Shadow of the Almighty

BEST BOOK I HAVE READ FOR A LONG TIME SAW THE DEDICATION JIM ELLIOT HAD FOR THE LOST,LOVE THIS BOOK IN THE SAME LEAGUE AS GOD SMUGGLER.

This is the first review I've taken the time to write (and I've loved tons of the books from Audible). I hesitate to listen to books read by the author. They are often not the quality of a professional and I tend to think infused with a touch of arrogance. This is far from the case with this book. Elizabeth Elliot is obviously not a professional reader. This story is better understood because of it. Elizabeth has a matter of fact tone, pauses to find her place, a audible breath here and there and the occasional sound of a page turning. She enhances the story. Jim Elliot did not pride himself in presenting perfection before an audience of men and women. He strove after the heart of God with his entire being and was not concerned if those around him thought less of him. It is my opinion that this book could be read by no one more perfectly than the one Jim would have chosen to read it. Her imperfection as a reader was a constant reminder of how God does not need perfectly polished people to accomplish His plan. This was an enjoyable and challenging book.