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Light Under the House
Sarai Ravensbrook has never known power. She has never been in control of anything in her world. She has lived in the shadow of her stepfather and uncle's abuses to both her mind and body. All she has ever wanted was to have what was hers, to control her own destiny. But when a beautiful and mysterious woman comes into her life, Sarai is guided down a strange path....a path that will lead her to a queen from the ancient past, an extraordinary lost relic and to a destiny that is finally her own....or is it? This page-turning story set in the late 1960s during a period of cultural rebellion (with a flashback to Biblical times) shows the power of consequence and the hope of redemption. The past events of this allegoric novel are interwoven within several themes that have insightful parallels to today, taking readers on a gripping and thought-provoking journey.
282 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 30, 2011
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About the author
Aaron L.
3 books8 followersAaron L might be a newcomer to the creation of fiction but is not one when it comes to the arts and all things creative. Growing up in places from Seattle to South Africa, he spent a lot of his time drawing. Aaron always knew that his future lay in a creative field. In 2010, he graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in graphic design. Although the usual application of this degree is in the creation of different types of art and design, Aaron chose instead to focus his creative skills on the task of storytelling. He lives near Chicago, Illinois.
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December 14, 2011
My Opinion:
I enjoyed reading this one. It was fascinating how the author put all this together. The tale was woven in mystery and intrigue. I was captivated by it. I loved learning about the family through the years. The book is just full of suspense, drama and mystery. It is truly a page turner. I felt the underlining meaning of the book was about family and how important they are. This book makes you think about it and you realize just how true that is. It amazes me how time repeats itself in this book yet all in a good way. Evil is evil. The book also surprised me because I never fully knew what was going to happen next. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it highly.
I give Light Under the House by Aaron L. & Donna Dawson 4.5 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed reading this one. It was fascinating how the author put all this together. The tale was woven in mystery and intrigue. I was captivated by it. I loved learning about the family through the years. The book is just full of suspense, drama and mystery. It is truly a page turner. I felt the underlining meaning of the book was about family and how important they are. This book makes you think about it and you realize just how true that is. It amazes me how time repeats itself in this book yet all in a good way. Evil is evil. The book also surprised me because I never fully knew what was going to happen next. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it highly.
I give Light Under the House by Aaron L. & Donna Dawson 4.5 of 5 stars.
December 4, 2011
Warning: graphic scenes
Light Under the House, by Aaron L & Donna Dawson, starts in 841 B.C., Jerusalem. The evil permeating the times feels like God has forsaken the land. But what happens in 841 B.C. reverberates into the life of Nathan Levi and his two sons, in June, 1967, Plano, TX. James, the natural-born son is reckless and irresponsible, but Stephen Quince, the adopted son is responsible and cares for their ailing father. Out of James’ irresponsibility comes the birth of Sarai Ravensbrook, with all the evil ramifications that transpire in her life, and Tanis, who was helped by James’ pregnant girlfriend, Sharon, at the time.
Though in a weakened, deathly state, a phone call comes in and Nathan is aroused to care for a load of artifacts of great value brought in by Otecus. Tanis is after the same load, but is disarmed, injured, and missing. Otecus, Nathan and James are the only ones who know where the artifacts are hidden, and are sworn to secrecy.
Rolling into August, 1981, Dallas, TX, Tanis weasels her presence into the life of Sarai and engages her into evil activity that changes Sarai’s direction for her life, and ultimately relates to 841 B.C.
By May, 2005, Dallas, TX, men have been disappearing by the thousands! A very unusual phenomenon. John Quince and his fiancé have the unfortunate opportunity to ‘meet’ with Sarai and Tanis, with death and mayhem destroying his life.
A world of allegory, fantasy, visions, dreams, and demonic activity permeate throughout the book, with revenge and hatred reigning. All is spurred on by the culminating circumstances of 841 B.C. Though it isn’t a fast read, there are many subplots that ignite your mind and spirit. The descriptive scenarios put your mind and body into high gear. The depth of pain is palpable. The creative scenarios are mind-boggling, yet understandable in aspects that seem too real and yet bizarre.
Themes of faith, love, forgiveness, suffering consequences of choices made, restitution, and reconciliation flow through the book, as well as demon possession, idol worship, and human sacrifices.
