Book review: Deape Woods

     Hey fam! I know it's been a while since my last post, I've been working on a few different projects but having a hard time finishing one, lol. I will have a monthly update by the 31st or the 1st of Oct, I'm also working on a second installment of Tolan Odyssey along with another Disney movie review (spoiler alert: It's my favorite Disney movie). Anyway I had the pleasure of reading a book by a brand new author: Prudence O'Haire. I'm really excited to share my thoughts and I hope they intrigue you enough to check out the book on amazon ;)

    Deape Woods by Prudence O'Haire is an interesting take on the spiritual world. I usually don't prefer third person writing because I often can't connect with the character as well. But Prudence does an amazing job of describing a scenario in a way you feel the emotions of the situation, without having the main character's (Nora) perspective. 

     When I first heard the words "Christian horror novel”, I was a bit taken aback, but once I read the book and understood the purpose behind it I became greatly enthused. The way the author takes you through a journey of someone who doesn’t believe in “supernatural activity” and they learn that the spiritual realm is a real place, opened my eyes to the nonchalant perspective people have towards certain things, and how dangerous that can be. Prudence obviously spent some time digging into the world of the spiritual, and I’m happy to see it turned to a positive source (Jesus) instead of the many other ways people like to try and “fix” their demonic problems (i.e. shamans, mediums, Feng shui, etc.).

     Through the course of the book Nora came into contact with people involved in Wicca, and she herself takes part in a couple rituals, in doing so she unknowingly invites a demonic presence to haunt her. While researching how to rid of her restless nights, terrifying encounters, and constant uneasiness, she is approached by a Christian character who helps her properly deal with her demons. Now this book isn’t insinuating that if you become a Christian all your problems will disappear and your life will be perfect, that’s definitely not the case, but it does cause people to stop and think about the true reality of demons and angels, at least it did for me.

    

     I personally haven’t had any physical encounters with demons, but I’ve heard countless tales from friends who have, and I do believe they’re real. My point is, this book is an amazing, eye-opening, fictional glimpse into the very real spiritual realm that I thoroughly enjoyed and am actually in the process of reading it a second time. I pre-ordered my copy on amazon and look forward to whatever Prudence O’Haire creates next!

(The link if you’re interested: https://www.amazon.com/Deape-Woods-Prudence-OHaire-ebook/dp/B07HFLHQ9Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537897764&sr=8-1&keywords=deape+woods)

     If you end up ordering and reading the book, please feel free to leave your thoughts or comments below. As always, be kind and respectful, but feel free to express your own opinion!

     Hope your day is as awesome and special as you.

~ Heather