The Touch
A Supernatural Story Part 1
by Robert E Flynn III
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Pub Date Feb 11 2017 | Archive Date Dec 04 2017
Description
The old beast is up to something out of character here.
Gabriel appears autistic because he hears a voice. The voice is real, but it is a supernatural presence. This voice gives him a power that he can transfer by touch. Gabriel does not trust this presence, though he finds that the wonder of what he is experiencing is far too great for him to resist.
Gabriel's "autism" is really a defense against the weight of the power that has engulfed his heart, mind and soul, from the very beginning. He has no memory of his parents and in actuality, the voice, which causes him so much distress, is the only reality he has ever known. Living in an orphanage in Austin, Texas, all of his life, the voice has shown him more attention and love than any other person.
He befriends one other special young person in that orphanage, Joshua Fellows. Joshua also has experienced little love in his short life. The bond between these two young boys is the beginning of an amazing journey
Together, they find the strength to take the gift and to use it for good. They will ultimately discover that the presence is not at all who they expected.
Advance Praise
The story is supernatural, but also delves into the condition of the human heart. The author easily ties the many characters together in a fast-paced read. Each character has a well-developed past. They each have specific human qualities that are drawn out by the voice. The characters reside in different areas of the world, from Afghanistan to the United States of America. Although the storyline jumps from one character to another, the writing style flows smoothly and keeps the story moving along.
The book is entertaining, yet thought-provoking. It brings up such questions as "What is evil?" and "Can children change the world for good?" While not being a scriptural book, it touches on religious themes. I found it interesting that the author gives his opinion on the scriptural beings known as Nephilim. There were a few aspects that were disturbing to me, but nothing that went against my Christian beliefs. It is definitely a book that will make you ponder it long after you've finished reading it. - https://forums.onlinebookclub.org/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=46241
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781542737227 |
| PRICE | $0.99 (USD) |
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Carissa S, Reviewer
Thank you so much to booksgosocial via netgalley for sending me an ARC copy of the touch by Robert Flynn.
Gabriel is an orphan and considered autistic because he hears voices. He is not autistic...
The touch was thought provoking and a unique twist on Gabriel the angel.
You want to go into this book not knowing anything because we follow this seemingly useless child that turns out to be amazing.
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