The Departed: Book 1 of The Departed Series
"What if someone tried to fake the rapture?
When hundreds of thousands of people disappear in the middle of the night, including sixteen-year-old Gwen's best friend Lana, no one knows why. Some believe they were taken in the rapture, while others are convinced that it can't be true. " - From publisher
I read this fairly quickly because I couldn't put it down! It was a fast paced read, and good thing I didn't work the next morning!
Although there are certain small plot holes, and bits that feel a bit contrived, overall this YA novel was a winner. The fake rapture and all the following controversy was landed some credibility by the instability in the U.S. Political climate right now (2016 Election Season, anyone?) and it just made it all the more immediate - even though this is not at all a political book.
It is also not a blast for or against religion. The author takes a really balanced view and represents sympathetic characters who are believers, non-believers, and questioners alike. That *also* gives the book a credibility that helps to overshadow the few weak spots.
The ending of this book was really strong and I admit a little surprising to me! The best thing I can say about this book is that I immediately put #2 on my "want to read" shelf on Goodreads.
Although there are certain small plot holes, and bits that feel a bit contrived, overall this YA novel was a winner. The fake rapture and all the following controversy was landed some credibility by the instability in the U.S. Political climate right now (2016 Election Season, anyone?) and it just made it all the more immediate - even though this is not at all a political book.
It is also not a blast for or against religion. The author takes a really balanced view and represents sympathetic characters who are believers, non-believers, and questioners alike. That *also* gives the book a credibility that helps to overshadow the few weak spots.
The ending of this book was really strong and I admit a little surprising to me! The best thing I can say about this book is that I immediately put #2 on my "want to read" shelf on Goodreads.
- Miss Kelly
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