White (The Circle Trilogy, Book 3) (The Lost History Chronicles) [Abridged] [Audio CD]

Ted Dekker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 6, 2004

"Some say that the world hangs in the balance of every choice we make. Now, the fate of two worlds hangs in the balance of one man's choices... an unlikely hero who may not survive the next 24 hours. The adrenaline-laced trilogy began with Black in February, continued with Red in June, and now races to an unbelievable conclusion with White this October.In White, Thomas Hunter struggles to stave off a war and a virus that are simultaneously ravaging two world's populations. Meanwhile, he must also contend with the ramifications of an incredible love story that unfolds-consequences that are far more crushing than anyone could ever imagine. This final installment brings the groundbreaking series to a close in a completely unexpected manner, filled with final plot twists that will richly reward those who have taken this epic journey.

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About the Author

Ted Dekker is known for novels that combine adrenaline-laced stories with unexpected plot twists, unforgettable characters, and incredible confrontations between good and evil. Ted lives in Austin with his wife, Lee Ann, and their four children.

--This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson; Abridged edition (October 6, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849963745
• ISBN-13: 978-0849963742
• Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (79 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,333,713 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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49 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The final chapter in a most intriguing and fascinating story, October 16, 2004

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Michael Erisman (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: White (The Circle Trilogy, Book 3) (The Lost History Chronicles) (Hardcover)

This is the third book in a series, so if you are reading this and are unfamiliar with the series, the first recommendation is to start at the first book titled: Black.

This three part story is quite unusual, even for the genre it represents, which can best be described as a science fiction/fantasy/suspense allegory of the Christian faith. As such, the imagery and way in which the story unfolds is quite powerful, and often shocking.

I am glad I waited several weeks after reading this book to write the review as I have found that images have stuck with me, and become clearer as time passes. This in itself is high praise for a novel, as many are discarded mentally as soon as they are finished.

In this final chapter of the saga we find the lead character still switching back and forth from two different worlds through the gateway in his dreams. On modern day earth a terrorist has unleashed a biological weapon that has infected most of the world's population, and has the anti-dote in exchange for the nuclear power of the world's nations. In the alternate world, Hunter, is still leading a small band in an attempt from being slaughtered by the enemy. Without giving away too much, he finds himself with a most unusual and conflicting situation: he has fallen for the daughter of his enemy. The entire enemy is diseased, and has an actually quite revoltingly described skin condition, and this daughter is no different, so he must look past this and try and rescue her before he himself and his small group are wiped out.

Sound strange? You bet. There is nothing remotely normal about this story or the depictions and events. It sends emotionally conflicting messages continuously. This is why it works so well as an allegory. The writing is superb; fast paced, and always leaves the reader on the edge of the seat. Ted Dekker is a writer of rare creativity and imagination.

Start with the first book, read the story all the way through the three books: Black, Red and White, (now no having to wait months between releases) and enjoy the plot and suspense. The deeper meaning becomes clear long after the story is finished. Well done.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Series, October 16, 2004

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F. Davis (Bakersfield, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: White (The Circle Trilogy, Book 3) (The Lost History Chronicles) (Hardcover)

All the things I love all in one place ~ Spirituality ~ Science Fiction ~ Time Travel/Alternate Reality combined with Romance, Suspense and Intrigue. What a series! I was lucky to read all three books at once without having to wait. I zoomed through them and was very pleased with the ending as sad as I was to see it. Ted Dekker has an incredible gift of going where no one has ever been and taking you with him. I am a new fan and highly recommend this book. Be sure and start with "Black" first!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A satisfying conclusion to the blockbuster trilogy, October 4, 2004

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Brian Reaves (Anniston, AL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: White (The Circle Trilogy, Book 3) (The Lost History Chronicles) (Hardcover)

If you've followed Thomas Hunter's story from the first two books of the series, you don't need me to tell you how much of a buildup we had getting to this book (if you haven't read the other two yet, DO IT NOW!). Everything is taken care of in this final book, with the numerous plot threads all neatly tucked in before the final page. Ted Dekker has firmly established himself as one of the best Christian fiction authors out there, and this trilogy will only further cement that sentiment.

While Thomas Hunter's story is told, I'd love to see Ted do this again in the future. While I know it has to be exhausting, an in-depth storyline like this is rare in novels today. Great work on this trilogy! Highly recommended.