Karen kingsbury, new york times bestselling author dane and mandy collins have been a popular magic duo for close to thirty years. New york times bestselling author frank peretti returns to the genre that made him a household name with a stunning thriller about a grieving husband who encounters a teen identical to his dead wifein face, name, and magical skills. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading illusion. Illusion grips the reader from the first page where dane collins loses the love of his life mandy collins, until the last sentence on the last page. After a car wreck tragically claims the life of his wife and magic partner, mandy, dane collins finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician.
Dane is transfixed by the magic he sees, illusions that even he, a seasoned professional. Illusion a stunning new thriller from the father of christian fiction. That was house, the last book he published coauthored with ted dekker before taking his extended writing break. Illusion frank peretti audiobook download christian.
Peretti is perhaps the most recognized name in christian fiction. Illusion by frank peretti a stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen identical to his dead wifein face. He has a way of using fiction to draw our attention to the very real spiritual world around us. Even as dane mourns and tries to rebuild his life without her, mandy, supposedly dead, awakes in the present as the 19yearold she was in 1970.
Click on this books subject categories to see related titles. After graduating from high school, he began playing banjo with a local bluegrass group. Illusion by frank peretti a stunning new thriller from the father of christian. Peretti one thing i discovered as i told fellow reader friends about this book is that most of my friends have heard about frank peretti and already familiar with his work. In usual peretti style, the story gets pretty fastpaced as it approaches the climax. I am a big fan of frank peretti and i have read many of his books including my favorite, the visitation i recently read peretti s newest release illusion which is his first novel in several years. As suggested by its title, illusions plot hinges on that which is contrary to initial perception.
Illusion by frank peretti book cover, description, publication history. Bestselling novelist frank perettis illusion is a love. After a car wreck tragically claims the life of his wife. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Illusion a stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen identical to his dead face, name, and magical skills. Peretti was a natural storyteller who, as a child in seattle, regularly told stories to neighborhood children. After a car wreck tragically claims the life of his wife and magic partner, mandy, dane collins finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician whose illusions even he, a seasoned professional, cannot explain.
Frank perettis illusion supernatural love story from the. Frank peretti builds up an intriguing mythology and keeps the reader guessing for some time. Frank peretti has crafted a rich, rewarding story of love and life, loss and restoration, full of twists and mystery. Frank peretti may be a big name in christian fiction, but illusion is his first novel since 2006s house, which was cowritten with ted dekker. Oct 23, 2012 dane and mandy, a popular magic act for 40 years, are tragically separated by a car wreck that claims mandys life or so everyone thinks. Again, frank peretti has crafted a riveting novel full of twists and mystery. Illusion by frank peretti overview the new york times bestselling author of this present darkness and master storyteller karen kingsbury, new york times bestselling author crafts a stunning thriller about a grieving husband who encounters a mysterious teen identical to his dead wife. Dane ventures into the coffee shop and is transfixed by the magic he sees, illusions that even he, a seasoned professional, cannot explain. Frank peretti kicked open the doors that all of us christian novelists are passing through today. A stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen. But more than anything, he is devastated by this teenager who doesnt know him, is certainly not in love with him, but is in every. The new york times bestselling author of this present darkness and master storyteller karen kingsbury, new york. Reeling from his wifes death, dane reluctantly agrees when a friend.
A book by one of my favorite authors steeped in the world of illusions. Dane ventures into the shop and is transfixed by the illusions that even he, a seasoned professional, cannot explain. They plan to retire, but mandy is killed in a devastating tragedy. Feb 22, 2012 new york times bestselling author, frank peretti, brings you his latest novel. Dane and mandy, a popular magic act for forty years, are tragically separated by a car wreck that claims mandys lifeor so everyone thinks.
Dane and mandy are a popular magic act until mandy is tragically killed. It is well written for the most part, but at 512 pages it drags out a bit. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read illusion. Illusion by frank peretti a stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen. Dane and mandy, a popular magic act for 40 years, are tragically separated by a car wreck that claims mandys life or so everyone thinks. In this case i was approaching sixty myself and reflecting on my love for my wife, barbara, and just what it means to be married and in love for almost forty years. And if youre the type of person who reads the end of the book first to see if youll like it, dont do that with this one. Finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician whose illusions even he, a. Just like all my novels, illusion is a good way to observe where frank peretti was in his life when he wrote it. True to frank peretti s style, illusion is unusual and mysterious. Peretti for a book that is exciting, mysterious, and tastefully written without language that one is embarrassed to hear come out of the kindle 6 people found this helpful. Frank peretti is a hugely successful author, selling millions of books.
