The Forgiven

2. THE FORGIVEN is a Supernatural Adventure After enduring so much at an earlier time, Anak is determined to keep the City of Hope free from Lucifer's attempt to take over. Unfortunately, the demons have the upper hand, and Anak, along with his friends, finds themselves held captive in hell, and tempted beyond what he can endure. Meanwhile, the angel Miriam and her companions manage to escape from captivity. Determined to help free Anak, it seems their quest is hopeless. Miriam sends the other women home and stays in the forest, praying and waiting for a response from Lord Adonai. However, the answer she receives is not quite what she expects. Shortly thereafter, having requested Adonai's help, Miriam finds herself in hell; it's her turn to be tempted, but will she overcome? But when Lucifer himself is tempted in ways he never thought possible, an. astonishing event occurs that everyone thought was impossible. Who's the tempter now and who will endure? **Reviewers Comments** The Forgiven is a work of fiction in the fantasy, theological adventure subgenres, penned by author Brandy Marks. Using Christian themes and theology as its basis, the battle between Earth and Hell goes on between angels and demons. Author Brandy Marks offers a lot for readers to take in throughout the pacy plot of this exciting and dramatic tale. Borrowing from the religious doctrine, she develops a dark and chilling vision of Hell that seems to offer little in the way of redemption, yet (something does change) bringing a surprising twist. I really enjoyed the dialogue and the way it uniquely characterizes each of the antagonistic forces, and the psychological journey of certain characters with unexpected striking plot twists that gave the novel another level of intrigue. Overall, readers seeking a drama where genuinely surprising twists and chilling suspense reign supreme need look no further to satisfy all their theological fantasy needs.