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  1. TellNJasmine
    Montana
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Another must read from R.J. Larson!
    August 9, 2013
    TellNJasmine
    Montana
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I don't read a lot fantasy, instead picking and choosing the few authors that I truly like. R.J. Larson is one of those that I REALLY like! I first heard about The Books Of The Infinite series about a year or so ago. The first book (Prophet) looked interesting but I didn't pursue reading it until I found out that the author had written one of my favorite series of Biblical Fiction, under another name. I read Prophet and really enjoyed it. I had been excitedly awaiting the next book, Judge, and believe me it didn't disappoint!

    Aah, where to start? Prophecies, sacrifice, betrayal, a little romance, adventure, battles, destiny, and a little fencing match, all pointing to the Creator. What more could you want in a book? The author packs a lot of story into 350+ pages and all of it well worth the time spent reading.

    One of the things I look for in an author's writing is, not only the attention to detail, but also how descriptive they are of settings without going overkill. I love authors that can paint an entire scene in a few simple words, a scene that is like watching a movie in your mind, almost as if you are there. R.J. Larson has it down to a 'T' in this book.

    The world of The Books Of The Infinite is imaginative and well thought out. The reader is drawn in and at least for a time becomes a part of that world.

    I loved the nod to the Biblical story of Jonah. Who would have thought that the story would be just as thought-provoking in a medieval/otherworld setting? Other Biblical stories and themes make their appearance and many readers will readily recognize them.

    I enjoyed reacquainting myself with characters from Prophet, they seemed like old friends. Ela, Kien, Tzana, Beka, Ela's parents Dan and Kalme, and not the least Scythe or Pet as he is also called much to his chagrin. Triumph and tragedy will change the lives of all involved.

    Not only is this an entertaining story but there are many lessons slipped into the pages that are well worth learning. Themes of following God's leading no matter what, repentance and forgiveness, trust, love, kindness, all shine through in such a way that it doesn't come across as preaching or a Sunday School lesson.

    I sincerely enjoyed this book and I am happy to say that I have the next book, King, waiting for me on my shelf. I can't wait to dive back into The Books Of The Infinite!

    (I purchased this book and am in no way obligated to write a review. All opinions are my own.)
  2. Linda Walters
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Outstanding Fiction
    December 21, 2012
    Linda Walters
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I wish I could give this book MORE than 5 stars I liked it so much!

    The story kept me riveted to it.  Great fiction! It was written in a way that was easy to be involved with the people in the story, even without having read Book #1. The characters, the story-line,  the spiritual elements to it all were- Wonderful!  It caused a strong stirring in me to be even closer to God! The author did a great job of showing how closely the main characters, Kien and Ela were living; so intimately attached to their instructions from and relationship with God! So easy to see parallels of the spiritual climates of cities then with the days we live in now.  I haven't read the first book," Prophet" yet.  Now I will be and also liked that  the intro to the 3rd book," King"; was included in the back of this book.  This is another book that I WILL be reading as well!   I want to read the whole series now.

    I received this book FREE from Bethany House for an honest review.
  3. Blooming with Books
    Bloomer, WI
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Judge is a fabulous sequel to Prophet!
    January 9, 2013
    Blooming with Books
    Bloomer, WI
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Judge

    Books of the Infinite #2

    By R.J. Larson

    Judge is the second book in the Books of the Infinite series and is as exciting and well written as Prophet.

    Kien Lantec has just returned home on military leave when the Infinite tells him to go to ToronSea to warn the faithful against the Siphran worshipers of Atea to whom they have offered refuge.

    Meanwhile Ela receives a vision that Parne is about to be judged for their idol worship. Parne's fall was not sudden, but Ela had been unaware of the Atean worshipers as she grew-up.

    As Ela and Tzana return to Parne, Jon and Beka Thel accompany them to ascertain the true situation in Parne and to provide protection along the way. But Parne tries to refuse their Prophet admittance, so the Infinite opens the gates for the travelers from the Tracelands.

    Kien's mission in ToronSea doesn't go as he imagined and as a result he is given a second mission by the Infinite. Can Kien suceed in Adar-iyr or will he again fail the Infinite?

    But the citizens of Parne have been deceived by the Adversary's shadow servants and the Chacens. As Ela tries turn the hearts and souls of Parne she is met with anger and derision. Are these truly her people?

    Parne is about to be found wanting and judgment is at hand. Will the faithful stand firm in their belief as their world crumbles around them? Who will Parne choose? Will Ela now see the end of her life as she has foreseen?

    Throughout Judge one can see glimpses of Jonah, Samuel, Eli and Eli's sons. Judge is a story of trust, trust in the Infinite and allowing Him to lead one on the paths of life that are placed before us. Judge is a fabulous sequel to Prophet and will leave you in anticipation of book 3 King (excerpt found in back of Judge). This is one book you'll want to re-read and to share!

