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Bethany House Publishers (2019), 384 pages
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Fiction. Literature. Historical Fiction. Fleeing for his life after his adoptive father is put to death by a ruthless Parthian queen, Myrad, a young magi acolyte, escapes the city. There he begins an epic journey filled with peril, close escapes, and dangerous battles. Over everything shines the dream of a star that Myrad can't forget and the promise that the world will never be the same.
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LibraryThing member LAWonder10
Myrad was a cripple, yet when his mother died, the magus, Gershon, took him in and adopted him. He raided him as his son, and taught him in the ways and knowledge as a magi acolyte.. Their close relationship ended in the terrible day at the palace, where the newly pronounced queen had him and
Myrad fled to this fathers house to grab a few important and sacred belongings, barely fleeing from there with hos life. He had to obtain the shelter of a caravan in order to avoid being caught and slayed. many regarded his crippled body as a curse and refused his plea to join them. However after endlessly searching, and through his persistence, the merchant Walagash allowed him to join them.
Little did any of them realize what events would take place in the upcoming months and years.... Would Myrad be able to honor his father and fulfill his dreams?
This is an excellent story in honor, integrity, greed, perseverance, and in overcoming obstacles.
It is a well-written tale, using creative imagination concerning an event in history which is vaguely addressed.
The characters are well portrayed and feel very real. The events and scenes are well defined and visualized with relative ease.
The Book Cover is too dark to effectively attract "the browser's eye". However the Title is very interesting and fitting to the book content.
I did find it disconcerting that some important parts were left out of a well-known biblical event. A couple of other places in the story is not in accordance to most individuals understanding, yet is left open to interpretation. The author used that to create his own, interesting, scenario.
I recommend this book, especially for holiday reading.
*This book was gifted to me with no pressure for a positive review. This is my honest review.
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others slaughtered. Myrad fled to this fathers house to grab a few important and sacred belongings, barely fleeing from there with hos life. He had to obtain the shelter of a caravan in order to avoid being caught and slayed. many regarded his crippled body as a curse and refused his plea to join them. However after endlessly searching, and through his persistence, the merchant Walagash allowed him to join them.
Little did any of them realize what events would take place in the upcoming months and years.... Would Myrad be able to honor his father and fulfill his dreams?
This is an excellent story in honor, integrity, greed, perseverance, and in overcoming obstacles.
It is a well-written tale, using creative imagination concerning an event in history which is vaguely addressed.
The characters are well portrayed and feel very real. The events and scenes are well defined and visualized with relative ease.
The Book Cover is too dark to effectively attract "the browser's eye". However the Title is very interesting and fitting to the book content.
I did find it disconcerting that some important parts were left out of a well-known biblical event. A couple of other places in the story is not in accordance to most individuals understanding, yet is left open to interpretation. The author used that to create his own, interesting, scenario.
I recommend this book, especially for holiday reading.
*This book was gifted to me with no pressure for a positive review. This is my honest review.
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LibraryThing member SBMC
"God's leading isn't always as obvious as having His messenger show up in the middle of your afternoon prayers. Sometimes He whispers so softly to your heart, you scarcely know He's spoken."
