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Firmament #2
In His Image
It was supposed to be a routine check of a parched planet. That was what Andi expected when she joined the small exploration team, but when their shuttle crash landed, the unthinkable happened—they encountered intelligent life.
Now stranded on the strange world, the team accidentally angers the iron-fisted leader of the village, and the compassionate intervention of a young native named Elasson may be all that's keeping them alive.
Their shuttle seems beyond repair, the oppressive heat is sapping their strength, and the local ruler is determined to execute them. Can Andi help find a way to escape before it's too late?
Now stranded on the strange world, the team accidentally angers the iron-fisted leader of the village, and the compassionate intervention of a young native named Elasson may be all that's keeping them alive.
Their shuttle seems beyond repair, the oppressive heat is sapping their strength, and the local ruler is determined to execute them. Can Andi help find a way to escape before it's too late?
221 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 14, 2013
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J. Grace Pennington
43 books144 followersJ. Grace Pennington has been telling stories since she could talk, and writing them down since age five. Now she lives in the great state of Texas, where she writes as much as adult life permits. When she's not writing, she enjoys reading good books, having adventures with her husband and daughters, and looking up at the stars.
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December 4, 2022
Just finished reading this aloud to my siblings, and we all loved it! The plot was really good, and... so was Elasson. I hope we get to see more of him in future books!! 😂😁❤
June 4, 2017
I read this book in one sitting - it was the perfect length and kept a relentless pace through it making me saying. "Just one more chapter." over and over again, keeping me reading until the wee hours...
The authoress did a good job providing all the 'fun and intrigue' of 'meeting aliens' - but kept the Christian message as clear as a bell in a plot twist that was not only page turning but quite plausible. The message was excellent and the story definitely held my interest.
The only parts I didn't like was that crew didn't act very much like a disciplined crew with a set chain of authority - the captain came off as very immature and a little annoying. Most of cast seemed rather bland - except for the Doctor, who was a very lovable character.
Nevertheless, this was a clean, exciting and fun read that I would readily recommend. If you're looking for something like a Christian Star Trek (and I mean that in a very complimentary way) then this is the series!
The authoress did a good job providing all the 'fun and intrigue' of 'meeting aliens' - but kept the Christian message as clear as a bell in a plot twist that was not only page turning but quite plausible. The message was excellent and the story definitely held my interest.
The only parts I didn't like was that crew didn't act very much like a disciplined crew with a set chain of authority - the captain came off as very immature and a little annoying. Most of cast seemed rather bland - except for the Doctor, who was a very lovable character.
Nevertheless, this was a clean, exciting and fun read that I would readily recommend. If you're looking for something like a Christian Star Trek (and I mean that in a very complimentary way) then this is the series!
October 26, 2016
Really good! I enjoyed the perspective on "alien" life and how Christians might interpret it. Once again, Ms. Pennington crafted well rounded characters with some really believable struggles. One teeny tiny complaint is that Andi seems younger than she really is, as does Crash, but it really doesn't make much of a difference. They're great characters. :)
I'm not sure if I quite buy the twist but it was fun. The culture was neat, the new characters were all interesting, and I really hope they get to go back to the planet and see Elasson again. :)
I'm really enjoying this series so far. I definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great sci-fi book written from a Christian perspective. They've been great so far!
I'm not sure if I quite buy the twist but it was fun. The culture was neat, the new characters were all interesting, and I really hope they get to go back to the planet and see Elasson again. :)
I'm really enjoying this series so far. I definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great sci-fi book written from a Christian perspective. They've been great so far!
October 17, 2019
EDIT 10-17-19 Just finished a reread. And I miss Elasson already so much. I need the book where they see him again. It still makes me so sad to leave him. And these books are still amazing.
ORIGINAL REVIEW
I read most of this book on Christmas Day, having to wait until the next day to read the last few chapters because I figured I should go to sleep at some point. My sister disregarded sleep, and read the whole book in one night. After that, it sat on the table with my school books for a few days, which ended with my mom reading it as well. This truly is an awesome book. After reading it, I can still say that Grace is an amazing writer.
