Randy AlcornDeadline

I loved this book--it really drew me in, the story was intriguing, and brought home a number of truths--e.g., related to abortion, "safe" sex, and others.

This is a Christian book with a strong Christian message. It is written from a conservative Christian perspective and presents a powerful message about the authors viewpoint of the moral decline of our society. Randy Alcorn tackles the current message of political correctness and morality that is based on each person's personal truth in this book.This is a story full of suspense and intrigue about the everyday life of a very modern and liberal newspaper reporter. The book grabs you from the first page. There are three friends hanging out on Sunday afternoon watching football. They toss a coin to see who makes the pizza/beer run. This simple act changes the lives of all three forever. The action kicks into high gear when all three pile into the car and head out for the pizza place. As so often happens in real life in the blink of an eye, there is a tragic accident, and one character awakes in the hospital. Thus begins his amazing journey that transforms his current views on the meaning of life, his morality, and religious beliefs in a very profound and personal way.The following passage found on page 419 gives an insight into the direction of this book: "Maybe the greatest danger isn't when the rules get broken, maybe it's when the rules get changed. Once they're changed you can follow the new rules and think you are doing the right thing, while all the time your new truth is just the old lies. You can tell yourself it's OK because the standards have changed, but if the standards mean anything at all they don't change. I want to follow the truth no matter where it leads me. The Truth will set you free."Randy Alcorn did an excellent job writing this book. It is full of twists and turns and will keep you turning the pages. He takes a firm stand on social agenda, special interest groups, and the way the news can be 'slanted' by their influence. It's interesting to note that this book was written in 1994 before the hot topic of 'spin' and bias on behalf of liberal minded networks and newsprint had been exposed in the last few years by conservative watch groups. The author is very clear to point out in his notes that this is a fictious work, and that it has been carefully researched.'Deadline' is interesting, and is well written with a strong and specific point of view. The characters are likable. Randy Alcorn packs this book full of powerful food for thought. Well done!

Jake Woods, liberal columnist and agnostic goes out on a short jaunt to pick up pizza with his best friends, Doc and Finney. On the way back, they crash and Jake finds himself suspended between two friends, and between two destinies. Doc, the "I'll Do it My Way" Guy and Finney, the man submitted to God. This storyline takes Jake from the ICU where he says good-bye to Finney, to an investigation into the shadowy worlds where right and wrong are relative and no one knows anything for a certainty, with human rationalization as the ultimate standard for behavior. The reader is pulled along from the earth, to the glorious raptures of Heaven to the despair of Hell, along with Jake as he searches for the truth and tries to find meaning in a shifting morass of values. In the process he has to face some pretty unsavory things about himself, and tragic consequences of choices and philosophies that he adhered to.Inside the story, the author has several deep messages for his readers and he doesn't pull any punches. This book tackles just about all of the issues in our society where the guideposts have been lost, and relativism is taken for granted. Abortion, AIDs, media-bias, homosexual bias, political correctness, assisted suicide, organ transplant lists, organized crime, Vietnam, you name it and it is weaved into a monologue or dialogue somewhere in the book. All this is interwoven into a mystery involving some stereotyped characters, some surprising twists, and some awkward relevations. As if that's not enough, there are matters of eternal consequences, like Heaven and Hell to delve into.There is a very good understanding and exploration of the effects of abortion on men which is usually ignored. And you'll never think about organ donations the same way again. You'll also think twice or thrice about the definition of "dead" after you've read this book.Highly recommended for teenagers as it gets them to think before acting. Also, a hard-to-put-down book for mystery fans. Finally, if you're at all curious about what life is like in the hereafter (or as far as Mr. Alcorn's imagination can bring you), you'll want to read or debate about his portrayals of Heaven. Definitely a good vacation read, and a book to leave on your coffee table for curious friends.

The physical book had some water damage but the reading was spectacular! The print is little and a lot of pages but I thoroughly enjoyed this book and have bought the next 2 in this series. The writer is magnificent in his insight and writing! There are so many things I would underline but I want to pass on so others can read! So many things that I really loved. This is one of those writers you will enjoy!

I didn't realize I had read this book before based on the bookbub promo. But I enjoyed it even more than the first time. Jake Woods is injured in a car accident in which his two best friends were killed. Turns out, it wasn't an accident after all and Jake must use all his analytical skills to find the killer. The journey is fraught with danger and deception and the real killer will surprise you. Well worth a second read & I look forward to reading the next two in the series (again.)

I have purchased this book, second-hand, at brick and mortars a few times, read again, then given it away. It is a book that makes an impact on your life. The book immediately opens with a conundrum, and keeps your interest throughout.Now, I have the book on my Kindle to read anytime. Both my hub and I enjoy this book, even when we reread it.

This is a good well paced book that forces you to reflect on various issues. The storyline is interesting and interwoven enough to keep you absorbed

Book came as described. This is an excellent read and I would recommend it to anyone.

What a fascinating story, then not the story itself, but the characters and what happens to them. This book, the characters and the story line will make you think long and hard about what you believe currently and also what your future may hold. Highly recommended!!!!

3 men! Best friends! But with totally different mindsets! Thank you Randy for writing it. Glimpses of Heaven and he'll are certainly eye opening. I can't wait to get home with Elon & Finney!

So incredibly insightful and wise. Many topics with a lot of food for thought which make it a jewelry box for conversations, not only a gift to pass on. Its riches are manifold and although I couldn't wait to learn more, I had to pause many times to just let things sink in. Very highly recommendable!