Prophet Book Review

Synopsis 

Close your eyes, Ela of Parne. Close your eyes and you will see. 

Ela Roeh of Parne doesn't understand why her beloved Creator, the Infinite, wants her to become His prophet. She's undignified, bad-tempered, and only seventeen-- not to mention no prophet of Parne has ever been a girl. Worst of all, as the elders often warn, if she agrees to become the Infinite's prophet, Ela knows she will die young.

Istgard has turned their back on Me. See the evil they do.

Yet after experiencing His presence, she can't imagine living without Him. Determined to follow the Infinite's voice, Ela accepts the sacred vinewood branch that is sent to bring the Infinite's word to a nation torn apart by war. Here she meets Kien, a young Traceland ambassador determined to bring his own justice for his oppressed people. As they form an unlikely partnership, Ela must surrender to her destiny... and determine how to balance the leading of her heart with the leading of the Infinite.

Will you accept the branch and speak My will? Will you be my prophet?

My Review

This book is part of a three book series called Books of the Infinite. Prophet is the first book in the series. This book is one of the best books I've ever read! I have re-read it numerous times. :) I adore Pet/Scythe and the other "destroyers"! They are huge horses, and they are fiercely protective of their masters. They are called "destroyers" because they destroy gardens and anything that is in their way. Pet/Scythe is hilarious! He is one of my favorite characters. Some people call Pet/Scythe "Pet" and others call him "Scythe".

The Infinite is also one of my favorite characters in the book. The Infinite is the one true God who talks to His people who will listen. It was stunning to see how much the Infinite is like God and how much He loves everyone, even the bad guys. I really admired how many of the characters had a personal relationship with the Infinite. It was wonderful to see how the Infinite works for the good of those who love Him.

Kien Lantec is one of my favorite characters too. (I have a various number of favorite characters from this book) ;) Kien is sometimes funny, and it was awesome to see him learn to trust and follow the Infinite.

Ela is a prophet, and Tzana is Ela's little sister. Tzana is so sweet, and the way she trusts the Infinite is beautiful. I liked how Ela is always concerned for the lost people who don't know the Infinite. Ela's branch from the Infinite was really amazing!

There is an overabundance of things in this book that are similar to the Old Testament.
This book has challenged me and encouraged me in so many ways. I would totally recommend these books to anyone! I give this book 5/5 stars!
R. J. Larson is an amazingly talented author, and you should totally check her books out!

About the author

R. J. Larson is the author of numerous devotionals and is suspected of eating chocolate and potato chips for lunch while writing. She lives in Colorado with her husband and their two sons. The Books of the Infinite series marks her debut in the fantasy genre.