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Print Length: 398 pages
Publisher: Embedded Pictures Publishing; 2 edition (July 15, 2012)
Publication Date: July 15, 2012
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Language: English
ASIN: B008MCSF0K
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As a big fan of the first book in the series "Noah Primeval" I just had to read the second book (which actually happens before the first book). Although well-written and adventurous to the tenth degrees it still has to be understood that this series is not what I would consider Biblical history. The author has fictionalized the real-life Enoch and his family and placed them in a world that most likely was very different then what actually happened. As long as the reader understands this going in then I really believe they will enjoy this book. There is almost no down time between battles and really tough situations making it a top notch page turner. Brian has a wonderful grasp of the English language and uses it create an intelligent story. (I'm glad I read it on the Kindle so I could get instant definitions of some of the less often heard words.) This book is story telling at it's best. When Noah Primeval is made into a blockbuster movie Enoch Primordial will surely follow. The last 25% of the book consists of the authors explanations of why he wrote what he did and how he came about his Biblical worldview. Although I disagreed with a lot of it I have great respect and appreciation for Brian taking the time to explain his views. I can't say I've read many books where the author explains his theology but it's a great way to inform the readers. Noah Primeval also had it's theology explained. As unique as this story is, more fantasy then reality, the God of the Bible (Yahweh Elohim) is given all the honor and praise He deserves. The love of God and the evil of the fallen angels are clearly defined. The court scene in heaven is perfectly written and could probably be used in an apologetics class.
Brian Godawa has outdone himself. Noah Primeval was a biblical romp through a mythological playground. But Enoch Primordial? Well, let's just say C.S. Lewis' Narnia now takes a back seat to the Nephilim Chronicles. Seriously. (It isn't to the level of Tolkien though). Brian shows his mastery of history, mythology, the Bible, apologetics, and best of all, storytelling.Like the first book, Enoch Primordial reads like a modern Hollywood screen play, not surprising, since Godawa is a Hollywood screen writer. It is fast paced and edge of the seat with a massive, epic ending worthy of IMAX 3-D. I usually prefer a bit more teasing out of the characters. I am reading a book, not watching a movie after all. Nevertheless, I didn't want to put this down and I did feel I got to know the characters to a sufficient degree.Brian clearly knows his stuff. He is so perfectly spot on in the details from the myths of the Ancient Near East to the Jewish Legends and traditions that I truly consider this historical fiction, even though it seems so incredible to modern sensibilities. He weaves biblical ideas, including tons of verses from all over the Scripture into the narrative in such a way that most people won't have any idea it is happening. Like any truly great story, Enoch is also contemporary in its apologetic value for non-believers as well as its subtle cultural and political critiques. None of this is in your face. Like I said, you wouldn't even know it is you didn't know what you were reading up front.But it for yourself and learn about the ancient mindset, including the biblical authors who wrote and read about Enoch. But it for your friends be they Christian or not. They will be blown away and perhaps even challenged in their faith.
The Books of Enoch: A Complete Volume Containing 1 Enoch (The Ethiopic Book of Enoch), 2 Enoch (The Slavonic Secrets of Enoch), 3 Enoch (The Hebrew Book of Enoch) The Books of Enoch: The Angels, The Watchers and The Nephilim: (With Extensive Commentary on the Three Books of Enoch, the Fallen Angels, the Calendar of Enoch, and Daniel's Prophecy) Enoch Primordial (Chronicles of the Nephilim Book 2) Enoch Primordial (Chronicles of the Nephilim) (Volume 2) The Third Book of Enoch: Also Called 3 Enoch and the Hebrew Book of Enoch The Book of Giants: The Watchers, Nephilim, and The Book of Enoch Noah Primeval (Chronicles of the Nephilim Book 1) Gilgamesh Immortal (Chronicles of the Nephilim Book 3) Gilgamesh Immortal: Chronicles of the Nephilim (Volume 3) Noah Primeval (Chronicles of the Nephilim) (Volume 1) The Nephilim Chronicles: Fallen Angels in the Ohio Valley Primordial Purity: Oral Instructions on the Three Words That Strike the Vital Point The Last of the Nephilim (Oracles of Fire, Book 3) Fallen Angels and the Origins of Evil: Why Church Fathers Suppressed The Book Of Enoch And Its Startling Revelations Ancient Book of Enoch The Book of Enoch the Prophet The Book of Enoch: From-The Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha of the Old Testament The Book of Enoch the Prophet (Lost Books of the Bible) Nephilim Stargates: The Year 2012 and the Return of the Watchers The Sons of God and the Nephilim