The Restorer's Journey, Swords of Lyric Series #3

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This book was a great addition to the Sword of Lyric series. I hope there will be another one.

Sharon Hinck has taken her readers on another grand journey. Check your schedule before opening the book, you'll need a few clear days because you will not want to stop reading until the end! Susan, Mark, and Jake return from Lyric to pick life back up where they left off. Despite the fact they know Cameron and Medea traveled through the portal also, they haven't seen or heard from them in three months. Just as they allow themselves a sense of security, their house is invaded. Cameron and Medea abduct Susan and take her back through the portal with them. Mark and Jake must follow. Back in Lyric again, Jake finds things very different, and his mom has disappeared. Jake must learn the meaning of the Restorer power flowing through his body and understand that following the One is not an easy task. Susan also must find the well of faith within her and she faces worse trials than ever before from an enemy that threatens to destroy her spirit and very soul. Sharon Hinck skillfully takes the reader into a world of faith and fights, hatred and love, evil and good. And somehow, within the lives of Susan and Jake readers will see themselves and find their own journey to follow the One is filled with battles, betrayals, challenges and growth. What an amazing book. I suggest you read all three of the Sword of Lyric books. They will leave you hoping for another.

Another amazing story in the Sword of Lyric series by Sharon Hinck. The narrative alternates between Susan, the Restorer from the first book, and her son Jake. Susan becomes a prisoner of the Rhusicans while Jake, the new Restorer, searches to find both his bearings and his courage. Jake struggles with his new role as the Restorer and tries to triage the multiple injuries of the land. Not a stand-out leader initially, Jake is knocked around, beaten up, and more – but recovers from everything until he learns to follow the One’s direction and truly be a leader for the people. After seasons of trial and suffering, the People of the Verses begin to restore order and return to their sacred roots. In the meantime, Susan is kept a prisoner of the sadistic mind-reading Rhusicans. Through her experiences of deprivation and mental torture, Susan connects even deeper with the One. The strength and reality of Susan’s relationship with the One unhinges the Rhusicans and literally rocks their world. All in all, it’s a riveting story. Both Jake and Susan suffer terrible things, yet each does so with an amazing attitude of gratitude to the One whom they serve. They continue to seek His face and direction regardless of their individual circumstances, whether running for their lives or trapped and alone with no hope for release. It’s truly an astounding book to read. Books like The Restorer’s Journey are real sources of inspiration. It doesn’t need to be non-fiction to be encouraging. And this book proves it. Sharon Hinck has truly become one of my all-time favorite authors. She has shown time and again that she can tell an awesome story and make it hit home with depth, passion and conviction.

I doubt that any words from me can do this unique series justice but I will try! Sharon Hinck’s storytelling is masterful, from her creation of the magnificent world of Lyric to the fascinating characters that reflect so much of the human heart and circumstance. Sharon engaged my heart, mind and soul in The Restorer’s Journey, more powerfully even than in the first two books, The Restorer and The Restorer’s Son. I believed, naively it now seems, that Sharon couldn’t exceed my expectations a third time, yet she did, in every imaginable way. Each emotion and thought of her characters seared into my mind as if they were my own, from torment to fear, from relief to joy. Sharon writes with authority and an understanding of the human heart which is oftentimes both painful and confronting to read. Despite this, a steadfast belief and hope in a power greater than us all underscores each page. There is a profundity to Sharon’s words in this tale, about the challenges of suffering, the need for healing and the beauty, depth and power of God’s love, that I am still contemplating and hope to for a long time. I count it a privilege to have read such an inspiring, challenging and engrossing story.

Another great book by Sharon Hinck! Exciting and fun to read, but as relevant as all of her books. Even if you haven’t read the first two books in The Sword of Lyric series, you can still enjoy Restorer’s Journey. Each book focuses on a different character and a different area of a rich world. This one revolves mostly around Jake, but doesn’t loose sight of Susan who is held captive in Rhus. (For anyone who has wondered what the mysterious Rhusicans really are, your curiosity will get much more information to work with in this book.) Though the book can stand alone, part of the fun lies in seeing how the lives of old and new characters intertwine. Minor characters are never shallow in Ms. Hinck’s books, so the developments and new relationships flow smoothly. Eighteen-year-old Jake transforms into full manhood, not as a standard coming-of-age story, but more in terms of developing spiritual maturity and stepping into his destiny. It’s a journey that can happen at any time of life, so this is a book for all ages. Even Susan gains a new understanding of the depth of the One’s love. Highly recommended. I only hope there will be another book in the series.

i am a busy professional that enjoys christian fiction to relax from the day's stress. i enjoyed the sword of lyric series except that--how can it end now-we will not know what happens in lyric with Jake. will he ever get to see his family again--will they check on him in a month--how much time will pass there---on and on--Sharon--- don't leave us with these questions. you are a great writer, i gave this a 4.5 because you didn't say you would continue the series. great books--if i have to i guess i will suppose in my mind what happens. thanks for the nice read. may god bless you writing endeavors as you continue your calling.

Is it possible to have a more, most favorite book? I loved, loved, loved the first two books in the Restorer series. If it is possible, I love The Restorer's Journey even more! Mind-blowing is all I can say! Thank you, Sharon Hinck, for this most excellent series! I will own all of your books!

I suppose what appealed to me at first was that the main characters were based in the 21st century reality that I live in, and many of their points of reference were familiar to me. Their faith, their experiences in the “real” world helped me to understand their actions and reactions in the alternate world of Lyric on the other side of the portal. More thrilling yet was that once the main characters (Susan and Jake) entered Lyric and the surrounding areas, I was able to follow the story easily despite the fact that I hadn’t read the first two books of this series. I cannot tell you how exciting this was for me! I truly enjoyed this story! I loved the way these characters wrestled within themselves as they tried to follow where the One was leading them. On page 101 Susan’s mind asks the questions: “How many times in my life had I done this dance with God? Asking Him for direction, then promptly arguing when I sensed His guidance.” Much later in the book, on page 228, her son Jake wrestles with obedience; “I had followed the guidance I’d received then and every day since. And everything had gone wrong. Time to make my own decision.” Even though these characters were dealing with fantasy characters and events, their frame of reference was still that of a Christian in personal relationship with God through Christ. Because of this, the alternate world of Lyric was an echo – a beautiful reworking – of the gospel story. It was very moving to me to watch the sacrificial decisions that these folks had to reach in the course of their journey!

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