Ive read all frank peretti s books now and theyre all different. Now melding the two paragraphs above together, i present to you the latest book release by frank peretti. Mandy wakes, but now she is 19 and think she is in the future. Frank peretti may just be the master storyteller of our timeusing modern metaphors and fresh images, this remarkable writer helps us visualize the unseen world in ways we never quite pictured before. His novels stay with you a lifetime, drawing you closer to god and the truth in his word. Illusion by frank peretti 2012, hardcover for sale. Oct 01, 2012 frank peretti builds up an intriguing mythology and keeps the reader guessing for some time. In a world of fiction often full of recycled ideas, its always a pleasure to encounter a story thats truly unique. After a car wreck tragically claims the life of his wife and magic partner, mandy, dane collins finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician whose illusions. Bestselling frank perettis illusion is a love note to his wife of 40 years if i can awaken peoples admiration for the joy and sanctity of marriage, then i have accomplished my purpose. In a world where nothing is as it seems, anything is possible.
His stories are modern day classics and i cant wait to see the impact illusion has on readers. If youre looking for the perfect present for a book lover, illusion is a powerful love story with a distinct supernatural twist that will entertain and ignite supernatural discussion. Read illusion by frank peretti for free with a 30 day free trial. Illusion by frank peretti overdrive rakuten overdrive. Prior to illusion, id only read one book by frank peretti. This book was different than any other peretti book i have read. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Exceptionally well written, illusion will soon prove another peretti classic.
Illusion ebook by frank peretti author 162,7 words. In the past friends have tried to convince me, numerous times, to read more of frank s books, but ive just never had the time, even though ive owned several of his books. Illusion is a rich, rewarding novel that transcends time and space to discover what death and life really mean. Bestselling frank peretti s illusion is a love note to his wife of 40 years if i can awaken peoples admiration for the joy and sanctity of marriage, then i have accomplished my purpose. The suggested questions are intended to help your reading group find new and interesting angles and topics for your discussion. New york times bestselling author frank peretti returns to the genre that made him a household name with a rich, rewarding mystery that is destined to become a classic. Frank peretti manages to capture originality in his new novel, illusion, in bookstores march 6th. A stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen identical to his dead wifein face, name, and. Mar 08, 2012 frank peretti has crafted a rich, rewarding story of love and life, loss and restoration, full of twists and mystery. New york times bestselling author, frank peretti, brings you his latest novel. Frank peretti has a way of developing a story line that is fascinating and supernatural, but he always brings in spiritual truth thank you mr.
The new york times bestselling author of this present darkness and master storyteller karen kingsbury, new york times bestselling author crafts a stunning thriller about a grieving husband who encounters a mysterious teen identical to his dead wife. Sometimes things seem to be illusions but it is real, and sometimes things seem real but it is illusions. Hoping to discover an exciting new talent, dane ventures into the coffee shop and is transfixed by the magic he sees, illusions that even he, a. They begin a furtive relationship as mentor and protigie, but as dane tries to figure out who mandy really is, and she to understand why she is mysteriously drawn to him, she is being watched by those who not only possess all the answers but who also have the power to decide her fate. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases. The characters are well rounded and feel like friends by the end of the book. August 5, 2016 by donna admin feyen leave a comment. Illusions deals with magic and the space time continuum. A stunning new thriller from the father of christian fictiona grieving husband encounters a teen identical to his dead wifein face, name, and magical. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Christian novelist frank peretti, author of this present darkness, piercing the darkness and many others, writes about the fascinating blend of physics, enduring love, time travel and faith in illusion, his first book in seven years for 40 years, dane and mandy collins shared a deep love as well as a magic actuntil mandy was killed in a car crash. Illusion is the title of the book, and it is so appropriate. Illusion book by frank peretti official publisher page. Illusion by frank peretti 2012, hardcover for sale online.
Illusiona stunning new thriller from the father of christian fiction. Peretti was born in southern alberta, canada, but raised in seattle, washington for most of his life. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Frank perettis newest novel illusion three different. Trust me, youll like the book you might even love it, and knowing the end before you read the rest will take all the tension and excitement out of the story. Some novelists resist allegory, but peretti monster embraces it. Karen kingsbury, new york times bestselling author. Dane collins finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician whose illusions even he, a seasoned professional. Oct 23, 2012 illusion by frank peretti, 9781451678932, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Dane collins finds himself in a quaint coffee shop transfixed by a magician whose illusions even he, a seasoned professional, cannot explain. Get the audiobook download of illusion by frank peretti for free when you sign up for a 30day trial membership. He is transfixed by the magic he sees, illusions that even he, a seasoned. Illusion book by frank peretti official publisher page simon.
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