In His Image is rather different from Radialloy in that very little of it takes place on the Surveyor. Most of it takes place on a planet where there is intelligent life. The question of how this life fits in with a Biblical worldview is integral to the story, and superbly done.
I can't not mention the characters. The character development increases in this book. There is, of course, plenty of Andi, and the other characters, such as the Doctor and Captain Trent, emerge more. There is more of Crash in this book than the last. He still can be quite annoying, but I loved getting to know him better nonetheless. Then there is Elasson. I loved Elasson. There is a language barrier between him and the team from the Surveyor (which is a major plot point), but somehow I got to know him well anyway. He is my sister's favorite character in the Firmament series. For me, I think he's tied with Andi. But I really want to read more about Elasson.
In His Image is a terrific book, and, once more, I am greatly looking forward to the next book in the Firmament series.
ORIGINAL REVIEW
I read most of this book on Christmas Day, having to wait until the next day to read the last few chapters because I figured I should go to sleep at some point. My sister disregarded sleep, and read the whole book in one night. After that, it sat on the table with my school books for a few days, which ended with my mom reading it as well. This truly is an awesome book. After reading it, I can still say that Grace is an amazing writer.
In His Image is rather different from Radialloy in that very little of it takes place on the Surveyor. Most of it takes place on a planet where there is intelligent life. The question of how this life fits in with a Biblical worldview is integral to the story, and superbly done.
I can't not mention the characters. The character development increases in this book. There is, of course, plenty of Andi, and the other characters, such as the Doctor and Captain Trent, emerge more. There is more of Crash in this book than the last. He still can be quite annoying, but I loved getting to know him better nonetheless. Then there is Elasson. I loved Elasson. There is a language barrier between him and the team from the Surveyor (which is a major plot point), but somehow I got to know him well anyway. He is my sister's favorite character in the Firmament series. For me, I think he's tied with Andi. But I really want to read more about Elasson.
In His Image is a terrific book, and, once more, I am greatly looking forward to the next book in the Firmament series.
October 19, 2013
I read this book just as avidly as the first in the series, hardly able to put it down. Once again J. Grace Pennington has crafted a suspenseful plot that keeps you constantly guessing about what might happen next. It was great to pick up again with all the characters that I loved from the first book, and see them developed even further—I especially liked the deeper insight into Crash's character.
When I first read the synopsis, it made me wonder just how the author was going to reconcile the idea of life on another planet with the fundamentals of Christianity. As it turns out, that question is the major theme of the book, and it's marvelously done. The philosophical differences between the Captain and Dr. Lloyd (and Crash) and how their beliefs are tested by strange circumstances is one of the strongest conflicts driving the story.
I did struggle a bit early on with the amount of the strange people's foreign language that's used as dialogue—because I couldn't understand it, I found myself wanting to skim, and wondered why their conversations and arguments weren't just described rather than quoted. Turns out, though, there was a twist coming that made it all suddenly significant. I won't spoil it for you, but it's great.
When I first read the synopsis, it made me wonder just how the author was going to reconcile the idea of life on another planet with the fundamentals of Christianity. As it turns out, that question is the major theme of the book, and it's marvelously done. The philosophical differences between the Captain and Dr. Lloyd (and Crash) and how their beliefs are tested by strange circumstances is one of the strongest conflicts driving the story.
I did struggle a bit early on with the amount of the strange people's foreign language that's used as dialogue—because I couldn't understand it, I found myself wanting to skim, and wondered why their conversations and arguments weren't just described rather than quoted. Turns out, though, there was a twist coming that made it all suddenly significant. I won't spoil it for you, but it's great.
