Review: Engrossing
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 8, 2013
Lily and Zeke are the only ones who can see the mysterious boy who has been following Lily. He seemed like a pathetic parasite attached to her shadow. Who was he? Why did he follow her? His presence was frightening, even ominous. But, portents are similar to puzzle pieces. Their shapes must be understood before one can lock them into their proper place.Being a preacher's daughter sometimes made her feel like an odd curiosa, but Lily refuses to become just a compassionate bystander. Angels and demons, even an arch-Angel, can disturb visionary belief.Gideon was dressed for battle with his sword and shield. Zeke had been injured, perhaps fatally. Her sister, Emily, screamed, "I hate you, Lily Franklin!" Lily recalled what her father had said. "Singing is prayer in its purest and most powerful form." Lily began to sing. Gideon said, "Your journey is just beginning."Religion combined with the paranormal intrigues many. After all, isn't that a part of the Bible? The promise of love liberally sprinkled with supernatural entities who already have the inside track? Humans only as empty vessels to be filled. This was my introduction to Vanessa Bartal' s writing. She pens faithful characters naturally and easily.