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Eli Harpo's Adventure to the Afterlife
by Eric Schlich
I loved this book! I almost gave up in the beginning - I’m not exactly sure why - but something about the ease of reading kept me going. Sooner than later, I was fully immersed in the well-crafted story and the emotional ride, as though I was on Eli’s rollercoaster at Bible World. The character development and family relationships felt authentic and relatable. Although it deals with a lot of heavy topics, it was still light and fun. And relevant - reminding me of the current generation of TikTok kids who are exploited by their parents’ desire for fame and wealth.
The creation vs. evolution debate was very black and white. I wish there had been more acknowledgement of a middle ground, e.g. agnostic and/or non-Evangelical Protestantism focused on inclusivity and social justice rather than personal salvation. The PFLAG meeting in the basement of a Methodist church was a slight nod in that direction.
Overall, Eli Harpo’s Adventure to the Afterlife is a thoughtful and thought-provoking read that would be excellent for a discussion group.
The creation vs. evolution debate was very black and white. I wish there had been more acknowledgement of a middle ground, e.g. agnostic and/or non-Evangelical Protestantism focused on inclusivity and social justice rather than personal salvation. The PFLAG meeting in the basement of a Methodist church was a slight nod in that direction.
Overall, Eli Harpo’s Adventure to the Afterlife is a thoughtful and thought-provoking read that would be excellent for a discussion group.