October 25, 2015
Book three, you are on my to-read-soon list. ;)
April 26, 2020
Wow. I wasn’t sure through most of the book how the author would handle the delicate question of aliens from a Biblical perspective, but I was blown away. Great job! Various viewpoints are argued and discussed throughout the story, and the truth of the characters’ situation turned out to be so much better than I could have imagined.
All the details were so carefully put together. The plot was excellent. The characters - even when they couldn’t communicate with each other - came out so vividly.
One small quibble I had while initially reading was that all the natives’ foreign conversations were written out, which added nothing to the story and frustrated me a bit because of course I couldn’t read or understand them. After reading the ending, however... I see interesting reasons for putting them in and I might take advantage of it if I read the book again. :) I’ll stop there, to avoid spoilers.
I was also sad about the condition they left them in...a condition made by the visitors...
Excellent story and plot.
All the details were so carefully put together. The plot was excellent. The characters - even when they couldn’t communicate with each other - came out so vividly.
One small quibble I had while initially reading was that all the natives’ foreign conversations were written out, which added nothing to the story and frustrated me a bit because of course I couldn’t read or understand them. After reading the ending, however... I see interesting reasons for putting them in and I might take advantage of it if I read the book again. :) I’ll stop there, to avoid spoilers.
I was also sad about the condition they left them in...a condition made by the visitors...
Excellent story and plot.
May 18, 2020
I so enjoyed re-reading this book. J. Grace Pennington's books never cease to entertain me while making me think through things.
This book is one of my favorites. Andi, Elasson, Doctor Lyod, August, they are all so awesome together. Also, I loved the group being stranded together, it was fun to see them all interacting.
The biblical views on aliens were great and had me thinking. I hope these characters show up again sometime.
This book is one of my favorites. Andi, Elasson, Doctor Lyod, August, they are all so awesome together. Also, I loved the group being stranded together, it was fun to see them all interacting.
The biblical views on aliens were great and had me thinking. I hope these characters show up again sometime.
August 22, 2023
This was less exciting than the first book in the series, and I think that's mainly because, for much of the story, I didn't feel a strong sense of conflict.
However, I did enjoy the theme of intelligent life on other planets from a Christian perspective, and getting to know the main characters better was nice, too.
Hopefully I'll find book three's story to be a little more interesting!
However, I did enjoy the theme of intelligent life on other planets from a Christian perspective, and getting to know the main characters better was nice, too.
Hopefully I'll find book three's story to be a little more interesting!
September 11, 2014
It's so fun to see author's works improving as they go. Several people told me that In His Image was way better than Radialloy and they were so right. I liked Radialloy, but it took me a while to get into it and I found it a little difficult to follow at times. No such problem here.
Andi and her adoptive father work the sickbay on board a space craft that searches for extra-terrestrial life. As Christians, neither Andi, her dad, or her cousin Crash believe in such a thing. After all, people are uniquely created in the image of God. Right? When the team experiences a rocky landing on an exploratory trip to a new planet, all of them are shocked to find themselves pulled into a colony of people. How did the civilization get there? Are they aliens or humans? And what should the crew of the Surveyor do about them?
The characterization in this books was fantastic. I could sense Andi being stretched and growing as a person. Elasson came to life even though he had limited dialogue due to speaking a different language. And there were some tantalizing hints dropped about Crash's past. Plus some pretty neat developments with August.
For those of you conservative readers who might raise your eyebrows at the fictional discovery of extra-terrestrial life, it's handled well, promise. A totally Biblical worldview and explanation mixed with an author's favorite "what-if" question. ;) Give it a try.
Andi and her adoptive father work the sickbay on board a space craft that searches for extra-terrestrial life. As Christians, neither Andi, her dad, or her cousin Crash believe in such a thing. After all, people are uniquely created in the image of God. Right? When the team experiences a rocky landing on an exploratory trip to a new planet, all of them are shocked to find themselves pulled into a colony of people. How did the civilization get there? Are they aliens or humans? And what should the crew of the Surveyor do about them?
