Helpful Score: 3
My kids loved this series. It made them read their bibles more, researching the events mentioned in the books.
Helpful Score: 1
Four former Christian teenagers find themselves alone and afraid following the Rapture when God spirits His followers away to Heaven.
My daughter loves this series! She is trying to collect them all! In the process we have ended up with a couple of duplicates. :)
Not bad, not as good as the adult books, but still disagree with the theology
This book (and really the series) is relatively well engaging (I never did read ALL 48 of the kids books, after awhile you just wanted them to be finished & stopped caring. I did read all 12 of the adult novels). The reason these aren't as good as the "originals" is because they're adapting the story, but instead of just abridging it for children they attempt to create a parallel & intersecting storyline (it only intersects on this side, though. No mention of these kids in the adult books). The result is acceptable. However, I have beef with it's theology. If you believe in pre-tribulation you will probably love this book. As that's not what I believe about the end times, I wish this book didn't espouse that view. If the book leads people to Jesus, though, I say it's a job well done.
This book (and really the series) is relatively well engaging (I never did read ALL 48 of the kids books, after awhile you just wanted them to be finished & stopped caring. I did read all 12 of the adult novels). The reason these aren't as good as the "originals" is because they're adapting the story, but instead of just abridging it for children they attempt to create a parallel & intersecting storyline (it only intersects on this side, though. No mention of these kids in the adult books). The result is acceptable. However, I have beef with it's theology. If you believe in pre-tribulation you will probably love this book. As that's not what I believe about the end times, I wish this book didn't espouse that view. If the book leads people to Jesus, though, I say it's a job well done.
Lisa B. (sheltielover) -
I read all the adult and all the kids series. I enjoyed them all very much. They helped me to understand the book of revelations better. My daughter is now reading them and really enjoying them, so I am trying to get the whole set of both.
Good book...I got it for my grandson and read it first!
My son read this book, and he enjoyed it. If it is anything like the adult series, then it is very good for young readers.
Sherri B. (SherriB61) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 89 more book reviews
My son loved this series and went from this to the adult version.
Good book, yup. Everybody needs to read these!
I got this book for my grandchildren, but decided to read it before I gave it to them. I found it very interesting, it held my attention so much that I had to finish it in one evening. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to see what how things could be when the rapture occurs.
Jennifer N. (MoxiesMom) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 51 more book reviews
Just like the adult series but watered down a bit. Teens love them.
Enjoyable read from the kids' point of view.
Suzanne H. (DameEdna) -
This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.
Lisa S. (Praise2Him) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 106 more book reviews
A compelling story - very good!
The first one of the kids series. It will get you hooked!
This book is great for kids and for adults who want more of the Left Behind series.
GREAT BOOK!
I bought this series for my 13 year-old son and he didn't seem too interested.
Nona B. (suzannemarie) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 22 more book reviews
fictional children's series of Left Behind #1
Connie C. (chewysmom) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 83 more book reviews
A great read!
Virginia P. (virginiajeanne) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 207 more book reviews
In a moment, millions of people vanish without a trace. Four teenagers left behind when their families disappear struggle for answers as they try to make sense of what happened. I thought this was an interesting young adult novel about the rapture and what could possibly happen when the event occurs.
A little young for me.
In one shocking moment millions around the globe disappear. Those left behind face an uncertain future-especially four kids who now find themselves alone. As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind the disappearances. But are they ready to believe?
Cricket B. (JiminyCricket) reviewed The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids Bk 1) on + 150 more book reviews
In one shocking moment millions around the globe disappear. Those left behind face an uncertain future--especially four kids who now find themselves alone.
As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind the disappearances. But are they ready to believe it?
In this new series based on the best-selling books Left Behind. Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHayes present the Rapture and tribulation through the eyes of four young friends--Judd, Vicki, Lionel, and Ryan.
As the world falls in a round them, they band togther to find faith and fight the evil forces that threaten their lives.
As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind the disappearances. But are they ready to believe it?
In this new series based on the best-selling books Left Behind. Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHayes present the Rapture and tribulation through the eyes of four young friends--Judd, Vicki, Lionel, and Ryan.
As the world falls in a round them, they band togther to find faith and fight the evil forces that threaten their lives.
In one shocking moment millions around the globe disappear. Those left behind face an uncertain future--especially four kids who now find themselves alone. As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind the disappearances. Cut are they ready to believe it?
(Taken from the back cover)
(Taken from the back cover)
Robin S. (Terabithia) -
In one shocking moment millions around the globe disappear. Those left behind face an uncertain future-especially four kids who know find themselves alone.
As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind teh disappearances. But are they ready to believe it?
As the kids search for help and for answers, they are told the truth behind teh disappearances. But are they ready to believe it?
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