Alexine
by Ryan D. Pensyl
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Pub Date 27 Jul 2018 | Archive Date 11 Feb 2020
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Description
Driven by desperation and propelled toward self-destruction, a wealthy young man named Daniel makes a decision that will alter his life forever.
A day like any other, hardly. Sure, it started the same as most with an annoying alarm followed by a hearty breakfast, but it was definitely not a typical day. Truthfully, I couldn’t even eat. The eggs just stared back at me while their heat dissipated into the air. No, it wasn’t a day like the others, not even close. The pancakes practically taunted me while I considered what I was about to do. It was insane. It might not even work. We could all die. And not just a normal demise, a terribly horrific one. I don’t even want to think about it, but I can’t stop. I suppose that means I’m conflicted. To think, in a matter of a few days we’re going to be in…
“Daniel?” an irritatingly proper voice called out, interrupting the whirlwind of confusing thoughts. “Hurry up and finish. It is time to prepare. There is much we must do.”
Alongside an unlikely team of adventurers, Daniel travels to the most forbidden place in human history where each step is permeated with danger. The journey together will bring illumination to the darkest corners of their souls, but in the end, only one question remains: will Daniel’s path bring resolution or damnation?
Featured Reviews
Phillip C, Reviewer
Daniel Christianson assembles a team of highly skilled people to find the Garden of Eden. Though trouble is expected in the unknown, they find more than they bargained for. However, not all of the surprises are bad.
Alexine presents an interesting idea; that of being able to travel to the Garden of Eden. With that, coupled with the science fiction equipment the team has, the story is intriguing. The personalities of the characters are revealed as the plot moves on, and events that link them to each come to light. The underlying story looks to be well thought out.
Overall, the plot moves along well. In the beginning, it seemed like the dialogue was forced and rough. As the book progressed, the dialogue became more fluid. When the characters had to separate throughout the story, it was still pretty easy to follow along and keep up with was happening.
Alexine is full of Christian themes, especially that of salvation through faith in Christ. I enjoy seeing that as it presents the gospel in a non-aggressive way. In addition to salvation, doubt, regret, and a few other spiritual concepts had to be dealt with by many of the characters.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Terry B, Reviewer
Imagine going on a journey to the Garden of Eden. You think of Adam, Eve, God, the serpent and 2 angels with flaming swords. Daniel asks a group of people and his lifelong, friend, Creed to join him on his trip to Eden, they journey to the outskirts of the garden and encounter Nephilim, giant creatures who have intelligence, and ancient enemies. You will not forget this adventure!
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