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It is within this framework that Ms. Higley raises extremely important questions about good and evil, right and wrong The belief in reincarnation, a widespread belief among the world's religions, is also a significant theme in the book , but Ms. Higley does not take a stand one way or the other. One reviewer stated that he believed there is a blatantly Christian message at the heart of the novel and that readers should know this at the outset.
I strongly disagree with this reviewer. The ethical issues raised by "Chasing Babylon" are not the domain of any one religion. They are issues to be faced by all humans with a conscience and Christianity is not the only belief system to address the problem of moral versus immoral behavior, struggling over what is "good" and what is "evil. There are only choices made by people who may or may not be doing what's best for themselves. If there are no wrong actions for you to take, then no one else's actions toward you have been wrong, either. How do you reconcile someone's freedom being upheld at the cost of someone else's freedom being curtailed?
It is tragic that the field of archeology has become a battle between ethical scientists, and criminals who take advantage of poor, struggling people who loot the treasures and sell them so their families can have food to eat. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and have gained an appreciation for Tracy Higley. She has been added to my "favorite authors" list. Jul 15, Sam rated it it was amazing. This was such a surprise!
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This is up there on my list of favorites! I don't know if it's because I had no expectations going in, but this book was awesome! The biggest reason is that it escaped the trap of Christian fiction - making the Christianity preachy or cheesy. This actually pulled off someone's spiritual journey to Christ that didn't seem to be either of these things. The spiritual mentor talked This was such a surprise! The spiritual mentor talked about faith in a very natural and personal way. The plot was as thrilling as any historical mystery that I've read, and the characters were fun and interesting.
Throw in some international intrigue and archeology I heart archeology and this book is a winner. I recently read, and enjoyed, a book similar to this, called The Lost Scrolls. Sort of Christian Indiana Jones type books. This one was similar, graduate student gets embroiled in a chase for Marduk's Table, Marduk being of ancient Babylon and the tablet supposedly having supernatural healing powers.
Lots of good and bad people involved with the tablet, and the graduate student, Emilie Navarro, lands right in the middle. It was ok, not quite as entertaining to me as The Lost Scrolls, but for fre I recently read, and enjoyed, a book similar to this, called The Lost Scrolls. It was ok, not quite as entertaining to me as The Lost Scrolls, but for free, it wasn't bad. I hesitate to give books 2 stars, so I would probably give this one a 2. I'll round up to a 3 to be fair, but it wasn't my favorite of books I've read lately. On to something better! Emilie Nazzaro is sent to Israel to translate a Babylonian tablet that was discovered at an archeological dig.
There are various people plotting to steal the artifact. It is full of surprising twists and turns as some of the people you suspect are the good guys turn out to be the bad guys and vice versa.
Chasing Babylon by Tracy Higley - FictionDB
This is a story of a spiritual journey. Do the old gods have power and is it possible to be reincarnated to be one with the Universe?
Or does the God of Israel hold the answers? This is a story Emilie Nazzaro is sent to Israel to translate a Babylonian tablet that was discovered at an archeological dig. This is a story of learning to trust even through deception.
It is a page turning thriller that leaves the reader guessing to its conclusion. I read this book on my Kindle app under the title "Chasing Babylon. Mar 21, Kindle Kandy rated it it was amazing.
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Though it is identified as inspirational fiction, the book will appeal to non-Christians, as well. Masterfully written, with excellent attention to detail and research, this never gets mired down in its subject, but elevates it. Gorgeous read that moves from Israel to ancient Babylon, wrapped up in a mystery involving an ancient Babylonian god, a tablet, healing powers, and intrigue. Aug 10, Erin rated it liked it Shelves: I could definitely tell this was an early Higley work; it was not as polished or smooth as her recent releases.
The characters were also not as developed and therefore this book took a while to get into.
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Epigrapher Emilie studies an ancient tablet with ties to her family, while three separate people plot to steal it. What are their motivations, and who can Emilie trust? A journey of faith and adventure. Aug 08, Dena rated it really liked it Shelves: This was a fun book to read. Just a fun mystery that hooked in faith and archaelogy. I'd definitely read more by her. Took me awhile to get into it but once the intrigue began, I really wanted to see where it was going.
Especially with the dreams she was having - couldn't figure out where that was going. This was an excellent read. I certainly did not expect to be reading a religious thriller, but a thriller it was. Tracey is quite talented and I am so happy that I chose to read a free book offered by her. I have been reading everything she has written. I have recently bought two or three more of her latest books. Great Job and keep writing!
I enjoy all of Tracey Higley's books. I found myself wondering about the faith aspect of this book but in the end she came through. I really enjoy the historical part of her books also. This book held me to the end and I wasn't sure about any of the characters or what place they held. THis is a book for everyone. Dec 04, Felicity Thornwall rated it it was amazing.
Really really good book. Well researched, amazing setting and plot, and some twists that I did NOT see coming — very unusual for me. Jun 05, Laurinda Wallace rated it really liked it. This was my first T. Higley book and I found it to be a very good read.
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Always fascinated with ancient history, the book did not disappointment and Higley's research into daily life of ancient Egypt gave the characters and plot depth. Ignoring the feeling of impending death, I went on with the caravan. And here I am now.
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Outnumbered, out gunned, and surrounded by the fallen bodies of my previous travel companions. Half naked tribal nut houses shooting with reckless abandon. Fuckin' ambushing sons of bitches At that moment, any other person would've been gripped by fear, but years under the Mojave's unforgiving vice had hardened my emotions. Instead of fear, I felt overcome by a heightened perception of the world around me. The light breeze, the close erratic and unintelligent shouts of the tribals, the heat from the sun on my face, the sweat, the primal urgency of the fight All sound blocked out as my mind finally clicked, the killswitch flipped.
They dropped like flies with each shot. And before long all that was left was the sun, the fallen, and me. Taking what ammo I could find I continued on across the bridge into Zion. Shielding my eyes from the sun, I veiwed the canyon with a scrutinizing glare. If any more of those shits pop up, I'll teach them a thing or two about sharpshooting. The small, fleeting sound of a kicked rock reached my ears.
Whipping the rifle off my back and into my hands I point it at the tribal.