The characterization in this books was fantastic. I could sense Andi being stretched and growing as a person. Elasson came to life even though he had limited dialogue due to speaking a different language. And there were some tantalizing hints dropped about Crash's past. Plus some pretty neat developments with August.
For those of you conservative readers who might raise your eyebrows at the fictional discovery of extra-terrestrial life, it's handled well, promise. A totally Biblical worldview and explanation mixed with an author's favorite "what-if" question. ;) Give it a try.
January 10, 2019
Age Appropriate For: 10 and up for mild violence
Best for Ages: 12 and up
After finishing Firmament: Radialloy, I was very eager to read the next book. I had to wait, though. Reason? I knew I was going to meet the author and we would exchange books. So I waited to get my paperback copy. After a tortuous week of waiting, I finally got my hands on the book and was able to read.
Wow! This book was even better than the first. Now that I knew the characters from the first book, I got to see them really develop in this story as they encounter something that challenges their faith: Aliens.
The setting was so believable and well developed. I felt as if I really was on Elasson’s planet and with his people. The culture, and their habits and traditions were all woven into the story very well.
The faith element was not heavy, but it was very powerful in my mind. It centered around the question of what you do when you encounter something that seems to go against your faith. I even wrote a whole blog post on it, because it impacted me so. Pennington did an awesome job!
The ending was so amazing. I won’t give anything away, but it was brilliant. I cannot tell you how amazing it really was. I cannot wait to read more of J. Grace Pennington’s books in the future.
I highly recommend this book to those who like sci-fi, well written stories, and are looking for something out of the ordinary.
Best for Ages: 12 and up
After finishing Firmament: Radialloy, I was very eager to read the next book. I had to wait, though. Reason? I knew I was going to meet the author and we would exchange books. So I waited to get my paperback copy. After a tortuous week of waiting, I finally got my hands on the book and was able to read.
Wow! This book was even better than the first. Now that I knew the characters from the first book, I got to see them really develop in this story as they encounter something that challenges their faith: Aliens.
The setting was so believable and well developed. I felt as if I really was on Elasson’s planet and with his people. The culture, and their habits and traditions were all woven into the story very well.
The faith element was not heavy, but it was very powerful in my mind. It centered around the question of what you do when you encounter something that seems to go against your faith. I even wrote a whole blog post on it, because it impacted me so. Pennington did an awesome job!
The ending was so amazing. I won’t give anything away, but it was brilliant. I cannot tell you how amazing it really was. I cannot wait to read more of J. Grace Pennington’s books in the future.
I highly recommend this book to those who like sci-fi, well written stories, and are looking for something out of the ordinary.
December 1, 2013
This is the second book in J. Grace Pennington’s Firmament series. If you were expecting the pattern started in Radialloy to continue, well... you’re wrong. But that’s a very good thing.
In this book we get away from the ship (and the worst of the author’s problems with representing accurate science and technology) on which our main characters reside and into a whole mess of trouble on a planet inhabited by... wait for it... humans. Except this planet has never been colonized, these humans have no technology, and by all appearances, their ‘civilization’ should have died out long ago from lack of resources. This opens the way for Creation vs Evolution debates among the crew as they try to figure out what exactly happened. Turns out the answer is not quite what I (or, I think, anyone else) expected.
This book is much more tightly written, with better pacing and less digression than the first. We get more character development, though a couple of characters are ‘sidelined’ through circumstances not in their control and feel a bit left out. Overall, I would say the author’s skills have improved.
In this book we get away from the ship (and the worst of the author’s problems with representing accurate science and technology) on which our main characters reside and into a whole mess of trouble on a planet inhabited by... wait for it... humans. Except this planet has never been colonized, these humans have no technology, and by all appearances, their ‘civilization’ should have died out long ago from lack of resources. This opens the way for Creation vs Evolution debates among the crew as they try to figure out what exactly happened. Turns out the answer is not quite what I (or, I think, anyone else) expected.