This is actually the first book by Patrick W. Carr that I have read and I am completely mesmerized. This book
All fans of Biblical fiction will absolutely love this book. It's a must read, especially as we approach the season of Christmas. I received a copy of the book from Bethany House and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
This is actually the first book by Patrick W. Carr that I have read and I am completely mesmerized. This book
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is a bit different from the speculative novels that the author is known for; it's a well-researched and captivating Biblical fiction centered around prophecies of Jesus' birth and the magi eagerly awaiting the Messiah's triumph, also foretold by the faithful prophets of old. The writing is intense and splendid, and it draws you into the heart of the political and religious unrest in the Persian Empire, as well as the Roman Empire. The protagonist is an unlikely hero, a club-footed Persian apprentice adopted by a Hebrew magus in the capital of the Persian Empire. Myrad, despite his physical handicap, is intelligent, truthful, humble, loving, and loyal. As he reluctantly inherits his adoptive Hebrew father's lifelong task to keep the calendar according to the old prophecies, Myrad encounters danger, betrayal, adventure, true friendship and kinship and acceptance, hope and even love. Even in the midst of his doubts and uncertainty, Myrad works to spread the word of the One True God in a pagan and pluralistic world. The story spans majority of Myrad's adult life and it will bring fresh insight into God's plan of salvation finally unfurling with the birth of Jesus and exploding across the nations with His death and resurrection.All fans of Biblical fiction will absolutely love this book. It's a must read, especially as we approach the season of Christmas. I received a copy of the book from Bethany House and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
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LibraryThing member fcplcataloger
As I read this book, I found myself turning to my Bible and I also 'googled' to see what was fact and what was fiction. It is very apparent that Patrick W. Carr has devoted a lot of time to research this book that relates the prophet Daniel's prediction as to when the Messiah would be born. The
The Last of the Magi is filled with historical details and Bible scripture but Carr also adds wonderful human interest. I was especially touched by the description of the Magi finally meeting Mary, Joseph, and Jesus and reading Mary's explanation of all that had occurred. I also enjoyed seeing Myrad emerge from being very self-conscious about his club foot to a confident man who had found the Messiah and also the love of a young woman. But it his witnessing The Day of Pentecost and hearing Simon speak in his native Persian language that brought me to tears. That night, as he gathered with his friends and they shared the bread and the wine, Myrad wondered 'Would anything be ordinary again?' After reading this book, I know that I won't because this book has increased my understanding of all of these events. The End of the Magi is a must-read for those who enjoy biblical fiction!
I received a copy of this book from Bethany House but I wasn't obligated to leave a positive review. This are my own thoughts.
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book begins in 537 BC Babylon and readers are given a story of danger, adventure, and deep faith, as the Magi, or wise men, begin their watch. The End of the Magi centers on Myrad and his dream that shows a huge star that appears to be stationary in the sky. It is as his journey continues, made more difficult because of his club foot, that he continues to dream and it is in one dream that he is told "Behold", the voice said, "the promised one has been born."' The Last of the Magi is filled with historical details and Bible scripture but Carr also adds wonderful human interest. I was especially touched by the description of the Magi finally meeting Mary, Joseph, and Jesus and reading Mary's explanation of all that had occurred. I also enjoyed seeing Myrad emerge from being very self-conscious about his club foot to a confident man who had found the Messiah and also the love of a young woman. But it his witnessing The Day of Pentecost and hearing Simon speak in his native Persian language that brought me to tears. That night, as he gathered with his friends and they shared the bread and the wine, Myrad wondered 'Would anything be ordinary again?' After reading this book, I know that I won't because this book has increased my understanding of all of these events. The End of the Magi is a must-read for those who enjoy biblical fiction!
I received a copy of this book from Bethany House but I wasn't obligated to leave a positive review. This are my own thoughts.
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LibraryThing member Bookworm_Lisa
The story of the three wise men is familiar to Christians. They are briefly mentioned in the New Testament. This story explores who and what the wise men could have been.
The book begins with Daniel in Babylon 537 BC. He creates a group of people called the Magi who count down the days until the
This book is fascinating. The thought of "what if" and "what could have happened" during the time period propelled me to keep reading. I loved following Myrad on the trade routes through the desert. He faced life-threatening situations and was sustained by his God and belief.
This book is perfect for this season. But it is so much more. It is an adventure. It is about faith and prophetic dreams. It is about a young man learning and growing. It also has quite a bit of the time periods of culture.
