Nov. 17, 2008 - The Missing Link: Found! By Felice and Christine Gerlitz -- Review
Book Review by Amy Blevins
The Missing Link: Found!
By Christina and Felice Gerwitz
What's Included: This 208 page paperback book is action-packed Christian fiction for young teens with a strong Creation Science message at a cost of $8.49 from Media Angels.
What I like: This novel for preteens and young teens is exciting and action-oriented. I love the fact that this book is written by a homeschooled teen -- for teens. I love the fact that Christina and her Mom Felice presented a Christian world view; and outlined several key arguments for Creation and against Evolution. I love the fact that the main characters are two teenage children and their father; all of whom are Christians, pray frequently together, have a heart for the lost, and work together as a team to solve problems and get out danger. I am so glad I don't find any hints of the romance, dating, or pre-teen social strata typical of this genre.
What I don't like: {spoiler} Personally, I am not a big fan of guns, explosions, chases, or suspense... or gross skeletons. But that doesn't mean this book is not perfect for my children! That's just me. I leave the room during suspenseful scenes in the movie Beauty and the Beast! My son is only seven, but I suspect he will love this book in a couple years. Action adventure is right up his alley!
What's My Bottom Line: The Missing Link: Found fills an important gap in the preteen/teen adventure genre. To my knowledge, this is the only book that includes a homeschool family as the main characters and presents a Christian worldview. Whether you have voracious readers who need more Christian options, action-oriented boys who struggle to read, or a science loving family, I would certainly buy this book, and have it ready on my shelf. I am really excited to find another source of quality Christian literature for my children.
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