This book is much more tightly written, with better pacing and less digression than the first. We get more character development, though a couple of characters are ‘sidelined’ through circumstances not in their control and feel a bit left out. Overall, I would say the author’s skills have improved.
January 12, 2016
Of the three Firmament books so far, this is by far my favorite - mostly because it's nice to see the characters get off their starship and go a whole story without a mutiny. The backstory of the planet they visit, while weird, is both consistent with biblical truth and fascinating in its originality. The plot kept me turning pages, and - as usual - staying up late.
I've never read much science fiction, because it typically adds aliens and an extra-biblical worldview to the built-in drawbacks of fiction in general. Pennington's Firmament series is a notable exception to this rule, and one to be appreciated by all who would apply Philippians 4:8 even to sci-fi.
I've never read much science fiction, because it typically adds aliens and an extra-biblical worldview to the built-in drawbacks of fiction in general. Pennington's Firmament series is a notable exception to this rule, and one to be appreciated by all who would apply Philippians 4:8 even to sci-fi.
June 3, 2014
Firmament: Radialloy was good. Firmament: In His Image was far superior. The first book was almost too much like Star Trek. Book 2 was similar to Star Trek, but very, very different at the same time. I loved the twist Miss Pennington put in there. And no, I'm not going to reveal it. ;)
January 1, 2024
Reread 2023
I was late to the party on this book previously, so I get the Andi/Elasson ship, but I'm really just here for the Doctor lol.
Recommended 10+ for scary situations for younger readers and hinted romance.
I was late to the party on this book previously, so I get the Andi/Elasson ship, but I'm really just here for the Doctor lol.
Recommended 10+ for scary situations for younger readers and hinted romance.
December 7, 2023
I would recommend this book for readers 10+ who enjoy Christian (soft) sci-fi.
This is another really fun read that once again reminds me of a Star Trek episode. These books are quick and easy reads, but they keep you pleasantly entertained all the way through. This one is definitely SOFT sci-fi, meaning it won't bludgeon you with cold, hard scientific facts, but it gives you enough details for casual readers to keep up. I actually PREFER that in my sci-fi reads.
Similar to the first book, this one has a solid plot with an interesting premise and exciting occurrences as the protagonists try to resolve their problem. Essentially, a bunch of them crash-land on a planet and discover extraterrestrials (of sorts)! It feels very familiar with how old-school Star Trek episodes used to be, and I really dig that! So the protagonists are dealing with potentially hostile forces, a fairly hostile environment, and trying to get their ship fixed and back into space. It's simple enough, but it's still very entertaining.
The writing is simple and quick, and perfect for the style of story. I like it quite much! It's an easy read for me, which I definitely need when I'm trying to wind down.
I liked the character Elasson quite a lot. I love characters who are protective of others, especially when it puts them in danger (and they don't have ulterior motives to do so). More of the cast of characters are starting to stand out now, including Crash and the Captain, whom I'm growing fond of.
The Christian message is very prevalent in this story (if you couldn't guess by the title), but it's integrated well into the story so that it doesn't feel extremely forced. I do think these books could be good teaching tools for younger readers, to help cover topics like fear and doubt, but not in a "bludgeon you over the head" sort of way. Non-Christian readers will probably feel bludgeoned, though. Fair warning.
I do think the writing in this book is even better than the first, which is a good thing to see~ Growth is good! The characters sometimes made weird/poor choices that pulled me out of the story, and there were quite a few typos in this one. But, the story kept me thoroughly engaged, and those things didn't bug me enough to make me dock a star. Overall, the story arc was entertaining, complete, and competently written!
It's a good, fun read~ Give it a whirl!
This is another really fun read that once again reminds me of a Star Trek episode. These books are quick and easy reads, but they keep you pleasantly entertained all the way through. This one is definitely SOFT sci-fi, meaning it won't bludgeon you with cold, hard scientific facts, but it gives you enough details for casual readers to keep up. I actually PREFER that in my sci-fi reads.
