Abiding Darkness (The Black or White Chronicles, Book 1) by John Aubrey Anderson and Lillian Thayer

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Abiding Darkness (The Black or White Chronicles, Book 1)
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Updated on 6-30-2008.

Features

Audio CD: 9 pages

Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks; Unabridged edition (August 15, 2006)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0786171359

ISBN-13: 978-0786171354

Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 5.2 x 1 inches

Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces ()

From AudioFile
In ABIDING DARKNESS, the war between God and Satan is made real. The first novel in Andersons Black or White series is set in 1945 Mississippi, when the U.S. fought to free people overseas while struggling with racism on its own shores. Lillian Thayer is such a powerful narrator that she makes this a driveway audiobook, one that makes listeners not want to leave the car. Shes outstanding as 7-year-old Missy, a child the devil and his legions have targeted. Especially impressive is how expertly Thayer portrays the rest of the cast, including Missys friend Moses as well as the town bullies. Think born-again Stephen King and substitute devils for ghosts and monsters. This is a gripping piece of writing and narration. M.S. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Description
It is 1945 in Mississippi’s cotton country, and Missy Parker is seven years old, strong-willed, and very precocious. Her best friend, Junior Washington, lives across Cat Lake from the Parker’s plantation. Missy, her big brother Bobby, and Junior are inseparable. However, the Parkers and the Washingtons are of differing faiths, and of different races. Against the background of the dynamic relationships between these rich characters, an enthralling struggle between good and evil emerges, when a demon targets Missy and creates havoc throughout her family and community. This first book in The Black or White Chronicles relates the sweeping saga of a young girl’s battle with one of hell’s minions determined to destroy her and those closest to her.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Abiding Darkness (The Black or White Chronicles #1) (Hardcover) What happens when Good and Evil clash in the small town of Cat Lake, Mississippi? It all starts in 1945 at Cat Lake Bridge. Missy Parker, her brother, Bobby, and their best friend, Junior Washington, are playing baseball when they are confronted by Hal Bainbridge and his wife, Estelle, who are just passing through the area. Hal and Estelle leave but the demon accompanying them stays behind. The demon is so enraged by Missy's defiance of Hal, that he vows to destroy every piece of Missy's life- and thus the war in Cat Lake begins. Junior is a Christian and as such, he shares his faith regularly. Little does he realize it, but his faith is about to be tested- and in the process, Missy will gain her faith. Step back into the Mississippi country in 1945 to a town where Christianity unites those of all colors and the battle between demons and angels has just begun.... ABIDING DARKNESS: THE BLACK OR WHITE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE is a deeply moving story about the heart of Christianity. John Aubrey Anderson explains many of the basic tenets of the faith without being preachy or overbearing. His greatest strength, however, is the superb character development in which the reader sees realistic displays of Christianity in action. Missy's own journey with her faith is one many will relate to as she struggles to maintain her initial enthusiasm for Jesus. She becomes lax in her faith as time passes but renews her faith and experiences many of the same issues that Christians today deal with. The portrait of Missy is both stunning and awe-inspiring. ABIDING DARKNESS: THE BLACK OR WHITE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE has numerous scenes that will touch the reader's heart. Perhaps, however, the scene at Cat Lake Bridge with Bobby, Missy, and Junior is the most memorable. The drama that unfolds is both poignant and heart-wrenching. This reviewer still cries every time that scene comes to mind. Racial issues and their pertinence to Christianity are also very carefully and sensitively addressed by John Aubrey Anderson. Mississippi in 1945 was still a very segregated area but Christianity binds together those of different races. While Missy is white, her best friend, Junior, is African-American. ABIDING DARKNESS: THE BLACK OR WHITE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE demonstrates how Christianity is a matter of the heart and not a matter of skin color. John Aubrey Anderson has amazed this reviewer with this awesome and touching story of the Christian faith. While somewhat reminiscent of Frank Peretti's PIERCING THE DARKNESS and THIS PRESENT DARKNESS, ABIDING DARKNESS: THE BLACK OR WHITE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE is by no means a carbon copy. Instead, Mr. Anderson has utilized a similar technique to Frank Peretti but placed his own folksy brand upon this incredible tale. ABIDING DARKNESS: THE BLACK OR WHITE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE has earned a cherished place on this reviewer's keeper shelf! COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES Comment | Permalink | (Report this)

Abiding Darkness (The Black or White Chronicles, Book 1)
Available from Amazon
Price: $15.86
Updated on 6-30-2008.