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The Restorer's Journey Click title to read excerpt or buy from CBD.com By Sharon Hinck / Nav Press Reviewed by Karri ComptonReaders will uncover numerous other spiritual truths and applications to life in this complex, enjoyable tale.Often, the second or third movie or book in a series pales in comparison to the artistry of the first. Not so with Hinck's The Sword of Lyric series. Each novel builds on the other into a thrilling and satisfying end, one borne of hardship, sorrow and victory. I truly feel this is one of the best additions to the fantasy genre that readers will experience. Third in The Sword of Lyric series, The Restorer's Journey continues Susan's adventures in an alternate universe. Previously, Susan, as the promised Restorer for the People of the Verses, has won a vicious battle with neighboring enemies and watched the Restorer gifts change hands from her to a man named Kieran. He struggles with his calling, but finally submits to the One as a missionary of sorts to the people of Hazor. Just as Susan, her husband Mark, and son Jake return home through their attic portal, they learn that the evil Cameron and Medea have traveled to their world as well, up to no good. Soon all of them but Mark re-enter Lyric. Cameron, armed with technology and weapons that he uses to create bogus sacred Records, has proclaimed himself king and given the clan of Rendor's land up to the Kahlareans as a peace offering. In this story, Jake is the next Restorer, but he is clueless as to his specific task. After some prayer and soul-searching, the One reveals that he must expose the false Records and return Rendor to the People of the Verses. A daunting task for one so young and relatively unfamiliar with a strange world. There are as many themes and thought-provoking questions raised as there are characters in this book. The reader will be inspired by Susan's response to suffering and lack of hope and by Jake's overcoming helplessness and depending on God to accomplish His task through him. I marveled at the way the author likened Rhusican's mind poison to demonic suggestion, portraying the agony that can result from believing lies from the enemy. Prayer's role can't be overstated in our own lives, and as Susan sees, it can accomplish more than we could ever dream. However, evil people live behind the deception of the Evil One, and until they open themselves to the leading of God in their lives, no amount of cajoling will turn them from their path. Readers will uncover numerous other spiritual truths and applications to life in this complex, enjoyable tale. I highly recommend all three books in the series and give them high marks in craft, entertainment, and inspiration. |
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Sharon Hinck is a wife, mother, and author who has experienced many adventures on her road with God, though none has involved an alternate universe (so far). She earned an MA in communication from Regent University in 1986 and spent ten years as the artistic director of a Christian performing arts group, CrossCurrent. When she isn't writing, Sharon enjoys speaking at conferences, retreats, and church groups. She and her family reside in Bloomington, Minnesota.Read more about Sharon Hinck
Suspense Books By Sharon
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Restorer: A Novel Click title to read excerpt or buy from CBD.com By Sharon Hinck / Nav Press 
Susan Mitchell is wondering what happened to God's plan for her. Her life can't just be about cleaning, organizing her family, and being involved in damage control for her four rambunctious children, can it? When Susan opens a box in labeled "Dress Up" in her attic, her question is answered. Upon opening the box, Susan finds herself thrust into a parallel universe where she must help bring heathens and warring territories "back to the Verses." Susan is a Restorer, a prophet like the Biblical Deborah. Together with an unfamiliar sword, it is Susan's job to show the inhabitants of this new world how Jesus can save people. This universe will forever change how Susan looks at life, love, and family.if she can get out alive. Sharon Hinck, softcover, 464 pages. |
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Restorer's Journey, Swords of Lyric Series #3 Click title to read excerpt or buy from CBD.com By Sharon Hinck / Navpress
From the innovative Sword of Lyric series comes an all-new fantasy adventure. Susan Mitchell and her teenage son Jake find themselves drawn through a portal to the world of the People of the Verses. As Susan struggles to love her captors, Jake suffers a tragic betrayal and discovers his destiny as the next Restorer. |
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Restorer's Son: A Novel Click title to read excerpt or buy from CBD.com By Sharon Hinck / Navpress 
While studying the Book of Judges, housewife and mom Susan longs to be a prophet like Deborah. And she gets her wish when she stumbles into an alternate universe! But now Susan's successor---the next restorer---is rebelling against his destiny. Can Kieran be persuaded to make the sacrifices necessary to save his people? 464 pages, softcover from NavPress. |
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