Forbidden by Ted Dekker and Tosca Lee

Forbidden

Ted Dekker & Tosca Lee

Review by Lisa Norsworthy

This year, I made a decision to break out of my usual reading routine. I gravitate toward dramatic fiction with a strong emphasis on the characters and the relationships between them. Forbidden is the total opposite of that genre, and it was a very interesting and exciting read.

The story takes place in the post-apocolyptic world 480 years after war almost completely destroyed humanity. During that horrible time, referred to as Chaos, scientists developed a virus that would eradicate all emotion in humans except for fear under the guise of avoiding another war caused by emotions like anger and greed. It is apparent, however, that it was used as a way to control the world by using fear to subdue the masses.

Rom has a terrifying encounter with an old who gives him a vial and tells him he is a Keeper. When consumed, the contents of this vial reawakens Rom’s emotions and sets him on a risk-filled journey against the evil forces that are after this potion.

The descriptive narrative of this book is top-notch. Tosca Lee’s influence is noticeable in the rich language. The plot is fast-paced, and the climax of the book is extremely satisfying making way for their sequel, Mortal.

My only hesitation in recommending this book is its darkness. Ted Dekker’s fascination with blood is evident with several scenes of people having their throats slit described in detail. While I am not particularly sensitive, someone who is may have trouble with this book, but if you like dark fantasy, you will love the exciting, fast pace of this piece.


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