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Peretti Three-Pack

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"This Present Darkness". In Ashton, a doubting Thomas reporter and a troubled pastor conclude that their town is in the forefront of a holy war on earth. The side the tempted locals choose will have the edge. Fans of the forces of heaven vs. those of hell on battlefield earth with to the victors go the souls will appreciate this deep action-packed thriller.

"Piercing the Darkness". In Bacon's Corner, a factory worker with a dark history hides from her past until otherworldly events force her to look back to what haunts her. Demon driven law suits have risen as accusations and counter charges resound throughout the town with child abuse as its focus. However, the real war is at the local Christian school between angels and demons over the souls of the residents. This "Darkness" sequel is another powerful angel-demon war on battlefield earth.

"Prophet". Although his father constantly embarrassed the news anchor with his politically incorrect but piously principled beliefs; still he did not want his dad to die. To gain closure, the reporter needs the truth about the alleged accident, but that means breaking the first commandment of broadcasting that deception in support of a certain secular vision is required. Though radically different and not quite the action-packed thriller level of the two Darkness tales, this is a solid story centering on religious redemption at the cost of losing material possessions and reputation.

These three reprints placed in one package focus on a war for the soul of people. Though biased against a left wing perspectives, the novels lead readers to reconsider their relationships with God, family, and community. This three in one set makes a delightful holiday gift.

Harriet Klausner

This Present Darkness is an incredible book! The plot is gripping and thought provoking! The book is about the spiritual warfare that occurred in a small town when demons sought control of the town by influencing and inhabiting humans. The town's only chance of surviving was through the help of 2 newspaper employees, the prayers of a young pastor's small congregation, and the mighty warrior angels.

I liked how Mr. Peretti illustrated the extreme good that can come from prayer. In the book, prayer strengthened many of the angels. I was also intrigued by the significant role that demons and angels play in this world. It had never occurred to me that demons have so much power and influence over the thoughts and actions of humans. I highly recommend this book for anyone seeking a deep and intriguing book.

The Prophet was a powerful and thought provoking book that tackles a controversial issue. I was hooked from page one! The book is about an anchorman who does a little digging after his father's death and discovers a truth about the corrupt abortion business that the government and media go to great lengths to keep hidden. One of the major themes of this book is that despite a person's flaws, God can still use him in amazing ways.

This book is a must read for every Christian. It's thrilling narrative is indicitave of what's really happening all around us. Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it's not real. Peretti is an awesome author and highly recommended.

These are good books - certainly worth the read for anyone: even if not a Christian. The author has a talent for keeping you interested. My personal favorite of the three is "Piercing the Darkness" simply because it weives in the frightening truth of cultic manipulation, and how difficult it is for someone to get out of it. Another author worth the read who combines these types of things and has a similar "cinematic" style of writing as Mr. Peretti is Justyn James.

I first read 'Piercing the Darkness' 14 years ago and it made such an impact on my life. I'm not a person to read a book more than once - but this book I have read over and over. Frank Peretti is everything you could possibly ask for in a writer... imaginative, intelligent, artistic, sincere... he is one of the GREAT ones. He helped open my eyes to understanding some of the things that have happened in my own, and my family's life. Not for those who want to walk through life with their eyes closed... and I suppose it was my time to have mine opened. Thanks Mr Peretti - you have been one of God's lifelines to me. I wish you all the very best.

Frank Peretti has long been one of the leading lights in Christian fiction. This is a great 3 books in one edition and a great introduction to Peretti's world. This volume is comprised of some of Frank's best and most popular work: 'This Present Darkness', 'Piercing the Darkness', and 'Prophet'.

Frank Peretti's books are thoroughly engaging and gripping and make you see the world in a different light. There is a strong emphasis on spiritual warfare and prayer.

*If you enjoy these sorts of books and Christian fiction in general, you will also love the time travel adventure 'Godstone - The Kairos Boxes' by G.A Williams and 'Chosen Ones' by theologian Alister McGrath:


Godstone - The Kairos Boxes

Chosen Ones (Aedyn Chronicles, The)

Frank Peretti's books were recommended to me by our prayer group leader. All he said was something about "angels" and "spiritual warfare". Well, after having read these books, all I can say is, "Wow!" For Christians who remember what St. Paul wrote about our struggles being not against flesh but against the powers and principalities and world rulers of this present darkness (Ephesians 6:12 will give you the direct quote), these books make sense and cause us to remember that our most potent weapon is prayer. And it gives us a new appreciation for the guardians that God has given us for our protection.

Frank Peretti does it again! He captures the spiritual wars and battles so perfectly, it's as if he's standing there watching. If you need a spiritual boost and want an EXCITING story line, read these. AWESOME!

Peretti has a facinating way of bringing the unseen to the life. These novels on spiritual warfare set the tone for a whole new generation of books. He's intriguing and easy to read!

If you like these kind of books, I also recommend "Driven" by D.W. Griffiths, "Obsessed" by Ted Dekker, and my novel, "On the Couch" by Kimberlee R. Mendoza.

These are great fiction books that give a person a glimpse into things unseen and how we are affective by the warfare that goes on in the spirit world. Christian and non-Christians will be fascinated by both titles. Very easy to read.