She won a christy award for her critically acclaimed debut novel, the choosing, which was followed by two more books in the seer series. See more ideas about first novel, book worms and ross marquand. Rachelle dekker talks about the choosing a seer novel. She is the eldest daughter of new york times bestselling author, ted dekker.
Rachelle dekker the choosing read and download epub, pdf. But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing forher. Buy the paperback book the choosing by rachelle dekker at indigo. She graduated with a degree in communications and spent several years in marketing and corporate recruiting before making the transition to write full time. The choosing by rachelle dekker literature approved. Tosca lee whatever expectations you have of debut author, rachelle dekker, go ahead and put them aside. Jun 11, 2015 like all citizens since the ruining, carrington hale knows the importance of this day. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. In this mindbending thriller, fatherdaughter writing team ted dekker and rachelle dekker triumph in their faultlessly structured and deconstructed world of religious extremism. A wide range of christian bibles, books, music, movies, and gifts available on sale at.
Apr 12, 2015 this feature is not available right now. Publishers weekly a stunning debut, masterfully written and filled with deep questions of the spirit. The choosing by rachelle dekker audiobook download. The choosing a seer novel book 1 kindle edition by dekker, rachelle. We follow carrington hale a woman raised in a society where a womans worth is based on being chosen as a bride. Apr 01, 2016 the choosing by rachelle dekker had caught my eye for quite awhile now and i finally picked it up on our weekend getaway. The choosing by rachelle dekker is an intriguing and spellbinding novel that is the first in her seer novel series. Rachelle graduated with a degree in communications and spent. Of dystopian genre, the story grips the reader right from the beginning and is edge of the seat to the end. His advice and example have been extremely helpful, but the pressure to live up to his success can be prettymore i think probably a little of both. Description like all citizens since the ruining, carrington. Her characters are believable even when they are not likeable.
In fact, im pretty sure all of the dystopian fiction books i have read has been because my best friend recommended them. The choosing is an exceptionally well written novel. Dystopian, ya not to be chosen would yield a cruel fate of my own making. Rachelle dekker books list of books by author rachelle. Rachelle dekker is the oldest of ted dekker s children, and her writing style demonstrates a similar flair to his novels but with her own unique twists. The choosing was a smooth, easy read that at times felt like a cassandra clare novel but at other times, felt like dekkers fathers influence drenched the pages not a bad thing. Rachelle dekker s debut novel, the choosing, is powerful. Mar 16, 2016 many readers will and probably have picked this book up simply because the author rachelle dekker is the daughter of bestselling author ted dekker, however, the choosing. The debut novel from the daughter of thrillerfantasy novelist ted dekker introduces a 23rdcentury dystopia run according to a patchwork of holy writs from the past known as veritas. His advice and example have been extremely helpful, but the pressure to. Choosing, the by rachelle dekker, 9781496402240, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The choosing by rachelle dekker by kasey giard july 14, 2016 7. Rachelle dekker writes with confidence and authority in her debut novel.
Ripped from her family, shell spend her days serving as a lint, the lowest level of society. Ripped from her family, shell spend her days serving a. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Choose a location to save the file, then click the save button. May 05, 2015 the choosing by rachelle dekker date read. Ripped from her family, shell spend her days serving. May 19, 2015 choosing, the by rachelle dekker, 9781496402240, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. However, once i started reading, it did not take me long to realize that rachelle dekkers talent speaks for itself.
But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing forher choosing ceremonywould end in. Like all citizens since the ruining, carrington hale knows the importance of this day. The oldest daughter of new york times bestselling author ted dekker, rachelle was inspired early on to discover truth through the avenue of storytelling. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the choosing a seer novel book 1. When carrington is not chosen, her dreams are crushed. May 19, 2015 listen to choosing audiobook by rachelle dekker. His advice and example have been extremely helpful, but the pressure to live up to his success can be pretty hindering at times. Looking at pictures of rachelle dekker, it is difficult to believe she could know anything about having a low selfworth but if she never experienced it, she clearly did her research. The only issue i have is that see uses some story ideas which seem to mimic her father ted. The oldest daughter of new york times bestselling author ted dekker, rachelle dekker was inspired early on to discover truth through storytelling. Like ted dekker, rachelles father, this is a first book in what as called the seer series all books within it i will buy.
