Comments on: Book Review: Haunt of Jackals (Jerusalem’s Undead Trilogy, Book 2) by Eric Wilson

By: Eric Wilson

Eric Wilson — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:11:16 +0000

Oddly, it’s the nonbelievers who seem to have no problem differentiating between the fact and fiction in these books. I’m not sure if Christians are not taught critical thinking, or how to process art and fiction, but the only confusion seems to come from that side of things.

I’ve had nonbelievers tell me they want to read the Bible now to find out more about the stuff mentioned in the trilogy.

By: Becky

Becky — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:40:23 +0000

really liked your review. My husband also pointed out that for those who are not well founded in Christ might have a hard time with this book, as in they will elements that maybe they are not sure are fiction or truth. But I agree with you, even those not founded in Him should enjoy this as a good read. I am still working my way through the 2nd half of the book and with your insights, I am looking forward to seeing more of the symbolism in the book. Good review!

By: Rebecca LuElla Miller

Rebecca LuElla Miller — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:22:56 +0000

Those who aren’t will still find the series an intriguing read with an aura of what will be interpreted as spiritual mysticism without a deeper understanding of the parable-like threads throughout.

Interesting thought, Jennifer. You make me want to go back and consider story elements as possible parable-like threads.

Becky
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By: Quiver Mamma

Quiver Mamma — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:14:35 +0000

Cross posted on your blog and mine.

Well Rachel, I can’t argue with you there – I DID think the anti-institutional digs were tacky and tagged on – rather like waving a ‘here’s the camp I belong to’ flag rather than adding to the story.

Great conversation .

By: Rachel Starr Thomson

Rachel Starr Thomson — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:34:20 +0000

Great review, Jennifer! I’m enjoying getting some positive perspectives on the story, and I like the way you point out the story’s parabolic nature. Good insight!

Cross-posting here and on my blog:

Jennifer, thanks for your thoughtful comments! I admit I’m definitely poorer for not having read “Field of Blood” first, and your point about the parabolic elements is well taken .

I’m not a “big institutional church girl” either, but as much as I may see problems within it, I also believe that God is alive and well in institutional church people, so I found the remarks in poor taste. Especially so in a story that should be taking an eternal perspective.

I remember the explanation about the relics not being powerful in and of themselves but only because they are symbols, but I didn’t find it convincing.
Rachel Starr Thomson´s last blog ..God in Fiction (Haunt of Jackals, Day 3)

By: Keanan Brand

Keanan Brand — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:01:36 +0000

“Nistarim protection program” — made me almost cough up my coffee! Good review.