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
The book begins with Daniel in Babylon 537 BC. He creates a group of people called the Magi who count down the days until the
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Messiah would be born. The Magi over the years become corrupted with the political power that they have been given. Tragedy strikes the Magi and Myrad escaped with the calendar and other political documents. He was hunted and took measures to make sure his task was successful. Myrad had a disability, he was born with a clubbed foot that made him easily recognizable and slowed down his flight from Persia.This book is fascinating. The thought of "what if" and "what could have happened" during the time period propelled me to keep reading. I loved following Myrad on the trade routes through the desert. He faced life-threatening situations and was sustained by his God and belief.
This book is perfect for this season. But it is so much more. It is an adventure. It is about faith and prophetic dreams. It is about a young man learning and growing. It also has quite a bit of the time periods of culture.
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
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LibraryThing member hes7
Follow the star this holiday season in Patrick W. Carr’s The End of the Magi. It is a story of prophecies and politics, an epic journey of secrets, peril, courage, and the coming Messiah. History springs to life with clarity and imagination and will forever alter your understanding of the beloved
I have long known the wisemen as an element of Jesus’ birth story, but never gave much thought to their experience. As Carr fleshes out their humanity and purpose, especially through the character of Myrad, I could not help but be captivated by the story that he pens.
If you love Christmas reading, like I do, and need a break from feel-good romances, The End of the Magi is a book you should read.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.
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Christmas story.I have long known the wisemen as an element of Jesus’ birth story, but never gave much thought to their experience. As Carr fleshes out their humanity and purpose, especially through the character of Myrad, I could not help but be captivated by the story that he pens.
If you love Christmas reading, like I do, and need a break from feel-good romances, The End of the Magi is a book you should read.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.
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LibraryThing member NadineC.Keels
As a young, lame magus who has lost his family, Myrad is running for his life when he joins a merchant's caravan for protection. A perilous journey ensues, and all the while, Myrad can't forget his dream of a star and a centuries-old message of a coming Messiah in The End of the Magi by author
Since I've been planning for a while to try some fantasy by this author, I was particularly interested when I saw he'd written a Biblical Fiction novel. It's important to note that even with its connection to the magi and the Messiah, this book isn't a "straight shot to the manger" or necessarily a Christmas read. I appreciate where the author begins, tying in familiar and relevant Old Testament figures, and the opening of Myrad's tale is both heart-gripping and intriguing.
While I couldn't help but to develop a soft spot for Myrad as I read, he starts to seem something like the awkward pet of the story, in a sense, and it isn't only on account of his physical condition. The tolerant people around him, male and female alike, are a good deal savvier in their situation than Myrad, as he stumbles into mishaps and foolish decision-making.
Some of the danger feels redundant, the development of a romantic attraction takes an approach I tend to find pretty weird in any story, and there were times when I lost a real sense of a plot driving the events. The read began to lag for me, and after getting past the halfway point, I didn't have enough interest to press through to the end.
Nevertheless, I still plan to try a fantasy read by this author sometime.
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Bethany House provided me with a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
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Patrick W. Carr.Since I've been planning for a while to try some fantasy by this author, I was particularly interested when I saw he'd written a Biblical Fiction novel. It's important to note that even with its connection to the magi and the Messiah, this book isn't a "straight shot to the manger" or necessarily a Christmas read. I appreciate where the author begins, tying in familiar and relevant Old Testament figures, and the opening of Myrad's tale is both heart-gripping and intriguing.
While I couldn't help but to develop a soft spot for Myrad as I read, he starts to seem something like the awkward pet of the story, in a sense, and it isn't only on account of his physical condition. The tolerant people around him, male and female alike, are a good deal savvier in their situation than Myrad, as he stumbles into mishaps and foolish decision-making.
Some of the danger feels redundant, the development of a romantic attraction takes an approach I tend to find pretty weird in any story, and there were times when I lost a real sense of a plot driving the events. The read began to lag for me, and after getting past the halfway point, I didn't have enough interest to press through to the end.
Nevertheless, I still plan to try a fantasy read by this author sometime.
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Bethany House provided me with a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
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Physical description
384 p.; 5.5 inches
Pages
384
ISBN
0764234919 / 9780764234910