Similar to the first book, this one has a solid plot with an interesting premise and exciting occurrences as the protagonists try to resolve their problem. Essentially, a bunch of them crash-land on a planet and discover extraterrestrials (of sorts)! It feels very familiar with how old-school Star Trek episodes used to be, and I really dig that! So the protagonists are dealing with potentially hostile forces, a fairly hostile environment, and trying to get their ship fixed and back into space. It's simple enough, but it's still very entertaining.
The writing is simple and quick, and perfect for the style of story. I like it quite much! It's an easy read for me, which I definitely need when I'm trying to wind down.
I liked the character Elasson quite a lot. I love characters who are protective of others, especially when it puts them in danger (and they don't have ulterior motives to do so). More of the cast of characters are starting to stand out now, including Crash and the Captain, whom I'm growing fond of.
The Christian message is very prevalent in this story (if you couldn't guess by the title), but it's integrated well into the story so that it doesn't feel extremely forced. I do think these books could be good teaching tools for younger readers, to help cover topics like fear and doubt, but not in a "bludgeon you over the head" sort of way. Non-Christian readers will probably feel bludgeoned, though. Fair warning.
I do think the writing in this book is even better than the first, which is a good thing to see~ Growth is good! The characters sometimes made weird/poor choices that pulled me out of the story, and there were quite a few typos in this one. But, the story kept me thoroughly engaged, and those things didn't bug me enough to make me dock a star. Overall, the story arc was entertaining, complete, and competently written!
It's a good, fun read~ Give it a whirl!
January 4, 2018
So, after reading Radialloy, I did what I've only done once before in my life--bought the rest of the series (so far) sight-unseen. In His Image did not disappoint!
Usually, the existence of alien life is the one area where I'll give science fiction a pass (even though I'm in full agreement with the theological arguments against it). I'd never imagined an author would be able to write a compelling story about life on other planets while tackling the theological implications head-on. Fantastic work!
I also really liked the deeper glimpses into Crash's character . There's a lot more backstory still to be uncovered, but I'm definitely much more sympathetic toward him than I was in the first book. And his banter with Andi was spot-on; they may not be actual siblings, but they sure act like it!
Can't wait to get to the next one!
Usually, the existence of alien life is the one area where I'll give science fiction a pass (even though I'm in full agreement with the theological arguments against it). I'd never imagined an author would be able to write a compelling story about life on other planets while tackling the theological implications head-on. Fantastic work!
I also really liked the deeper glimpses into Crash's character . There's a lot more backstory still to be uncovered, but I'm definitely much more sympathetic toward him than I was in the first book. And his banter with Andi was spot-on; they may not be actual siblings, but they sure act like it!
Can't wait to get to the next one!
December 26, 2022
I enjoyed book one a little bit more than the sequel. In this story the crew has arrived at their destination to find that there are humanoids already living there. Because of trouble with their ship they are forced to stay until repairs can be made and they discover some very interesting information about where these people came from. Without the help of a special friend they probably would not have survived!
This is a clean and fast moving read.
This is a clean and fast moving read.
April 3, 2024
Verging onto a new path, an accidental path, landing on a new planet, and finding rather surprising life there. Intriguing! What does this mean for the history of Christianity if humankind is located on a planet other than earth? Andi intends to noodle out the answer. Her father, the Doctor on board the spaceship, will keep her questions headed in the right direction to get to the bottom of the mystery.
I love the witty banter and deep companionship felt between these characters.
An awesome (and clean) sci-fi adventure. Christian families especially will enjoy it.
I love the witty banter and deep companionship felt between these characters.
An awesome (and clean) sci-fi adventure. Christian families especially will enjoy it.
July 1, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book. Andi and a few others from the crew are going on a special expedition. They are meant with quite a few surprises along the way. There are ship malfunctions, strange lifeforms and a giant wall.
There are definitely some conversations that go on for a long time and can get to be very dry, but overall I think readers will like this book.
