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wmmcmanlypants's review against another edition
2.0
3.5*? I feel bad not finishing this, but considering that I've read so many books this year and this has taken me a month... Life's too short for books you don't love. This book is good, not great. It feels like it's written as a movie pitch and not a craft of fiction, which is unfortunate. It maybe has too many characters as Jagger was the only one we got to know, but his son was the only one I cared about (even though I know some things he said would never be said by a kid). The biblical aspect was cool, but wasn't really thought provoking (could've been with deeper writing). I still definitely recommend the Dreamhouse series as I think that's Liparulo's best still.
dandelionking's review against another edition
5.0
The 13th Tribe by Robert Liparulo started intriguing, action packed, but in a way almost slow. The whole book itself is riveting but the second half is where the REAL actions starts. Here is the synopsis:
"Immortals from the time of Moses roam the earth on a quest for justice . . . and heaven.
One man stands in their way.
In 1476 BC, the Israelites turned their backs on the One True God by worshipping a golden calf. For their transgression, forty were cursed to walk the earth forever. Banished from their people, they formed their own tribe, The 13th Tribe.
Now, three and a half millennia later, the remnant of this Tribe continues to seek redemption through vigilante justice-goaded by dark forces in the spiritual realm. They are planning a bold strike modeled on the Israelites' conquest of Canaan: the complete destruction of a major city-only now, they possess the horrific technology of modern weapons to ensure their success.
Jagger Baird is a husband and father…and security guard of an archaeological dig at the base of Mount Siani. Jagger suddenly finds himself in a fight for the future as he discovers the Tribe's plans. But to win this fight, he must overcome his own struggles with faith and self-worth - as well as his anger at God for a past tragedy.
This taut thriller by acclaimed novelist Robert Liparulo fuses tomorrow's technology with faith and non-stop action for a supernatural suspense novel unlike any other."
The last sentence is sooooo very true for this thriller. The premise is unique, has a touch of the Homelander TV series, but is very fresh. The character development is phenomenal. I found all the characters easy to empathize with (even the villains). I couldn't help but love and hate the main character, his irritating points made him more real for me.
The end sold me. I love an ending with a crazy twist that satisfies you and takes you to place you have never been. This book does this. Totally read it.
"Immortals from the time of Moses roam the earth on a quest for justice . . . and heaven.
One man stands in their way.
In 1476 BC, the Israelites turned their backs on the One True God by worshipping a golden calf. For their transgression, forty were cursed to walk the earth forever. Banished from their people, they formed their own tribe, The 13th Tribe.
Now, three and a half millennia later, the remnant of this Tribe continues to seek redemption through vigilante justice-goaded by dark forces in the spiritual realm. They are planning a bold strike modeled on the Israelites' conquest of Canaan: the complete destruction of a major city-only now, they possess the horrific technology of modern weapons to ensure their success.
Jagger Baird is a husband and father…and security guard of an archaeological dig at the base of Mount Siani. Jagger suddenly finds himself in a fight for the future as he discovers the Tribe's plans. But to win this fight, he must overcome his own struggles with faith and self-worth - as well as his anger at God for a past tragedy.
This taut thriller by acclaimed novelist Robert Liparulo fuses tomorrow's technology with faith and non-stop action for a supernatural suspense novel unlike any other."
The last sentence is sooooo very true for this thriller. The premise is unique, has a touch of the Homelander TV series, but is very fresh. The character development is phenomenal. I found all the characters easy to empathize with (even the villains). I couldn't help but love and hate the main character, his irritating points made him more real for me.
The end sold me. I love an ending with a crazy twist that satisfies you and takes you to place you have never been. This book does this. Totally read it.
christygsp's review against another edition
slow-paced
3.0
Mixed feelings.
Concept is great, characters are interesting and explored some very interesting theological concepts.
The book had too much gore for me, too many lengthy and uninteresting info dumping and descriptions. The ending seemed like an easy grab, and also out of the blue.
Overall it felt like it had a lot of promise but I wasn’t a fan of the follow through.
Concept is great, characters are interesting and explored some very interesting theological concepts.
The book had too much gore for me, too many lengthy and uninteresting info dumping and descriptions. The ending seemed like an easy grab, and also out of the blue.
Overall it felt like it had a lot of promise but I wasn’t a fan of the follow through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Violence
asphaltcowgrrl's review against another edition
4.0
When a group of immortal sinners takes their idea of retribution too far, it’s up to one man to stop them before they cross the line. But can Jagger Baird save both his family and the rest of the world? If he can find the strength to have a little faith, he just might.
The 13th Tribe was an intense and emotional rollercoaster of a novel. You slowly get to know each of the opposing sides, learning about them and just when you think you understand them a little, you’re blindsided by something you didn’t see coming. This novel does present an interesting question however, when does doing right for the good of all become doing wrong? It’s a fine line and sometimes lines get crossed in the heat of battle, so to speak.
In addition to being a thrilling adventure, The 13th Tribe poses a lot of questions we don’t often stop and consider. I really enjoy a book that not only entertains me but also leaves me thinking long after I’ve finished it. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys a thrilling mystery.
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The 13th Tribe was an intense and emotional rollercoaster of a novel. You slowly get to know each of the opposing sides, learning about them and just when you think you understand them a little, you’re blindsided by something you didn’t see coming. This novel does present an interesting question however, when does doing right for the good of all become doing wrong? It’s a fine line and sometimes lines get crossed in the heat of battle, so to speak.
In addition to being a thrilling adventure, The 13th Tribe poses a lot of questions we don’t often stop and consider. I really enjoy a book that not only entertains me but also leaves me thinking long after I’ve finished it. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys a thrilling mystery.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com
betanine's review
5.0
Off the new fiction I've looked forward to this summer, this book was toward the bottom of the list as Robert Liparulo's last two adult thrillers didn't thrill me as much as his first two. However, I found that it is the novel that has drawn me in most. I especially liked the father/son interaction in this book. It felt real and natural. I like that Dad can be both masculine and loving. The story moves at a good pace and kept me engaged all the way through.
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