Book two in The Eternal Warriors series, "The World in Shadow," shows Theodore Beale in top form as a writer. In my opinion, this book is even better than the first book, "War in Heaven," which I greatly enjoyed.
First of all--the story. Beale brings this second book down to earth. Instead of a rampaging war that crosses the boundaries of planets and time (though that war is still the backdrop), the setting of The Word in Shadow is an average suburban high school. Jami, Christopher and Holli are confronted by a largely unfelt and unseen threat. They are given the chance to save many lives and eternal destinies. The question is: do they have enough resolve and faith to do so?
The answer will likely surprise you (it did me).
Now--to the writer. I have been most impressed by Mr. Beale as an author. His development from his first novel to his second is phenomenal. What strikes me most is his dead-on ability to catch the dialogue and culture of his characters. There are few writers who come close to his ability at this. More than that, he is writing not only page-turning stuff, but page-turning stuff with a brain. His depiction of his human villains (or victims--depends how you look at it) does not suffer from the usual one-sidedness one finds in "Christian" literature. For all these reasons and for the fact that once I got a hundred pages into it, I could not put the book down, I give The World in Shadow my highest recommendation.
- Not a Tame Lion, Amazon Top 100 reviewer
A very excellent read and more than worthy follow-up for his first book of the series, The War in Heaven. While the story doesn't focus on the fantasy as much as the first book, the author's writing and portrayal of the characters seems to have greatly improved. The mesh of fantasy and reality creates a story that can give you something you've never seen before in a way that is familiar. I would definately recommend these books and am myself anxiously awaiting the third installment.
- anichols
I finally read The World in Shadow and, of course, had a zillion questions! It was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!! Being a teenager (17) myself, I was *very* impressed at your dead-center accurate portrayal of the high school life.
- Josh M.
I would just like to say how much I have enjoyed reading your books. The war
in Heaven and The World in Shadow have two of the best books I have ever
read. I look forward to your next novel. Once again I will say that you
have writen two very good and very intresting books and I know that the thrid
will be just as good.
- Juan, AOL
I came across the War in Heaven, angels have always meant a
great deal to me. I read that book in 3 days. I went back and got the
World in Shadows which also took me 3 days to read. I have never been left
wanting more b4, and after reading these 2 great books i know i'll never be
the same.
- Bryan, Yahoo
I picked up The War in Heaven and The World in Shadow
the other day at Barnes & Noble, and finished them a
little while ago. After due consideration, I must say
GOOD JOB! These books rock! You definitally have a
new fan.
- Jason, Yahoo
I have read your War in Heaven book many times over. The book is awesome. An it is also very inspirational and motivational(if that is a word).... I am almost done with World in Shadows, that book has some funny parts to it, but the end almost made me cry, and i havent ever cried while reading books or watching movies. Anyways i just wanted to wish you luck with your other books. My friend introduced me to your books, Like i said before i find them awesome.
- Craig
Hi i just finished reading your secand book and i loved it, i cant wait to
find out what happens next.Your book is the first christian book that ive
actually picked out myself instead of my parents shoving at me that i
actually liked.
- Christa, Queen of Procrastination
I finished "The World in Shadow" and enjoyed it. Every once in a while, but rarely, I will get so into a book's story
that my heart starts beating fast, and it happened in this book.... Pretty intense.
- Scott
I've read both your novels and I have to say they are some of the best works of fiction I've ever read. I've tried studying about angelology (I believe that is what it is called) and I have tried writing short stories of my own that focus on angels and daemons. However I've had writers block for years now. But I just want to say that your stories are amazing, they're what I want to make because I'm planning on becoming a writer myself. I cannot wait to read the 3rd volume of your series. I'm not religious but reading your stories makes me want to believe in angels very much.
- John
I had to say, I love the way you write. When I started The War in Heaven, I couldn't put the book down. Afterwards, I had to go get the next book The World in Shadow. They are both excellent books, that have inspired me to be a better Christian. I also wanted to say I cannot wait until the next books hits the shelves.