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A Canticle for LeibowitzA Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter M. Miller Jr.
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Amazing. Horrifying look at a post-apocalyptic world. Read for yourself! One of the best books I'll ever read.
Father Elijah: An ApocalypseFather Elijah: An Apocalypse by Michael D. O'Brien
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Reads like a fast paced suspense novel - loaded with theology and warnings of the future. Scary, yet inspiring. Michael D O'Brien is very talented.
The Mystery of ThingsThe Mystery of Things by Debra Murphy
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Beautiful! I sure hope Debra continues this "cycle". Like nothing I'd read before - very real characters with loads of Shakespeare and Catholic teachings. Also incredibly suspenseful and mysterious!
Strangers and Sojourners (Children of the Last Days) (v. 1)Strangers and Sojourners (Children of the Last Days) (v. 1) by Michael D. O'Brien
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First of three-part series. S&S introduces us to a family at the turn of the century in remote British Columbia. An unlikely couple who experience joy and heartbreak. Filled with deep questioning of faith and God's plan for all of us.
Plague Journal (Children of the Last Days)Plague Journal (Children of the Last Days) by Michael O'Brien
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Part 2. Continues the journey and struggles of the Delaney's. A fast paced segway to an epic ending
Eclipse of the SunEclipse of the Sun by Michael D. O'Brien
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The Final. A warning so real. Scary glimpse at what could be the death of the West. 1984-esque. Wonderful trilogy.
The Pilgrimage (Plus)The Pilgrimage (Plus) by Paulo Coelho
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Journey to find meaning and ourselves. Coelho has many great reads - this was my personal favorite.
Conceived Without SinConceived Without Sin by Bud Macfarlane Jr.
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Part one of two - fun read and face paced! Great characters who "keep each other in check" in regards to faith. An inspiration to me
House of GoldHouse of Gold by Bud Macfarlane Jr.
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Part 2/2 - Buzz's journey to the promised land. Love this book!
Pierced By A SwordPierced By A Sword by Bud MacFarlane Jr.
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Similar to his other books - very entertaining and inspiring.
The Complete Father Brown (Father Brown Mystery)The Complete Father Brown (Father Brown Mystery) by Gilbert Keith Chesterton
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Catholic Sherlock Holmes! Fun!
The Screwtape LettersThe Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
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Letters between demons who plot against man. genius!
The Diary of a Country Priest: A NovelThe Diary of a Country Priest: A Novel by Georges Bernanos
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Tale of a small town priest and everyday life. Simple yet very powerful.
Mariette in EcstasyMariette in Ecstasy by Ron Hansen
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You decide. Is she a living saint - or a brilliant fraud?
The Violent Bear It Away: A NovelThe Violent Bear It Away: A Novel by Flannery O'Connor
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Well written!
Dominion I: SeedDominion I: Seed by Compasse
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Part 1 (7 in series) Apocalyptic Epic. So far very interesting
Dominion II: PhoenixDominion II: Phoenix by Compasse
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Part 2 - worth continuing - nice development