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A review by xephtastic
Child of the Kaites (The Firstborn's Legacy, #1) by Beth Wangler
4.0
Child of the Kaites is an imaginative fantasy retelling of the Exodus. Those familiar with the tale will find it easy to draw comparisons, but will also be delighted by the author's creative changes, which bring a fresh twist to the classic story of Moses. Perhaps the most obvious distinction is that this story follows a young woman named Raiba, and her journey to embrace what God has called her to be. This book combines two things that I love in a way that I thoroughly enjoyed - it's wonderful to find Christian fiction set in a fantasy world, where the fantastical elements don't diminish the truth, but rather compliment it and allow it to be accessible in a fresh new way.
Wangler takes you on an emotional journey over the sea, trekking through the harsh, dry desert, and soaring across the sky. The story is well-paced and the characters face many perils throughout their journey. The fast-paced battles juxtapose nicely with quieter scenes where the characters confront (or attempt to bury) their emotions, and try to find the strength they need to persevere. I found, in these gentle moments, the humanity of the characters really shone through.
What I love most about this book is that the central idea, the central truth, remains consistent through the entire story: that God always has a plan, that He loves all of His children, and He keeps His promises.
This story is definitely worth a read, and I will continue reading this series, looking forward to what will come next!
Wangler takes you on an emotional journey over the sea, trekking through the harsh, dry desert, and soaring across the sky. The story is well-paced and the characters face many perils throughout their journey. The fast-paced battles juxtapose nicely with quieter scenes where the characters confront (or attempt to bury) their emotions, and try to find the strength they need to persevere. I found, in these gentle moments, the humanity of the characters really shone through.
What I love most about this book is that the central idea, the central truth, remains consistent through the entire story: that God always has a plan, that He loves all of His children, and He keeps His promises.
This story is definitely worth a read, and I will continue reading this series, looking forward to what will come next!