I have to admit that this is one of the most creative writings I’ve read. But I don’t believe it’s for the faint of heart. I do believe you need to be aware of demonic activity and be praying as you read. It’s definitely otherworldly, but it is a world that is all too real and it affects what happens here on earth. We just can’t see it most of the time. It’s about the world of good and evil clashing in ways mostly invisible to the naked eye. It will make you get off the fence in regards to believing in God and Satan, and indirectly, God’s Son. Where will you stand?
Light Under the House, by Aaron L & Donna Dawson, starts in 841 B.C., Jerusalem. The evil permeating the times feels like God has forsaken the land. But what happens in 841 B.C. reverberates into the life of Nathan Levi and his two sons, in June, 1967, Plano, TX. James, the natural-born son is reckless and irresponsible, but Stephen Quince, the adopted son is responsible and cares for their ailing father. Out of James’ irresponsibility comes the birth of Sarai Ravensbrook, with all the evil ramifications that transpire in her life, and Tanis, who was helped by James’ pregnant girlfriend, Sharon, at the time.
Though in a weakened, deathly state, a phone call comes in and Nathan is aroused to care for a load of artifacts of great value brought in by Otecus. Tanis is after the same load, but is disarmed, injured, and missing. Otecus, Nathan and James are the only ones who know where the artifacts are hidden, and are sworn to secrecy.
Rolling into August, 1981, Dallas, TX, Tanis weasels her presence into the life of Sarai and engages her into evil activity that changes Sarai’s direction for her life, and ultimately relates to 841 B.C.
By May, 2005, Dallas, TX, men have been disappearing by the thousands! A very unusual phenomenon. John Quince and his fiancé have the unfortunate opportunity to ‘meet’ with Sarai and Tanis, with death and mayhem destroying his life.
A world of allegory, fantasy, visions, dreams, and demonic activity permeate throughout the book, with revenge and hatred reigning. All is spurred on by the culminating circumstances of 841 B.C. Though it isn’t a fast read, there are many subplots that ignite your mind and spirit. The descriptive scenarios put your mind and body into high gear. The depth of pain is palpable. The creative scenarios are mind-boggling, yet understandable in aspects that seem too real and yet bizarre.
Themes of faith, love, forgiveness, suffering consequences of choices made, restitution, and reconciliation flow through the book, as well as demon possession, idol worship, and human sacrifices.
I have to admit that this is one of the most creative writings I’ve read. But I don’t believe it’s for the faint of heart. I do believe you need to be aware of demonic activity and be praying as you read. It’s definitely otherworldly, but it is a world that is all too real and it affects what happens here on earth. We just can’t see it most of the time. It’s about the world of good and evil clashing in ways mostly invisible to the naked eye. It will make you get off the fence in regards to believing in God and Satan, and indirectly, God’s Son. Where will you stand?
December 6, 2011
Light Under the House is the saga of an American family—the Levis, a family of secrets. None greater than the secret of what lies under their house, a secret that could destroy them. A secret that an ancient evil will stop at nothing to uncover. The novel follows the Levi family line for a generation, exploring lives lived in the aftermath of the cultural rebellion of the late 1960's.
I mean bizarre in a good way. This book is full of mystery and suspense, I literally had no idea where this book was going or where it was going to end but that made me enjoy it even more. I enjoyed the balance of history and travelling through the different periods of time across the generations. I foune that the more I read, the more I wanted to read.
I enjoyed reading about the different heads of the Levi family and the different stories that came with them. I loved reading about Sarai and Tanis and seeing how the help offered to Sarai from Tanis soon transformed into something very very different and enjoyed seeing how this developed.
I especially liked the ending and enjoyed seeing John’s realisation and couldn’t help but hope that everything worked out for him.
I mean bizarre in a good way. This book is full of mystery and suspense, I literally had no idea where this book was going or where it was going to end but that made me enjoy it even more. I enjoyed the balance of history and travelling through the different periods of time across the generations. I foune that the more I read, the more I wanted to read.
I enjoyed reading about the different heads of the Levi family and the different stories that came with them. I loved reading about Sarai and Tanis and seeing how the help offered to Sarai from Tanis soon transformed into something very very different and enjoyed seeing how this developed.
