshan is a strong will character. Very assertive, hands-on and do it myself type of person. Loved the way Roshan handled things.
I also loved Aban -- he reminded me of a cool grandpa and Storana was kickbutt!!! A warrior through and through. She was always on guard to protect Myrad in battle.
Masistas and Musa can BOTH go to a pit and drown...no seriously. Masistas is a terrible magi who's out for self and wealth. Musa was a black widow. She was evil, money hungry, power obsessed and downright pure evil.
The romance in this book was of course surprising! Totally unexpected, but well enjoyed. Myrad makes for a fine husband and his wife -- let's just say I'm basis.
Though I enjoyed this story, I didn't care for the final portion of this book because it felt rushed and "thrown together" with how much scripture was squeezed into the last 5-10 chapters.
Overall, I totally enjoyed this book and definitely recommend this book to all!!
About the Author
Patrick W. Carr is the author of the acclaimed fantasy series The Staff and the Sword. A Cast of Stones won the 2014 Carol Award for Speculative Fiction and the 2014 Clive Staples Award. A Cast of Stones and The Hero's Lot were both finalists for 2014 Christy Awards. He teaches high school math and makes his home in Nashville, Tennessee, with his incredible wife, Mary, and their four sons.
Giveaway
Myrad is the main character of the story who happens to be a semi-magi apprentice. He is the adopted son of Gershom. He's Persian, but he's very interested in the ways of God. Myrad was such a dynamic character from beginning to end. He was a magi, but also not. He was raised Hebrew, but was Persian. He believed, but had his doubts. He sought vengeance then had a change of heart. Seeing him in every aspect as a human was amazing. Myrad had a great mind as well. They way he did negotiations was amazing to me and his heart was PERFECT. The fact that he also had a "disability" and kept going was so encouraging, inspiring and heartbreaking!
Walagash was such an amazing man! I loved the way he cared for and loved on Myrad from the very beginning. He gives such wisdom and knowledge at times. He helps Myrad out in the best ways possible. I will say...that scene with the punch!!! I died. Great father figure!
Roshan was such an interesting character -- especially when that plot twist came in. I was NOT expecting it! Roshan is a strong will character. Very assertive, hands-on and do it myself type of person. Loved the way Roshan handled things.
I also loved Aban -- he reminded me of a cool grandpa and Storana was kickbutt!!! A warrior through and through. She was always on guard to protect Myrad in battle.
Masistas and Musa can BOTH go to a pit and drown...no seriously. Masistas is a terrible magi who's out for self and wealth. Musa was a black widow. She was evil, money hungry, power obsessed and downright pure evil.
The romance in this book was of course surprising! Totally unexpected, but well enjoyed. Myrad makes for a fine husband and his wife -- let's just say I'm basis.
Though I enjoyed this story, I didn't care for the final portion of this book because it felt rushed and "thrown together" with how much scripture was squeezed into the last 5-10 chapters.
Overall, I totally enjoyed this book and definitely recommend this book to all!!
About the Author
Giveaway
- One winner will receive a print copy of The End of the Magi and a $20 B&N gift card
- Four winners will each receive a print copy of The End of the Magi
- US only
- Ends November 29, 2019
Major thank you to Prism Book Tours for having me on board for this beautiful read!
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