    I received a copy of this title from the publisher Bethany House as part of their reviewer program.

    No expectations were placed on this review and all opinions expressed are my own.
  4. Jalyn
    Age: Under 18
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    I loved this book, maybe even more than I loved PR
    January 7, 2013
    Jalyn
    Age: Under 18
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    In JUDGE, Kien had the central story, where in PROPHET, Ela's was more central. I liked Kien in PROPHET, but I loved him in JUDGE. This book built upon what I knew of him from PROPHET, and got into his head - showing all his hopes and fears, dreams and frustrations. And it cemented the fact that Kien is my favorite character.

    That's not to say I didn't like Ela - I did. But even though she was a point-of-view character, the story was really Kien's more than hers, and it didn't get into her head nearly as much. I enjoyed following her around, and she was a fine character, but she wasn't the most interesting character of the bunch.

    As for the plot...in PROPHET, the plot was slightly reminiscent of Old Testament prophets. JUDGE was more than reminiscent. Off the top of my head, I can think of two different scenes that were almost exactly the same as two Bible stories.

    That wasn't a problem for me, though. Quite the contrary - I enjoyed trying to figure out if R.J. Larson made up such-and-such a scene or if it was based on a prophet from the Bible. Between Kien's adventures at ToronSea and Adar-iyr and judgement on Parne (in the form of an invading army), I was totally enthralled.

    I also enjoyed the romance angle, even if most of it was in the form of Kien worrying about Ela. I keep wanting to yell at Ela, "Stop protesting and agree to marry him, already!" I can't wait to see how that turns out.

    I loved this book, maybe even more than I loved PROPHET. I can't wait until the third book, KING, comes out in June.

    *I received a review copy of JUDGE from Bethany House Publishers. Their generosity did not influence, or seek to influence, this review.*
  5. Heart2Heart
    Victorville, CA
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    An epic fantasy series to keep your captivated!
    November 23, 2012
    Heart2Heart
    Victorville, CA
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    "Child of dust, will you be My servant?"

    When both Kien Lantec and the prophet Ela Roeh of Parne receive messages from the Infinite, they will each be called to do His will in different ways and in different lands. For Kien Lantec, it is usually through the voice of Ela the Prophet that the Infinite speaks His words to the people, but now, Kien has heard His voice to journey to the land of ToronSea like the biblical prophet Jonah to bear witness and seek to deliver a message to repent and turn from their evil ways. If they refuse, the Infinite will pour forth his wrath upon their land and destroy them. Kien sets out on his journey to the sea and thinks that he will only be gone for six days. But like the prophet Jonah from the Bible, Kien sets out to deliver the Infinite's message in his terms and without His guidance and suddenly finds himself being disciplined and cast over a cliff into the sea. Ela had warned him that he needed to follow the Infinite's commands and somehow he failed. Now faced with being swallowed by a giant sea beast, Kien wonders if Infinite will hear his pleas of repentance and forgive his foolishness.

    Ela of Parne has received a devastating vision of her home of Parne. If her people will not turn back from their idol worship of the goddess Atea and return their faith back to the Infinite their kingdom will be overrun by their enemies from other lands and they will all be destroyed. Along with their precious gold, their enemies have discovered various ores that have been mined in Parne and with them the ability to weld weapons that will wreck havoc on all who come against them, allowing them to become the dominant kingdom and rule all other lands. But when Ela heads to her home, she finds she is not welcomed as one who has the favor of the Infinite. They are even now plotting to kill her and refuse to turn their wicked hearts away from the desires of their evil hearts. Will Ela also face the same vision she has had of her own death in Parne or will somehow the Infinite seek to save her like the lost cities of Sodom and Gomorrah of the Old Testament?

    I received, Judge by R.J. Larson compliments of Bethany House Publishers and Christian Fiction Blog Alliance for my honest review. Having read the first book in the Book of the Infinite Series which became with the story of how Ela became the Prophet, I couldn't wait to see where R.J. Larson would take the series next. Armed with some serious biblical historical facts, the author weaves such a magical story you are completely captivated until the very end. If you love biblical fiction with a bit of fantasy thrown in for some added flavor and excitement, please consider this series. I think my favorite parts of the book deal with the Destroyers, an overly large horse that senses danger in those in protects and can understand their human owners commands. Oh how I would LOVE to see these beasts in picture. That is my only criticism of the books is they lack pictures of how wonderful the world is that R.J. Larson creates but then again, that's what imagination is for. This one rates a stellar 5 out of 5 stars and has me completely looking forward to the next book, King due out soon!
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