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The Son of Man
Ebook By CW JohnsonRating:
(4.7) Published: Feb. 08, 2009
Category: Fiction » Literature » Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Words: 139454 (approximate)
Language: English
Ebook Description
Imagine they set out to clone the Son of God. Imagine they succeed...Tags
end times fiction, religous fiction, romance, supernatural thrillerAvailable Ebook reading formats:
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Log-in to write a Review Log-in to add a Video ReviewReview by: Francis Porretto on Jul. 18, 2010 :
Despite its several flaws, this book has a lot to like.
The book's virtues flow from its audacious premises. Considering how ardently modern writers have searched for really original, really bold ideas, it's a wonder this one hadn't been used before. Mr. Johnson has walked an untrodden path.
The plot is more than adequately complex, and given the major premise, quite believable. (Okay, there's a lot of willing-suspension-of-disbelief required, but hey, it isn't a documentary.) There are one or two places where a bit of doubt creeps in -- How the Vinces got access to the blood capsule and the Shroud; how the villains got (the original) Dr. Oliver "inside;" why the flight to Sydney returned to the United States -- but overall, it works well; the gears mesh without grinding.
The characterizations, while generally good, aren't quite perfect. Todd needed more development; as matters stand, he doesn't quite come off. (Why, for instance, did he quit medical school? Why was he willing to resume a sexless "romance" with frigid and un-loving Maria?) It was possible to do a better job on Maria with less this-is-me directly from her mouth. On the other side of the ledger, Benjamin Santana, the story's main villain, is under-characterized; he needed more time on-camera than he got. Strangely enough, the major figure who was best developed was the enigmatic and powerful Brother Michael. However, the Supporting Cast was, in the main, handled well.
Probably the weakest aspect of the book is stylistic. There are a great many errors of spelling and punctuation; in particular, Mr. Johnson doesn't use the comma properly. Also, given the premises, a much less colloquial tone would have been better, both in the straight narrative and in the dialogue. But the plot carries the day.
Because of the missteps in characterization and style, if it were possible to award 4.5 stars, I would, but today I'm "rounding up." Well done!
Review by: Photo Girl on Feb. 25, 2010 :
TEN STARS! Awesome Book! When is the next one coming out?!
Review by: Chad Smoot on Nov. 24, 2009 :
I loved it. Can't wait for the next one!
Review by: Phil Genera on May. 11, 2009 :
Intersting, but not very good.
Review by: Teresa Swell on May. 04, 2009 :
I really got sucked in the minute I started reading this book. It grabbed me. What an interesting and well researched story. So many details, it was extremely believeable. Now I'm scared. What if this really did happen? OMG! I give it five stars.
Review by: buck Neves on Feb. 27, 2009 :
One of the best books I have read. A real page turner.I WILL read it again! Look out S.K., A new sheriff is in town!!
Review by: Brad griffin Griffin on Feb. 13, 2009 :
I have been enjoying this novel very much! It's a nail biter.
Review by: KaLee Hostetler on Feb. 12, 2009 :
This is a surprisingly captivating novel! I downloaded the sample and I couldn't put it down! I HIGHLY recommend it!! I give it FIVE stars!!!
Review by: readergirl on Feb. 12, 2009 :
Set some time aside because you won't be able to put this one down! Definately five stars!!!
Review by: Kelli Grim on Feb. 10, 2009 :
Charles Johnson has an amazing insight into the symbolic writings of the Book of Revelation and has not only written a book that is feasible, he has written it to be highly exciting and gritty. I give this book five stars.