- Paperback: 428 pages
- Publisher: Word Alive Press (Dec 24 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1897373635
- ISBN-13: 978-1897373637
- Product Dimensions: 14 x 21.6 x 2.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 499 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #271,564 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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You Will Not Be Disappointed, July 7 2010
By Laura Davis "Laura" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Christianus Sum (Paperback)
I always love a book that makes me sigh with pleasure, pat the cover and sit still for a few minutes after the ending to let it continue to wash over me. Christianus Sum by Canadian author Shawn J. Pollett, does just that. A sweeping epic filled with suspense, intrigue and romance.Set in third century Rome, a new emperor has ascended the throne and the peace that Christians have known is suddenly snatched away. All Christians are required to deny Christ and sacrifice to the gods. Senator Julius Valens is caught between his desire to serve Rome and his love for Damarra, his slave and a Christian.While he wins her heart, he must decide whom he will serve - Rome or God.
This beautiful novel left me spellbound. The romance between Damarra and Julius ran parallel to the love Damarra had for her Lord. Who would come first? Who would she serve? Would Julius deny his many gods and serve the Lord to please Damarra, or because he finds the Lord to be the only way and begins to love Him too? The author has taken real people and meshed them with fictional characters, blending the history and drama of this time period to produce a novel that will entertain and enlighten the reader.
This novel comes at a time when persecutions to Christians is increasing around the world. You will be moved by the devotion of the early Christians to the point that when this novel is over, you will sit back after reading the last page and ponder your devotion to the Lord. How devoted are you? How will you stand O Christian when the day of persecution is upon you?
I highly recommend this book, which by the way, won three awards in the Canadian Christian Writing Awards for 2009. You will not be disappointed.
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Start Here Next if You're a Fan of the Mark of the Lion Series, Jan 10 2012
By C. Janes "southernsassygirl" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Christianus Sum (Paperback)
Having been a huge fan of the Mark of the Lion series by Francine Rivers, I had an inkling that Shawn Pollett's debut novel would offer something similar, and I was not mistaken. This book had it all--history, romance, and suspense paired together with unforgettable characters--and I couldn't help but be amazed that it wasn't published by one of the big Christian publishing houses!My biggest takeaway from this book was the suffering of the Early Church. I have read so few books focusing on their martyrs and trials , and this book really helped to open my eyes to the horrible torture that the early believers were victims to. It made me think that it is so easy to give lip service, but it is another thing altogether to be willing to sacrifice your own life for the cause of Christ.
I enjoyed Pollett's debut novel a great deal and now, can't wait to get my hands on the second and third books in the series (yes, there really is more)! He took me on an engaging journey through ancient Rome that left me frustrated once or twice, but ultimately, left me quite satisfied. Take my word for it...if you loved the Mark of the Lion series by Francine Rivers, this is where you need to start next.
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Quid pro quo, Mar 6 2011
By Robert Stermscheg "Richemonte" - Published on Amazon.com
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I was drawn to this book for several reasons. First, the title: Christianus Sum. Knowing a little Latin, this intrigued me, and after having read the book, it fits well. Second, my wife had read the book in the ebook version, and hinted that I should follow suit. The author, Shawn Pollett, takes a dark chapter in Roman history and brings it to life in the context of historical fiction. He depicts the Christians' struggle against a tyrant, a Roman emperor, Decius, by working in several subplots, not the least of which is a love story involving a prominent senator, Julius Valens, and a slave girl, Damarra. The story gains momentum, and where Valens once considered the Christians as an unfortunate and persecuted people, he becomes personally involved to the point that he abandons his long-held views and embraces this radical sect. As my title, quid pro quo, suggests, Roman life and practice was all about gaining favor and outmaneuvering your opponent. Pollett addresses this base premise, contrasting it with the absolutes of the Christian faith.The Roman world in 250 A.D. comes alive with Shawn Pollett's masterful rendering of the period. The use of Latin words adds to the story, often elevating the drama. I liked one line in the earlier part of the book. "Traditional Roman morality, (he said), was an amalgam of those qualities of character which had led Rome from its humble beginnings..."
As a fellow author, I appreciate Pollett's craft and look forward to his sequel. Bravo!
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