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Terrestria Chronicles Review by Missy Montgomery

I am always looking for good books for family read-alouds or for the kids to read on their own. I want their reading to keep them interested, be morally pure, God honoring, and educational at the same time. As you know, books that meet these standards are very difficult to find. I came across a contest on HomeschoolBlogger and I was a little hesitant to enter. I wouldn't have normally entered for this particular prize because I don't care for the Lord of the Rings and such books like them, but I really felt the Lord urging me to enter, so I did.

Sometime later I found that I had won the first book in the series, The Sword, the Ring, and the Parchment. When it arrived I decided to read it myself before using it as a read-aloud with my kids, or letting one of them read it. I wanted to be sure that it was up to my standards. Well, I must tell you that I am amazed. I could hardly put the book down. I would sit up late at night after everyone was gone to bed to read this book. The Biblical truths touched my heart so. Many passages would remind me of situations I had faced in life, and how the choices that I had made brought me to a place of despair or hardship. Other passages have reminded me of the glorious love of Christ our Redeemer! God has used this book in my heart in ways that I cannot express. I've been a Christian for 26 years, and it has been a long time since reading a fictional book has moved my spirit in the way that this book has.

Here are some things I like about the book:

* It very accurately and simply portrays redemption, without adding man's ideas.

* It is theology wrapped in an exciting story.

* It offers great encouragement in your Christian walk.

* Through the example of Prince Josiah you will learn to avoid his mistakes, and to always remember to keep your focus on the mission of your King.

* The story, in parts, has the flavor of familiar children's stories such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, or Robin Hood, yet it isn't child-like. The story would interest a wide range of ages. The book says for ages 10 and up, but I will be reading it to all of my children, including the 8 year old, this year.

* Though fictional in nature this book contains a wealth of truth, both from a Biblical perspective and from a historical perspective. There is even a list of "Castle Facts" in the back of the book.

* This is a great evangelical tool! So many kids are into fantasy books that have no God honoring qualities. I think those kids would probably enjoy reading this series as well, and would get a full dose of the Gospel of Jesus Christ while reading it. The author has even included a page at the back of the book on "Becoming a Child of the King".

* It leaves you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen to Josiah next. Sometimes you are cheering him on in a sword fight, and other times you are urging him "don't go that way"!

* It will make an excellent read-aloud for the entire family.

An Excerpt from the Book: "And then Josiah saw the King. A tall, commanding figure arrayed in an elegant scarlet robe, the King had eyes that burned like fire, and his smile radiated love and concern. Josiah gazed in wonder at the King’s countenance. Never before had he seen such a kind face.

Josiah stole a glance at Argamor, and to his amazement, saw that the cruel blacksmith and his two henchmen were trembling. Who is this King? Josiah wondered in astonishment. I wouldn’t have known that Argamor was afraid of anyone!

“I have come for the lad,” the King said quietly.

The author's description of the book: "Young Josiah lives in the kingdom of Terrestria, the realm of good King Emmanuel. Yet the land is at war. Evil, cruel Argamor wants the throne. And he has loyal followers placed strategically throughout the kingdom. Who will win the battle for Terrestria, and on which side will Josiah find himself?"

Here is a list of titles in the series:

The Sword, The Ring, and the Parchment

The Quest for Seven Castles

The Search for Everyman

The Crown of Kuros

The Dragon's Egg

The Golden Lamps

The Great War

These books are available through the author's web-site DunlopMinistries.com. Please visit their site to place your order today. Your family will be blessed immensely. If you find that you like these books please suggest to your local bookstore that they stock this series, and pass the information along to your friends and family. Feel free to post a link on your blog or web-site to our review so that others can learn about these terrific books too!

Blessings,
Missy

Terrestria Chronicles- children's book series.

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