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 Laced with spiritual truths, this novel presents two types of stories for juveniles, one of science fiction and another the battle of good and evil. Good moral values and an adventure story, unbeatable combination.
Reviewed by Brenda A. Snodgrass
Spirit Warrior
Peter H. Zindler
iUniverse, Inc
ISBN-13-978-0-595-36332-2
2006,130 pgs.
An Epic Adventure to the Blue Ring Galaxy
Christian- themed aimed at younger readers of Sci-fi with old themes from the gospel, this book is an epic presentation of thoughts and ideas that traverse through new worlds. Not unlike Star Wars or Star Trek, the portrayal of futuristic galaxies holds a certain sway over Sci-Fi fans of any age.
Vying and his friend Wolks, are in the service of and to King Varton of Micron as warriors. Being judged equal in defense maneuvers, Wolks suggests Vying go to the competition for the Crown Champion of the Galaxy, citing that Vying is better suited for this type of competition. Vying wins the competition against Megog , of Za-Kar , but soon develops a problem with pride that haunts him throughout the story as he makes poor judgement calls in critical tactical decisions.
“Vying, Wolks, I’ve lost control of my ship. They’re pulling me…” “It was all we heard. The tractor beam pulled Sera’s scintilla into it’s cargo bay. I sat there paralyzed in the cockpit of my scintilla. I knew that my decision to make a run at their carrier was caused by an over-inflated ego and that I had sacrificed the life of someone I loved dearly. I hung my head, sick to my stomach”. (52)
Sera is loved by both Vying and Wolks. Wolks is angry with Vying for jeopardizing the safety of Sera. Both men are anxious to rescue her from the spiritually dark land of Za-Kar. Upon realizing that Wolks loves Sera too, Vying wonders what will become of their friendship. Dax was a slave on Za-Kar, before Vying secured his freedom. Young and eager to please, Dax accompanies the two in their search for Sera, who had befriended the youth.
Laced with spiritual truths, this novel presents two types of stories for juveniles, one of science fiction and another the battle of good and evil. Good moral values and an adventure story, unbeatable combination.
About the reviewer: Brenda Snodgrass is an ordained and licensed minister, who along with her husband Mike, works with the homeless addicts near their church home in Dallas, Texas. Brenda is an avid reader and has a deep love for books. She recently transferred that love into book reviews.
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