Just finished this book today….
Title : Soon
Author: Jerry Jenkins ( in paperback)
Jerry Jenkins, author of the acclaimed Left Behind series takes us on a dangerous journey to the future in Soon. This work of Christian fiction begins almost a century after the infamous 9/11 attacks. World War 3 has taken place, massive destruction has resulted in the restructuring of the US into the USSA, landmarks are gone, entire states destroyed and the practice of all religion is outlawed.
The current government blames religious zealots for the war that destroyed much of the earth and determines that peace is only possible when religion, its symbols and especially Christians are an ancient memory. Anyone practicing or professing faith in Christ is considered a terrorist and a traitor.
The protagonist, philandering government agent Paul Stepola, is a member of the National Peace Organization (NPO) charged with ferreting out religious zealots and destroying these so-called “terrorist cells”. He proudly and enthusiastically carries out his mission until mysterious events (miracles) begin to unfold. When he experiences a personal miracle, he begins to question just which side of this battle he should be fighting on.
Loosely based on the conversion of Saul, I found Soon to be a bit of a slow starter, the first 50 pages or so, but once Jenkins gets started, it is a page-turner that I finished in one sitting . It has mystery, romance, espionage, politics and a hefty dose of violence. The underlying message of faith at all costs makes the reader thankful that this is a work of fiction and left me wondering at my own strength in the face true persecution.
Soon is book one in this trilogy that also includes novels Silenced and Shadowed. Have you read the trilogy? Share your thoughts on this Christian novel or other works by Jerry Jenkins.
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