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A Parallel Time & Place: A Story of a Modern Nation Running in Sync with a Biblical Land in an Alternate Reality (Stand in the Gap Trilogy - Vol. 1)

5 Star Review



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Editorial Book Review:

By Marcos Buttler


This book weaves together history, faith, and a different world in a very complicated way. It finds a lot of parallels between a place in the Bible and a country today that is at a moral and spiritual crossroads. The story goes on to show how the rise and fall of one society can be linked to the rise and fall of a culture from a long time ago.  This shows that history does repeat itself in many ways. The thing that really impressed me was how well the author mixed historical details with an interesting, thought-provoking story. This made events that happened a long time ago feel current and important.


The storytelling is immersive, depicting a world in which the past and present coexist, allowing readers to see firsthand the effects of individual and national decisions. The writing is rich and atmospheric, with a sense of wisdom that causes one to pause and contemplate. The themes of faith, redemption, and the importance of staying true to moral and spiritual principles resonate deeply, regardless of one’s beliefs.


One of the book’s greatest strengths is its ability to take historical and biblical references and infuse them with a fresh, modern perspective. The story gives life to history, therefore transforming it into a prism through which we may view the modern world. It does not only tell it. It asks readers to examine historical lessons and how they could be relevant to political environments, modern events, and personal choices.


What I loved most was the way the book encourages introspection. The author has a way of posing questions that linger long after the final page. Are we doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past? Can a nation course-correct before it’s too late? And how much each person shapes the destiny of a civilization? These questions are deftly weaved throughout the narrative, so transforming it from a story to an invitation to closer examination.


This is the kind of book that stays with you, not just because of its gripping storyline but because of the wisdom it imparts. It’s an ambitious and meaningful read, perfect for those who enjoy stories that challenge perspectives while offering an engaging and rewarding experience.


About the Author

N. E. Kurz


N. E. Kurz graduated from American Christian College, Oklahoma City, with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies. Kurz wrote A Parallel Time & Place, the first book of her Stand in the Gap Series, as a Christian Fantasy to appeal to a wide audience of fiction enthusiasts of all ages and genders. She is the author of three other books and lives with her husband in Southwest Missouri.



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