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The Oath

By: Frank E. Peretti
Narrated by: Tom Taylorson
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A brutal killer lurks near Hyde River in the Pacific Northwest. When wildlife biologist Steve Benson is called in to investigate the latest murder, he discovers that the victim is his brother. But why are the terrorized townspeople silent—and unwilling to help?

Something evil is at work in Hyde River, an isolated mining town in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Under the cover of darkness, a predator strikes without warning—taking life in the most chilling and savage fashion.

The community of Hyde River watches in terror as residents suddenly vanish. Yet, the more locals are pressed for information, the more they close ranks, sworn to secrecy by their forefathers’ hidden sins.

Only when Hyde River’s secrets are exposed is the true extent of the danger fully revealed. What the town discovers is something far more deadly than anything they’d imagined. Something that doesn’t just stalk its victims—it has the power to turn hearts black with decay as it slowly fills their souls with darkness.

  • Standalone Christian thriller with over one million copies sold
  • Book length: approximately 100,000 words
©1995 Frank E. Peretti (P)2020 Thomas Nelson

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Stay until the end

I found that Frank Peretti books and his writing enjoyable to read. Little more then listening to them.

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Gripping

This is an excellent book! My only complaint is some outdated content (tape recorders, etc) that a new release/edit could fix. But the substance is excellent, the plot line is tight and Peretti demonstrates masterful story-telling ability. The book is also very well narrated, which is vitally important to an immersive experience. Definitely recommend!

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Super Book

This was an amazing book. Great story, characters and pacing. I highly recommend this book to anyone, especially if you like Christian fiction.

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Frank Peretti once again a favorite

narrator did very good job. mystery and suspense without foul language every other sentence

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Seeds of Life or Death

Frank does right by this excellent portrayal of the human condition; written with great detail that puts you the reader right there in the story. Movie🎥🍿 Please!!

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The spiritual warfare was so well written!

I loved how the sun was represented and seemed so common yet the dragon recognized it!

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Excellent reading of a classic

Always loved this book since I was a kid, and this is an excellent rendition of it. the narrator's performance is great, he sounds like the setting of the book. his character voices do a great job of making the characters come alive as distinct individuals without sounding contrived.
The story itself is, of course, great. An excellent example of how Christian fiction can still be thrilling and entertaining and not fall into the trap of being corny or even overly preachy. highly recommend this to anyone.

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I strongly recommend this book.
Frank Peretti does it again! He is quite a writer. One who has an incomparable talent for this art. He spins a believable tale like few others can. Dean Koontz fans may enjoy this.

Special props to the narrator. if talent was a person, you would him, Tom! Talk about skillful hold on each character and bringing their personalities to life.

Folks, select this book, clear your schedule and enjoy the ride.

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exceptional!!

loved this...as per Peretti, it was an amazing story line and very well articulated

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Nail biter!

Once it got to the center, it was really hard to put down… thrilling, deep and rather gruesome! Not for the faint of heart. But a well written story of faith!

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