COYER: 4 points
Read a book set at least 20 years in the future (or more).
There are definitely some conversations that go on for a long time and can get to be very dry, but overall I think readers will like this book.
COYER: 4 points
Read a book set at least 20 years in the future (or more).
August 6, 2014
I loved RADIALLOY. And in my opinion, IN HIS IMAGE was pretty good.
I say pretty good for several different reasons. We'll talk in pros and cons.
Pros: I fell in love with Eagle Crash all over again, and this time I loved him even more. When you get a glimpse into a cocky character's vulnerable soul, it's priceless. Then there's August, who gained a whole new respect from myself. The Doctor did not disappoint. Andi is slowly adjusting to the position as a strong heroine. My heart also latched onto a new character whom I hope to see again in the future.
Cons: The plot was slightly disappointing. Oh, it was exciting alright. It just felt TOO unrealistic, even for a sci-fi novel. And then, as I said in my review for RADIALLOY, it could have perhaps used better description. Perhaps it could have slowed down in some parts and sped up in others.
But I like to put it this way: it's a pretty good book. I'd read it again.
I say pretty good for several different reasons. We'll talk in pros and cons.
Pros: I fell in love with Eagle Crash all over again, and this time I loved him even more. When you get a glimpse into a cocky character's vulnerable soul, it's priceless. Then there's August, who gained a whole new respect from myself. The Doctor did not disappoint. Andi is slowly adjusting to the position as a strong heroine. My heart also latched onto a new character whom I hope to see again in the future.
Cons: The plot was slightly disappointing. Oh, it was exciting alright. It just felt TOO unrealistic, even for a sci-fi novel. And then, as I said in my review for RADIALLOY, it could have perhaps used better description. Perhaps it could have slowed down in some parts and sped up in others.
But I like to put it this way: it's a pretty good book. I'd read it again.
December 26, 2019
My sister found this book through the Homeschool Authors website and gifted it to us since she loved it so much. This is the third book I’ve read by this author and my favorite so far!
For anyone who likes lost civilizations, mysteries, and other made-up cultures—you will love this!! I found it both interesting and thought-provoking as it dealt with questions about the Biblical view of aliens. Definitely more enjoyable than the first book with a lot more description. My favorite characters were the faithful, thoughtful doctor; the thoughtless, hilarious Crash; Andi, of course; and the somewhat tragic, childlike Elasson. It could’ve only been better if there had been more about Mr. Guilders. He is hands-down the most awesome. (See the first book.) : )
Just a note, there is some mild peril.
Altogether, I enjoyed this clean adventure in space! :D
For anyone who likes lost civilizations, mysteries, and other made-up cultures—you will love this!! I found it both interesting and thought-provoking as it dealt with questions about the Biblical view of aliens. Definitely more enjoyable than the first book with a lot more description. My favorite characters were the faithful, thoughtful doctor; the thoughtless, hilarious Crash; Andi, of course; and the somewhat tragic, childlike Elasson. It could’ve only been better if there had been more about Mr. Guilders. He is hands-down the most awesome. (See the first book.) : )
Just a note, there is some mild peril.
Altogether, I enjoyed this clean adventure in space! :D
January 3, 2014
Another exciting book in Miss Pennington's Firmament series. I enjoyed this adventure a lot, and it was interesting and thought-provoking whenever the topic of alien life (or even human life) on other planets came up. I enjoyed the conclusion, although I do wish Andi had had her way. The characters are all lovable and funny. They had their solemn moments, while some argued with other, and others had conflict within themselves. I could feel the moments of panic or excited suspense and realization (especially where concerned with the language barrier), and I can't wait for the next installment!
March 2, 2017
J. Grace Pennington has done it again. Shes written a book that you never want to put done, in turn making you not want to go sleep. So if your thinking of reading the book just clear a day in your secdule and start the book in the morning. =D I can't wait to read more of Grace's books!
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