March 13, 2008

The Visitation by Frank Peretti



Heather's Comments: In the small town of Antioch Washington, something unusual is going on. Jesus’ face suddenly appears in the clouds, a weeping crucifix starts to heal people, and angelic messengers are communicating with the residents. The whole town is filled with joy and excitement, and when a Stranger moves into town and starts performing miracles everyone thinks he is a reincarnated Jesus; everyone except for Travis Jordan. After his wife was struck by a car and killed, Jordan, a former pastor, has been struggling with faith and doubt and the fanaticism of the town’s people only further fuel his bitterness and cynicism towards God. But things are not all that they seem and when the Stranger’s miracles start harming people, it’s up to Travis Jordan to save the town from evil.

This fast paced story of the battle between good and evil is filled with suspense. I was so engrossed and engaged with the story that it was almost impossible to put it down. I have always been a fan of Frank Peretti’s books, but The Visitation has brought his writing to a new level and many of the themes he deals with can be compared to the novels of Stephen King, only with a more spiritual edge. If you are looking for a thrilling novel about the supernatural with plot twists, characters you can relate to, and a satisfying yet haunting ending be sure to check out The Visitation. Check Status at GPL