Fourth Dawn (A.D. Chronicles Book 4)

I choose this rating because like all other Thoene books there is so much that I have learned. I enjoy everything about their books, writing style that helps us fully enjoy each character. I love reading the Bible, but also love how Thoene’s pull out information I would never have dreamed of.

Another well-written Christian historical story by the Thoenes! I love the characters, the use of a flashback to the struggles for Mary & Joseph before their wedding, then they understand the message from God via the angels. They are greatly honored to play the parental roles of protection as God Himself comes to earth to save us all.

I found this book, as with the whole series, to be a highly descriptive depiction of life in Jesus time. You get caught up in the swirling of the crowds and motives of the people, all truly likely scenarios for the time. We often forget the impact of Israel, yet again, being a conquered people, and the fear and desperation they, like conquered people's before and since, were living under.It is a great way to start to get a grip on the myriad of challenges against Jesus message, and to begin to imagine why people reacted in the way they did. Why did the blind man's parents deny him? What was it that made Mary the optimum choice to be the mother of Jesus? How did Joseph reconcile his love for Mary and the small village mentality? These are great stories, within the wonder of a truly awesome story.

I have just finished the fourth book of the A.D. Chronicles and can't wait to get into the fifth book. I always have questions when reading the Holy Bible. What were the people like that Jesus was talking to? Who was the blind beggar who was healed by Jesus, who loved him, what was it like to look on the face of the Healer? What was the interaction between Mary and Joseph before and after the angelic visitations. What was it like for their families? I love that the Word is fleshed out in story form, giving multi-faceted personality to the almost one dimensional characters in Scripture. Stores are created for situations and events only eluded to. The novels help me better understand the historical context of the events, people and teachings found in Scripture.I am in awe of the research, authenticity and integrity required for the books that Brock and Bodie Thoene write. I have them all and have read their earlier series more than once. Truly a God-given talent.

I have read this before, but can't remember if there is any violence in the book. Through out the series there are descriptions of violent abuses of people that are part of the story, but it is not there often or provided for sensational purpose. I bought the book to replace my stolen copy. I was happy to have received the book in excellent condition and in just two days.

Very good historical biblically correct story. It’s alright with me when the authors include their extra thought or characters that help tie the loose ends together. I grow close to the actual biblical people with the descriptions of their lives based on known archaeology facts woven in!

I love this series, it may not be in chronological order but it gives further insite to the times that Jesus lived. I also love the study at the end of the books. I plan on ordering the next book soon.

Great Writting By This Husband and Wife Team.Makes You Feel Like You Are There When Reading It.

Item arrived by due date and in good condition. Will be used as part of a library of Christian books.

Took me back to Holy Land, were I’d been on a pilgrimage, and helped me see how it was for Jesus. And His disciples.

This is a v interesting AD Chronicle ... Really wish authors would continue on with the story instead of ending book with a study section - (quite a long one)!

Excellent reading, especially around the birth of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. very good.

On behalf of my Mum:Excellent fouth book in the series. Could not put the book down. A wonderful read.