A review by bchristian541
Last Light by Terri Blackstock

challenging hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Planes crash. Cars stall and won't crank back up. Phones and other electronics no longer work. This is the life that the world starts to face. Unknowing forces cause anything that runs with some sort of motor or computer to quit working. Tensions rise, morals are tested, and a murderer is on the loose while families are trying to adjust to their new life.
I didn't know this book was a faith-based book when I got it. The story had some promise. It was an interesting topic but then it starts to cram religion down your throat. Even the parents in the book are forcing religion upon their kids. The story would start to get good and then the next thing you know your slapped in the face with pages upon pages of lectures about religion. I could have looked past it but it was overdone. Most of the characters acted like children. I understand that it is a stressful situation but adults having temper tantrums is too much. The author made it very clear she is against racism but then shows prejudice towards other groups of people such as Muslims and rednecks. She also acted like someone selling adult products is worse than a murderer. If you're into a faith based book with a Bible lesson with some suspense sprinkled throughout look no further. It wasn't my cup of tea and I definitely won't be finishing the series.