I especially liked the ending and enjoyed seeing John’s realisation and couldn’t help but hope that everything worked out for him.
December 19, 2011
This tale was full of mystery and intrigue and it certainly is a page-turner. From the jump you want to know what happens with this family and where their story goes.
There are so many subplots within this book it really does keep your interest as a reader. The reading is heavy, but it is worthwhile. I was very interested in how the author connected the events of the present with the events of the very far back past and he does it effectively.
There are a lot of graphic scenes in this novel and some of which will make even the toughest reader cringe. It is not for the faint of heart but the author does a great job incorporating those scenes into the overall story. I think that this is they type of reading you do to get out of your comfort zone and into something that requires a reader to think, analyze, and predict.
The characters are well-portrayed and well-developed. I think you have to be extremely creative and intelligent to take a novel in this direction for sure.
Add it to your TBR list, but know ahead of time that this isn't a light and airy read...but sometimes we need that, right?
There are so many subplots within this book it really does keep your interest as a reader. The reading is heavy, but it is worthwhile. I was very interested in how the author connected the events of the present with the events of the very far back past and he does it effectively.
There are a lot of graphic scenes in this novel and some of which will make even the toughest reader cringe. It is not for the faint of heart but the author does a great job incorporating those scenes into the overall story. I think that this is they type of reading you do to get out of your comfort zone and into something that requires a reader to think, analyze, and predict.
The characters are well-portrayed and well-developed. I think you have to be extremely creative and intelligent to take a novel in this direction for sure.
Add it to your TBR list, but know ahead of time that this isn't a light and airy read...but sometimes we need that, right?
December 17, 2011
This book is a mind-bending Dark Urban Fantasy with a Christian Twist. The prologue is a bloody massacre that sets the stage for this books theme. Then, unfortunately, the author gives us three chapters of useless information and goes on and on about the main character’s family. I almost quit on this book. I almost set it aside as boring drivel. But I always press myself to the halfway point before giving up, and I did this time as well. The Payoff: a great story. I would almost suggest that the reader skip chapters 1-3 and get to the meat of the story. If you find yourself wanting to give up on the telling of a back story with aimless prose, skip to chapter 4 and thank me later.
Speaking of prose, the author’s riding style is very good. He has a good mastery of language, and can build convincing characters. The story line, being a fantasy is almost unbelievable, but he does a decent job of making it plausible. If you are into dark tales of intrigue, suspense, and conspiracy – pick up this book!
Speaking of prose, the author’s riding style is very good. He has a good mastery of language, and can build convincing characters. The story line, being a fantasy is almost unbelievable, but he does a decent job of making it plausible. If you are into dark tales of intrigue, suspense, and conspiracy – pick up this book!
November 20, 2011
Historical fiction, or non-fiction in some cases, this book has it all. We start with Jezebel and the worship of Baal and idols in early Israel time. History seems to repeat itself through out the story.
You won't be able to put it down, and won't know what is coming next.
Loved some of the symbolism...the Lamb! Also how much evil there is in the World, and it keeps repeating!
The Light under the House is referring to the artifacts that have arrived at the Levi Home! If they fall into the hands of the one who is searching for them it could be the destruction of all.
Loved that more was explained at the end of this book. Enjoy!!
I was provided with a copy of this book by the Publisher Ravensbrook Press, and was not required to give a positive review!
You won't be able to put it down, and won't know what is coming next.
Loved some of the symbolism...the Lamb! Also how much evil there is in the World, and it keeps repeating!
The Light under the House is referring to the artifacts that have arrived at the Levi Home! If they fall into the hands of the one who is searching for them it could be the destruction of all.
Loved that more was explained at the end of this book. Enjoy!!
I was provided with a copy of this book by the Publisher Ravensbrook Press, and was not required to give a positive review!
July 14, 2014
How can a storyline be both dark,mysterious, full of action, and also Christian? That is a question that Light Under The House answers in every page of the book. From the first page to the last word on the last page the action never stopped and made this book hard to put down.
August 6, 2016
There was just too much going on in this book and too many things that didn't make sense, for me to be able to enjoy this book.
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September 9, 2016Love the Tim Burton-esque cover. Like the story line. Looking forward to the read.
April 10, 2012
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