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| Saint (Paradise Series, Book 2) (The Books of History Chronicles) | 
| Author: Ted Dekker
Publisher: Amazon Remainders Account
Category: Book
List Price: $23.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  89 reviews
Sales Rank: 7286
Format: Bargain Price
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 400
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.4 x 1.4
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.6
ASIN: B0012F9WKG
Publication Date: September 30, 2006
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great book - but read Showdown first! August 16, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is another great book from Ted Dekker, but I strongly suggest reading the Circle Trilogy first, and then either the Lost Books series or Showndown (interchangeable second and third), then this book. I'm sure you can figure it out without doing that, but it will make MUCH more sense if you have read those already, especially Showdown.
Something Special July 27, 2008
There was definitely something special about this story, and it stayed with me long after I finished it. I found myself in anguish for Carl and all that he was going through....and holding my breath as he begins to put the pieces together for himself, in a race against time with the villian. I also appreciated the struggle that Carl goes through as he deals with the moral dilema of his training verses his real core values. I think he is one of the strongest heros that Ted Dekker has written, and I look forward to seeing him in future books.
A knockout... July 11, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Dekker delivers a knockout hit with his new mind-blowing tale, Saint.
Welcome to the world of Carl Strople, also known as Saint. A first rate assassin, he trains to efficiently kill. He has endured memory wipes, identity stripping, and grueling tests that push his body and mind to the limit. But then doubts slink unbidden into Carl's mind and he wonders who he really is. He doubts the reality that has been drummed into his brain as a black ops sniper. Can he survive the truth?
As is true of any other Dekker book, little can be told without revealing an interesting plot point. No spoilers here. Just know that you will be taken on a ride that slams you one way, then another until you relinquish your preconceived notions and succumb to the story. And it's not only Carl's story, it's ours.
Story is what Dekker does best. This one will not disappoint. In fact, those who have read Showdown will be jazzed to see the many correlations to Saint. And in the midst of it all, Dekker weaves in a parallel to life that will stalk you until you deal with it. Prepare for your brain to be rocked, your emotions to be squeezed, and your soul to be stirred.
This comes most highly recommended. It is hands down the best novel I read in 2006. Dekker admittedly pushes the envelope with every new novel, but I disagree with those who say his works are too violent or over the top. He deftly deals with weighty themes in original ways. Saint is a must-read.
Can't put it down thriller May 17, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Ted Dekker is one incredible author. So many of his books are so different from each other as if written by someone else. This book is one you can't put down. Never guess the ending. Wow! I have all his fiction and can't get enough.
Great book, but left me with mixed feelings. April 15, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have really enjoyed the writings of Ted Dekker, especially the Circle Trilogy, so I bought the Paradise series (Showdown and Saint). Both books are great, however "Saint" left me with mixed feelings. From the beginning (and through the whole book actually) it seemed too similar to the Jason Bourne trilogy with the whole assassin-with-no-memory plot. However, those who are unfamiliar with the Bourne series most likely will not be bothered by this, as even I who have read all three books soon just ignored it.
Most of the book flowed fairly well. There was plenty to guess about, and Ted keeps you trying to guess it yourself before he tells you. I personally was close in my guesses about the true identities of Carl and the Englishman, however I was not right on either of them. Ted keeps the action going well also with plenty of descriptions of training sessions with Carl and later with chase scenes, however those chase scenes once again reminded me too much of Bourne.
The ending of the book is the main part that left me with mixed feelings. The book built up so much climax that the ending was just too short. In my opinion, Carl found his real identity and power too quickly for the background that had been set up so thoroughly. Also, the final showdown just seemed too simple and Carl avoided it too easily. Also, what was with Englishman's "trump card"? It was referred to so much, then it never seemed to be used. Plus, the one possible instance I can think of it being used was the part that Carl avoided too easily.
Overall, I enjoyed this book, but it had just enough drawbacks that 4 stars is the absolute most I can give it. If you have read the Circle Trilogy and/or Showdown, than I certainly recommend this book. Otherwise, it is your decision. This certaily is not Dekker's best effort, but it is still a pretty good book.
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