1 Hardcover (352 pages)

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WestBow Press

10/7/2004

4/11/2006

Ted Dekker

0849917921

0023755021632

$19.99

Book Description

Some say that the world hangs in the balance of every choice we make. Now, the fate of two worlds hangs in the balance of one man's choices... an unlikely hero who may not survive the next 24 hours.

The adrenaline-laced trilogy began with Black in February, continued with Red in June, and now races to an unbelievable conclusion with White this October.

In White, Thomas Hunter struggles to stave off a war and a virus that are simultaneously ravaging two world's populations. Meanwhile, he must also contend with the ramifications of an incredible love story that unfolds-consequences that are far more crushing than anyone could ever imagine. This final installment brings the groundbreaking series to a close in a completely unexpected manner, filled with final plot twists that will richly reward those who have taken this epic journey.

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4.5

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• Visual, Gripping, and Soul Revealing (Book 3) (5)
  When it comes to "Christian Fiction," I have always hesitated (outside of Frank Peretti). This series came recommended by my Mom. So, trusting her, I picked it up and when I began nearly put it down in the first couple chapters. Something kept me going - and then I was had.
  
  Dekker writes a dual reality story and powerfully engages the heart in the story of love, sin, grace, betrayal, temptation, and hope. This story is wrapped in thriller format - and tells of the surrender and sacrifice of Christ. Dekker had me bitting my nales, shedding a tear, yelling at characters, and longing for more grace in my life.
  
  If you are longing for a tale of the power, the beauty, and the danger of life connected with the Divine - this is the series for you!
  
  1. Black
  2. Red
  3. White
  Be sure to get them in that order!
  
  And look, they are only a couple bucks on Amazon - worth it!
  
  Go on the journey - get wrapped up in the thriller.
• Wonderful, Thrilling, Sad, Brilliant, Every Human Emotion (5)
  This is an incredible book! Like all of Dekkers masterpieces, this plays with your emotions until your drained! By the end of a Dekker book, you are challenged to think, and on the brink of doing a million push-ups, (or crying depending on who you are)
  Read this great book!
• What a way to be Introduced to Dekker (5)
  The Circle Trilogy
  Whewww, ok I've read all three books in the Circle Trilogy back to back and all I can say is man what a ride. Ted Dekker has to be one of our generations great story tellers, this story of Thomas Hunter's fight to save mankind from a terrible virus intended to destroy the world is sure to become a Christian fiction classic much like Lewis's "Narnia" Series and Frank Perretti's "This Present Darkness".
  
  If you have not read books one and two do not start with Book Three ( White), although you will be able to figure out what is going on it is best to start with Black and work your way through, my public library had all three and I live in a rural library zone. So if you have one, I am sure it will be easy to find the others.
  
  This story is one of a man, Hunter, who finds himself the only person who knows the world is going to end. Through a dream he has that has him very much alive in another world, he soon finds out that what he learns in his dream world, comes true in this one and he is able to see the future by going to this dream world and learning from it through what is called the "The Book Of Histories. Can he save the world with this information and what of this other world, is it the real world after all?
  
  This series has a feel of a Lord of the Rings, Narnia fantasy in one realm and a Tom Clancy book in the other and draws historical and biblical references and comparisons throughout. A must read from a great author
• The end of the world............. times 2. (5)
  It's been about 2 weeks since Thomas Hunter woke up with knowledge of a potentially world-ending deadly virus strain. Although he was unable to stop the release of the deadly virus, he has been very busy helping to look for a cure.
  
  At the same time, it has been over 16 years since Thomas of Hunter woke up in the Black Forest with knowledge of the Histories. Although he was unable to stop the disease-ridden Horde from overrunning the forests, he has been very busy helping those who want a cure to the disease to get it.
  
  Both worlds are going to hell in a handbasket, and it's up to Thomas Hunter to figure out how to keep that from happening.
  
  This third and final installment in the Circle Trilogy may be one of Ted Dekker's best ever. His ability to pull you into the story and then throw you for loop after loop will leave you breathless and eager to continue. I lost quite a few hours of sleep because I couldn't find a good stopping place.
  
  As with the first two, this book is an unabashed Christian work. In addition to a gripping story, it also contains a retelling of the Bible. While you may not always agree with how the story has been rewritten, the main concepts are there. Not only will you be on the edge of your seat while reading this book, but your mind will be reading and understanding as well.
  
  If you have not read "Black" or "Red" first, then "White" will not mean anything to you. Some people will be upset that they have to buy three books to read the whole story, but this is one trilogy that is worth it.
• Surprise-Packed Conclusion to The CircleTrilogy (5)
  As in all trilogies, the author seeks to gather all of the textured patches of fabric shaped in the first two books and fasten them together in the final installment, hopefully in a satisfying and logical way. Dekker does not disappoint with White. Again picking up where the cliff-hanger ending of Red left off, we see Thomas Hunter defying numerous lethal situations with a definite sense of destiny and supernatural intervention. Aching from tragic loss, he presses onward in both worlds, searching for the solution that will bring freedom and survival.
  
  All of the engaging elements from Black and Red are present here--exciting battles, astounding symbolism, emotional upheavals, dramatic encounters with the enemy--but a different tone is in the air. As positive readers, we assume the battles will be won; we want them to be won. But the momentum seems to be in the other direction, toward a gruesome loss. Thomas strains to do the right thing, his faith in Justin (Dekker's type of Jesus) severely tested, something many of us can empathize with. As his faith grows, we discover along with him that God's solution to their predicament is not victorious destruction of their enemy, for their enemy is loved by Him as well; rather the victory He has in mind is less predictable: free redemption for those who choose it, beginning with one act of insanely sacrificial love.
  
  During the first pages of White, it is hard to imagine how Dekker will weave his trademark romance into this third book; yet he does so masterfully, almost catching the reader off guard with his sense of emotional and verbal nuance. One can't help but wonder when he will write a nonfiction work addressing romance and the nature of marriage! I found the romantic/redemptive aspect of White even more compelling and touching than that of the first two books--Dekker does an excellent job of conveying Thomas' awareness of being carried along in someone else's plan, and he takes us on the same trip, all the way to the revelations at the end which are simultaneously shocking and profoundly moving.
  
  I finished White with a fervent desire for the story to not be over. This series is a tremendous accomplishment, and its intricacy and rich characters raise Ted Dekker to a level above most of his peers. And while he brings his Circle Trilogy to a highly satisfying conclusion, I find myself hoping he may someday pick up the pen to share more of Thomas Hunter's two worlds with us.