Rachelle dekker is the christy awardwinning author of the choosing, the calling, and the returning in the seer series. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In a futuristic world with authoritarian leaders, chosen people and those relegated to menial places in society, love, hate, truth and lies, the choosing is full of action and. Rachelle graduated with a degree in communications and spent several. She knows its her duty to follow the true way of the authority. She writes full time from her home in nashville, where she lives with her husband, daniel, and their diva cat blair. The choosing by rachelle dekker i sometimes wonder when i hear of a novel written by the child of a famous author. Select the save target as, save link as, or download linked file as option on the popup menu. The choosing is an action packed novel set in a world where a womans worth comes from being chosen to be a. This collection combines three of rachelle deckkers dystopian novels into one volume for a great value.
But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing for her choosing ceremony to end in disaster. Rachelle, daughter to bestselling author, ted dekker, is carving out a space of her own. Since i have all of ted dekkers books i can see this. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing forher choosing ceremonywould end in disaster. See all books authored by rachelle dekker, including the choosing, and the calling, and more on. Rachelle dekker born june 6, 1986 is the author of several novels, including the christy award winning, dystopian, fantasy novel the choosing, the first novel in the seer book series.
The deranged male antagonist, who thinks he is holy and his actions are what god has called him to do is a prime example. I have read several of her fathers books ted dekker and i have loved them, but rachelle dekker brings something new to the table. But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing forher choosing ceremonyto end in. May 27, 2015 i give the choosing 5 out of 5 hearts for keeping me reading late into the night and for being so awesome i may just have to read it again. Jun 03, 2015 the authors father is tedd dekker, and ill be honest when i say that his books scare the living daylights out of me and ive had horrible nightmares from reading just an article he wrote. It kept my attention and i had it read in two days. It was a great book, it left me looking forward to the next one and more by rachelle dekker. The choosing is one of those books that will grab hold of you and refuse to let you go until its finished with you and the main focus of the story is something that i have had difficulty with all my life. Description like all citizens since the ruining, carrington hale knows the importance of this day.
The choosing by rachelle dekker had caught my eye for quite awhile now and i finally picked it up on our weekend getaway. Rachelle dekker the calling i have enjoyed both the books i have read by rachelle and am enjoying them almost as much as i enjoy her dads work. The choosing by rachelle dekker the story sanctuary. Rachelle dekkers debut novel, the choosing, is powerful. The oldest daughter of new york times bestselling author ted dekker, rachelle dekker was inspired early on to discover truth through the avenue of storytelling. A very clever weaving in of the gospel in a futuristic fiction story. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. But she never expected the moment shed spent a lifetime preparing forher choosing ceremonyto end in disaster. Ill admit that what first drew my attention to rachelle dekkers debut novel, the choosing, was her familial connection to ted dekker, whose books i have loved for many, many years.
The choosing a seer novel book 1 kindle edition by. Jan 29, 2017 a board dedicated to my first novel, the choosing, out may 19th. The authors father is tedd dekker, and ill be honest when i say that his books scare the living daylights out of me and ive had horrible nightmares from reading just an article he wrote. The choosing was a smooth, easy read that at times felt like a cassandra clare novel but at other times, felt like dekker s fathers influence drenched the pages not a bad thing. The choosing is a fastpaced thriller that keeps readers in awe to the very end. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Buy a cheap copy of the choosing book by rachelle dekker. May 31, 2015 do not miss the choosing by rachelle dekker. That is a positive thing because i love ted dekkers books.