Icon: A Novel

By: Georgia Briggs

Narrated by: Priscilla Sabourin

Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins

Publisher's summary

Forget your old name. Forget your parents." These are the things Euphrosyne’s grandparents and counselor tell her. But if Orthodox Christianity is a lie, why did the icon so dramatically save her life? And what can she do to get the icon back? In a post-Christian America, where going to church, praying, or owning holy things means death, a 12-year-old girl searches for the truth. Finding it may cost her everything.

©2017 Georgia Briggs (P)2021 Georgia Briggs

Pleasantly Surprised

I have heard about this book for awhile. I even have the paperback version sitting on my shelf, but hadn’t read it yet (some of my children have). It is geared toward youth of the Christian Orthodox faith. The story was decent and engaging. I always wanted to keep listening to find out what happens next. As an adult, I wanted there to be a little more character development, but it was fine for a YA book. I was pleasantly surprised when the narrator sang (or in the Orthodox world, chanted) familiar hymns. The narrator has a nice reading voice and an even nicer signing voice.
I definitely recommend it for ages 10+, as there are some difficult plot points to process; however, the main character is 12yo, which younger pre-teens can relate to.

Wow not for just teens

This is a tearjerker at the end. I’m an adult male and the story is both riveting and poignant. It may seem a fantasy, but in today’s climate not very far fetched.

1984, say what?

I absolutely love this book. It stirred my heart, I cried multiple times. Book-selling rebel, awesome librarian, faith and tradgedy-- what isn't to love. I will be buying many copies of this.

Glory to Jesus Christ

Such a beautiful novel, I couldn’t out it down. It’s just a really great story.

Well written and beautifully narrated story

Priscilla Sabourin wonderfully brings this amazing story to life. She does an excellent job, and sings the various hymns and songs with a smooth, clear voice

Wow! Profoundly moving and well-read!

It captured me instantly. I couldn’t stop listening in the car on my 5 hour trip. After arrival, I talked about it immediately, commenting on how relevant the storyline was for these days. I felt like I was the main character experiencing all that happened while listening. The reader of this book couldn’t have been better. It was so realistic! Highly recommend for mature ages of 11 and up.

A wonderful book!

I was extremely surprised by this wonderful audio book. It is one of those books that grabs you at the first Chapter. I also felt myself riding an emotional rollercoaster that I didn’t expect. In today’s world of a secular outlook in our country I found this story to be very impactful. As an Orthodox Christian it especially hit close to the heart. I would highly suggest this book to not only young Orthodox Christians, but any young Christian especially in the current world climate. It is easy to take for granted what we have, and this story brings to light just how easy it would be to loose. The book is intended for young adults over 13, but as an adult I found plenty in the story to keep me engaged. The young women who narrates the audio book does a wonderful job, and through her the main character truly comes to life. A little over 5 hours the audio book can be listened to either during your morning commute or over a weekend. It will leave you thinking about our world and maybe with a tear in your eye.

Orthodox Christian Dystopian Book

A provocative book that snagged my attention from the first chapter. I listened to the book twice in 72 hours to be sure I did not miss anything. The book is meant for Orthodox Christian tee s but is perfect for adults as well. Like all dystopian books it will raise questions. It would be an excellent book club book for both teens and adults. Teens should have an adult who can answer some of the questions and topics that arise. I would highly recommend the book.

Amazing and so moving

I really enjoyed reading this and could hardly put it down. As a new convert this book was very moving and fortifying.

Potent Narrative

Beautifully written , it feels very personal. I was completely engrossed. I am sad that the story is over.