Customer Reviews

Black Storm Rising

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Wow, I have never read a self published book before, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was not at all disappointed! This book is beautifully creative, with worlds, lifeforms, humanoids, and other creatures in a sci-fi realm. It took me a little longer to read this book than others, but it was a gripping story with action and turns in every chapter.

I enjoyed the off-planet venue of this story. I like sci-fi and I like creativity, but the best thing about this book is definately the Chistian message. This author proves that you can have a well-developed story, with make-believe characters and places, and still ingrain a good Gospel message with it.

As I understand it, this book is the first of a Trilogy. I expected it to end on more of a cliff-hanger, but it did not. It was a finished and completed story, which left a few ends open for a sequal, but it did not leave me hanging. I was happy.

I would recommend this book to anyone with an imagination, both Christian and Non-Christian alike. I am looking VERY forward to the next one! Great job, Shane!

It was about time for a book of this caliber to be offered.
I took great pleasure in reading a well written book by a Christian and actually understood how the story line developed and made since too me. I thank the author for having not only an outstanding imagination but also keeping with sound Christian believes in developing the story. It was refreshing to see no demonic charters were needed or some outrageous story line to capture your attention. I am looking forward to this author's next book.

Black Storm Rising is an awesomely inventive story. It had everything and more that I enjoy in the sci-fi/fantasy genre; different worlds, advanced technology, elves, dwarves, and the battle between Good and Evil. What put it over the top for me was that the Good side consisted of servants of Christ and the battle was the Lord's. I so appreciated the inclusion of the spiritual realm in this novel. I count Stephen R. Lawhead, Terry Brooks and Stephen R. Donaldson as the authors of some of my favorite books in this style of writing and now include D. Shane Burton to the list. I eagerly await Book Two in this series.

It is glorious to see a good Chriatian science fiction story that doesn't water down its content with ecumenical babbling. The story is a wild mix of science fiction and fantasy elements that is far from boring or predictable. There is a multitude of diverse characters in the book as well as a host of creative worlds, devices, and ancient relics. If you are a fan of uncompromising Christian text, crazy plot twists, and imaginative scenarios, then this book is for you. I highly recommend it. Peace out & God bless.

I am a avid reader (of all genres), and I will say that this is an excellent first novel. Those of you who like "Lord of the Isles" by David Drake or the detail of a Tom Clancy novel will appreciate this book. If you are searching for reading material with a strong message that does not waiver, or succumb to "current events" then I suggest this book. The message: "Jesus is our Savior" is unequivocal throughout the book.

My congratulations to the author and I am definitely looking forward to book two. Great Job Shane!