MWSA Review Pending
Author's Synopsis
Descent is about Jesus' resurrection and ascension that preceded the descent of the spirit―an event that purportedly made saints of ordinary men and women. This is the historical setting and the spiritual landscape upon which two outsiders intruded: Flaccus, a Roman Legionnaire and deserter, and Jeshua, a Judean healer and rogue. Both men are wanted by the Roman Empire and both men manage to hide within a community of disciples. While they evade Rome's authority, each man responds to this evolving faith in a dramatically different way.
ISBN/ASIN: 978-1-937907-58-7
Book Format: Soft cover
Review Genre: Fiction—Literary Fiction
Number of Pages: 197
San Francisco Review of Books—“One of the many aspects of Lliteras' writing is the style in which he places words on a page. His dialogue among his characters is set in the usual novel format but each very short chapter stuns, and opens the window for the next. Moving away from his novels about war and Vietnam in particular (and if you have not read them, do!), Descent takes us into the realm of spiritual aspects of Christianity in a manner that places us wholly in the framework of the significance of the concept of the crucifixion and resurrection and ascension and descent of the Holy Spirit in a manner that is revelatory to all people. This is another work by D.S. Lliteras that provokes a stringent “YES!” from the reader. He sees the world as few are able, and shares the meaning of feeling with us. Quite simply, this is a brilliant little novel—especially for those who struggle with the concept of sainthood and how it happens.”
http://www.sanfranciscoreviewofbooks.com/2019/01/book-review-descent-forty-days-after.html
Booklist—“Fans of Lliteras's earlier novels will enjoy the fast pace of Descent and his insistence of portraying ordinary people.”
The VVA Veteran—“Descent is an exciting return to Lliteras' biblical series. In it, Danny Lliteras shows off his skills with military fiction, and the result is another fine, poetic and spiritual novel. You can feel drama and tension on every page. The military language works well to increase the tensions I felt in the pit of the stomach. I recommend this novel to fans of Lliteras’ biblical books and his military books. He has produced another winner.”
Descent by D.S. Lliteras https://vvabooks.wordpress.com/category/fiction/
D.S. Lliteras is the author of fourteen books that have received national and international acclaim. His short stories and poetry have appeared in magazines, journals, and anthologies. He was an FMF Corpsman & Combat Diver in the U.S. Marine Corps, a Diving & Salvage Officer in the U.S. Navy, and a professional Firefighter in the Norfolk (VA) Fire Department.—https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D._S._Lliteras
Ist RECON ASSOCIATION: Descent—Sylables of Rain—Viet Man—Flames and Smoke Visible—In A Warrior's Romance
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Additional Literary Acclaim About D.S. Lliteras:
Best Biblical Novels on Amazon—http://www.junglefind.com/historical-fiction/best-biblical-novels/
The Thieves of Golgotha
“Best Biblical Novel on Amazon.”—Jungle Find 2016
“Startling, surprisingly successful.”—Booklist
“Thought-provoking...Recommended.”—Library Journal
“A sympathetic fictional portrait.”—Publishers Weekly
“A tough, vivid, extraordinary novel.”—Christian Fiction, A Guide to the Genre
Judas the Gentile
“Best Biblical Novel on Amazon.”—Jungle Find 2016
“Top 10 Christian Novel 2000. Subtle, provocative.”—Booklist
“A true work of enduring literature.”—Wisconsin Bookwatch
“So honest and elemental it seems like the truth.”—Christian Fiction, A Guide to the Genre
Jerusalem's Rain
“Great achievement.”—Booklist
“Best Genre Fiction 2003. Outstanding biblical novel.”—Library Journal
“A new look at Peter and his anguish.”—Publishers Weekly
The Silence of John
“Outstanding. Highly recommended.”—Library Journal
“Lliteras sees in women the best humankind has to offer.”—Booklist
“Explores the loyalty and sacrifice of Jesus' female disciples”—Publishers Weekly
The Master of Secrets
“Best Genre Fiction 2007. Mesmerizing story of faith.”—Library Journal
“Lliteras again delivers an imaginary gripping story.”—Publishers Weekly
“Lliteras continues his chronicles of crucifixion...Charming tale.”—Booklist
“Beautifully written. Highly recommended.”—Church Libraries Magazine
“Lliteras answers questions his novel raises with literary skill.”—Presbyterians Today
“Occasionally the text reads like a parable.”—CBS Retailer+Resources
