By Kelly Bridgewater
Ten years ago, Grace saw something
that would forever change the course of history. When evil in its purest form
is unleashed on the world, she and others from their religious community are
already hidden deep in the hills of Tennessee, abiding by every rule that will
keep them safe, pure--and alive. As long as they stay there, behind the red
perimeter.
Her older brother's questions and the arrival of the first outsiders she's seen in a decade set in motion events that will question everything Grace has built her life on. Enemies rise on all sides--but who is the real enemy? And what will it cost her to uncover the truth?
For the first time, bestselling authors Ted Dekker and Rachelle Dekker team up and deliver an intense, tightly focused ride through the most treacherous world of all.
Her older brother's questions and the arrival of the first outsiders she's seen in a decade set in motion events that will question everything Grace has built her life on. Enemies rise on all sides--but who is the real enemy? And what will it cost her to uncover the truth?
For the first time, bestselling authors Ted Dekker and Rachelle Dekker team up and deliver an intense, tightly focused ride through the most treacherous world of all.
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My Thoughts:
Fear is something that encapsulates everyone and everything.
Ted and Rachelle Dekker have written a fascinating novel with The Girl Behind the Red Rope covering
this exact topic. What have we allowed fear to cover that doesn't allow us to
fully embrace God's love? I know we all have little vises, whether we admit
them or not. The plot of this novel starts with a cult feeling like Tosca Lee's
latest series The Line Between and A Single Light but it goes into a totally
different direction. The plot moves along at a rapid pace and captured my
attention. I had some ideas about Bonnie and Rose so that didn't come as a
surprise to me. Why the story is listed as a suspense novel is beyond me? A
thriller. Yes. The definition of a thriller is something about to destroy
humanity and this entire novel is based on the fear on the unknown and fear of
not being good enough to earn heaven. Even though I believe the novel is
labeled as the wrong genre, I don't think it takes away from the strong message
the Dekker's are trying to portray to the reader. It is strong and makes me
ponder. I journaled about the idea of fear and probably will go back and do a
Bible study on the Light of God. Seems interesting to me. Overall, The Girl Behind the Red Rope is a
wonderful parable story for today's readers. It was well-written and filled
with truth. Just like Jesus would have done in his day. A good book for the
church to pick up and read. Definitely something I will be passing on.
I received a complimentary copy of The Girl Behind the Red Rope by Ted and Rachelle Dekker from Revell
Publishing, but the opinions stated are all my own.
My Rating:
4 out of 5 stars
Purchase The Girl Behind the Red Rope
About the Authors:
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TED DEKKER is a New York Times bestselling thriller author.
Heralded as a "master of suspense" by Library Journal, Dekker has
sold millions worldwide, establishing himself as one of the most widely
recognized author brands.
He began his career writing fantasy novels that explored spirituality (Black, Red and White) and has since become a major force in the mainstream fiction arena with his recent thrillers, "Adam," "Thr3e," "Skin," "Obsessed," "BoneMan's Daughters," which landed in the #10 on the New York Times hardcover bestseller list in 2009, and "The Bride Collector". Dekker has been honored with a Christy Award as well as a Gold Medallion Award for Best Fiction. "Thr3e" and his novel "House" became feature films.
Dekker was born to missionaries and grew up among cannibals of Indonesia, and his peculiar upbringing gives him a unique perspective outside the cultural bubble, allowing him the freedom to share provocative insights in his fiction. After leaving Indonesia, Dekker graduated from a multi-cultural high school and took up permanent residence in the United States, earning his B.A. in philosophy and religion, and then went into business.
In the early nineties, Dekker decided to pursue his desire to write fiction, selling his company, moving his family to the mountains of western Colorado, and writing full-time. Two years and three books later his first novel, a supernatural thriller called Heaven's Wager, was published. Dekker proceeded to write 6 more supernatural thrillers, rising to the top of many bestsellers lists and earning himself critical acclaim and legions of fans. "Thr3e" heralded his launch into mainstream fiction and was followed by "Obsessed," "Skin," "Adam," and "BoneMan's Daughters," all of which hit the New York Times bestseller list.
Ted Dekker's fans are comprised of readers of all ages, backgrounds, and belief systems who love his compulsively readable stories, authentic characters, and universal and relatable themes that he explores from a unique point of view.
He resides in Austin, Texas with his wife and children. You can find him at Teddekker.com and Facebook.com/teddekker. (Taken from Amazon.)
He began his career writing fantasy novels that explored spirituality (Black, Red and White) and has since become a major force in the mainstream fiction arena with his recent thrillers, "Adam," "Thr3e," "Skin," "Obsessed," "BoneMan's Daughters," which landed in the #10 on the New York Times hardcover bestseller list in 2009, and "The Bride Collector". Dekker has been honored with a Christy Award as well as a Gold Medallion Award for Best Fiction. "Thr3e" and his novel "House" became feature films.
Dekker was born to missionaries and grew up among cannibals of Indonesia, and his peculiar upbringing gives him a unique perspective outside the cultural bubble, allowing him the freedom to share provocative insights in his fiction. After leaving Indonesia, Dekker graduated from a multi-cultural high school and took up permanent residence in the United States, earning his B.A. in philosophy and religion, and then went into business.
In the early nineties, Dekker decided to pursue his desire to write fiction, selling his company, moving his family to the mountains of western Colorado, and writing full-time. Two years and three books later his first novel, a supernatural thriller called Heaven's Wager, was published. Dekker proceeded to write 6 more supernatural thrillers, rising to the top of many bestsellers lists and earning himself critical acclaim and legions of fans. "Thr3e" heralded his launch into mainstream fiction and was followed by "Obsessed," "Skin," "Adam," and "BoneMan's Daughters," all of which hit the New York Times bestseller list.
Ted Dekker's fans are comprised of readers of all ages, backgrounds, and belief systems who love his compulsively readable stories, authentic characters, and universal and relatable themes that he explores from a unique point of view.
He resides in Austin, Texas with his wife and children. You can find him at Teddekker.com and Facebook.com/teddekker. (Taken from Amazon.)
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