David Galloway can’t die. How many lifetimes can God expect one man to live? Over a century old, David Galloway isolates himself from the mortal humans who die or desert him by making a quiet life as a used bookstore owner in Northern Michigan. But then he spots a news article about a man who, like him, should be dead. Daredevil celebrity Zachary Wilson walked away unscathed from what should … unscathed from what should have been a deadly fall. David tracks the man down, needing answers. Soon David discovers a close-knit group of individuals as old as he is who offer the sort of kinship and community he hasn’t experienced for decades–but at what cost?
David finds himself keeping secrets other than his own. . .protecting more than himself alone. He’ll have to decide what’s worth the most to him–security or community. When crimes come to light that are older than any mortal, he fears the pressure is more than he can stand. What does God require of him, and is David strong enough to see it through?
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Loved this book
Loved the importance of connecting to other humans and staying connected
An unusual plot but very interesting
This was not what I was expecting, but it was very good. Wonder if it would make a good movie? I remember a TV series once called New Amsterdam, it lasted only part of a season but I was hooked. The main character, like these don’t age, and these characters (more than one – unlike the TV series) had to move frequently as they didn’t age unlike the “mortals.”
It was okay but seemed depressing.
Very hard to put it down
It was an original Christian book. The characters were well done. I’d love to read a series about them. Totally fiction, but challenging. Christianity was well written into the plot.
Ethis book has a very unusual theme. Makes you stop and think “what if?”
Loved it
This is a very original book. A little unsettling; a little bizarre. I’d like to know more, but there was no mention of a sequel, so not sure if this is just the end? Thought
provoking.
I do enjoy syfy and I’m a devote Christian so it makes sense that I would enjoy this book. The development of the love interests was a bit weak but the development of the main character was great.
This book is actually believable. I love way out books that could happen.
I never like books that are continued, though I understand why this one is. I did feel close sure to some degree. You may be able to enjoy it as a stand alone.
Not my favorite. Felt unfinished at the end.
I really enjoyed it. This is one of those books you find yourself thinking about days later.
I enjoyed this book for a couple of reasons…I have often wondered it the Apostle John was still around waiting for Christs return, what would he tink about the people of today…the next reason was wondering how he would fit in with the way the world is now. Immortality may not be so great after all.
Very intriguing. Makes you wonder
Great book!! I loved it
Amanda Stevens keeps you turning pages in order to understand the premise of this novel. The main character has been injected with a serum which has kept him young for more than a century. He interacts with others who share a similar fate as well as “mortals”. The characters are compelling. It truly makes you consider your own mortality and the role that God plays in the scenario is interesting.
I would consider reading one more of Ms Stevens’ novels to see if this style is something she embraces throughout her writing.
Looked forward to this book but it dragged on too much and I lost the enjoyment, even though the author seemed to have some talent. Almost didn’t finish.
A fooler about immortality. This tale reveals itself a bit more in each chapter. Just as you think the story has concluded, a new segment adds interest.
I just couldn’t put it down. It was different,and I read prolifically.