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Kingdom's Call
A sworn enemy of the Prince vows to eliminate his Followers.
Until the Prince saves his life…
For generations the Noble Knights have been in service to the King. Following a strict code of conduct, they preserve the peace in Chessington, the King’s chosen city, and rule its citizenry. Sir Gavin is a young and promising Noble Knight, devoted to King and Code.
Then a peasant disrupts the tranquility of Chessington, brazenly challenging the Code while claiming to be the son of the King–a Prince. When it is learned that he is actively training a force of men in defiance of the law, the stranger is arrested and executed.
But his Followers continue to defy the Code, and Sir Gavin swears to destroy this threat to Chessington–until he himself is grievously wounded in battle. As he faces his own death, Gavin is saved by someone who will transform his heart and change his life…
Journey to Arrethtrae, where the King and His Son implement a bold plan to save their kingdom; where courage, faith, and loyalty stand tall in the face of opposition; where good will not bow to evil–and one brave man stands against the Dark Knight.
Until the Prince saves his life…
For generations the Noble Knights have been in service to the King. Following a strict code of conduct, they preserve the peace in Chessington, the King’s chosen city, and rule its citizenry. Sir Gavin is a young and promising Noble Knight, devoted to King and Code.
Then a peasant disrupts the tranquility of Chessington, brazenly challenging the Code while claiming to be the son of the King–a Prince. When it is learned that he is actively training a force of men in defiance of the law, the stranger is arrested and executed.
But his Followers continue to defy the Code, and Sir Gavin swears to destroy this threat to Chessington–until he himself is grievously wounded in battle. As he faces his own death, Gavin is saved by someone who will transform his heart and change his life…
Journey to Arrethtrae, where the King and His Son implement a bold plan to save their kingdom; where courage, faith, and loyalty stand tall in the face of opposition; where good will not bow to evil–and one brave man stands against the Dark Knight.
160 pages, Paperback
First published May 15, 2007
About the author
Chuck Black
34books666followersChuck Black first wroteKingdom’s Edgeto inspire his children to read the Bible with renewed zeal. This captivating expanded parable led him to write the Old Testament allegories,Kingdom’s Dawn,Kingdom’s Hope,Kingdom’s Call,andKingdom’s Quest.Chuck's currents works include theKnights of Arrethtraeseries,Call to Arms,and his series in progress,Wars of the Realm.
Chuck is a former F-16 fighter pilot and currently works as an engineer for a firm designing plastic consumer products and has coinvented eleven patented construction products now being sold internationally. He has a degree in electrical and electronic engineering and served eight years in the United States Air Force. Chuck and his wife have six children and live in North Dakota.
It is Chuck’s desire to serve the Lord through his work and to inspire people of all ages to study the scriptures in order to discover the hope and love of a truly majestic King and His Son.
Chuck is a former F-16 fighter pilot and currently works as an engineer for a firm designing plastic consumer products and has coinvented eleven patented construction products now being sold internationally. He has a degree in electrical and electronic engineering and served eight years in the United States Air Force. Chuck and his wife have six children and live in North Dakota.
It is Chuck’s desire to serve the Lord through his work and to inspire people of all ages to study the scriptures in order to discover the hope and love of a truly majestic King and His Son.
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February 9, 2024
My favorite book in the series! The story of Paul in the Bible has always been one of my favorites because the redemption arch is so beautiful!
Characters:
Gavin is the main character of this story, and I love him. Black does a great job of laying out where Gavin's heart lies and why he thinks he's doing the right thing. It's honestly so beautifully done.
I also realized as I reread how much one of my characters from a current WIP has in common with Gavin....which was totally unintentional...lol...
As always, there were great and then not so great side characters as well! The not so great ones just being mean characters...lol...
Themes:
Redemption. No one is too far gone or to evil for God to change and turn to Him. I love that message so much!
Also themes of the damage of pride and what happens when we stop asking God what He would have us do and simple do what we, as humans, determine to be His will. That never turns out well.
Romance:
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Overall:
This is a spectacular and beautiful story! I enjoy it so much every time! I highly recommend the audio of this one as well. At the end, Black's daughter sings a song, and it just ties up the whole story and moves me tears every time. I pulled the song up on YouTube last night when u finished the book just so I could have that satisfying ending.
Characters:
Gavin is the main character of this story, and I love him. Black does a great job of laying out where Gavin's heart lies and why he thinks he's doing the right thing. It's honestly so beautifully done.
I also realized as I reread how much one of my characters from a current WIP has in common with Gavin....which was totally unintentional...lol...
As always, there were great and then not so great side characters as well! The not so great ones just being mean characters...lol...
Themes:
Redemption. No one is too far gone or to evil for God to change and turn to Him. I love that message so much!
Also themes of the damage of pride and what happens when we stop asking God what He would have us do and simple do what we, as humans, determine to be His will. That never turns out well.
Romance:
N/A
Language:
N/A
Overall:
This is a spectacular and beautiful story! I enjoy it so much every time! I highly recommend the audio of this one as well. At the end, Black's daughter sings a song, and it just ties up the whole story and moves me tears every time. I pulled the song up on YouTube last night when u finished the book just so I could have that satisfying ending.
December 26, 2017
Finally got time to read and finished this. AmaIng retelling of one of my top favorite Bible inspirations.
December 18, 2015
I actually liked this one. Much better than the previous volumes, probably because there wasn't twelve Biblical characters crammed into one, and the main character had actual growth.
February 10, 2024
One of our favorites!!! The story of Sir Gavin which mirrors the story of Paul is just fantastic! It is so beautiful! And the lyrics to the song at the end of the book are touching! A great read!!!
November 25, 2020
Once again I am very impressed by these books. This shortness very good. I liked the allegory to Saul/Paul. Can't wait to read the rest of Sir Gavin's story.
June 28, 2024
Parallel to Paul’s story
April 19, 2013
The allegorical story of Paul and his salvation...it was moving and helped me to see the story of Paul and and a glimpse of what his life could have been like before his experience on the road to Damascus. Honestly I never really *got* Paul's story, though his words in the Bible have helped me more than on one occasion, but hearing Gavin's story as a parallel to Paul's opened my eyes to see what it must have been like for a man who sought out the lives God's people to do them harm and then to have a change of heart so completely! Absolutely amazing - Praise the Lord for the work He does in all our hearts!
"'Look into my eyes, Gavin,' the Prince said. 'I have been calling you. The peace you seek you will find if you follow Me.'"
"'Look into my eyes, Gavin,' the Prince said. 'I have been calling you. The peace you seek you will find if you follow Me.'"
January 13, 2019
This book was my favorite book so far in this series. It was well-written, beautifully filled with truth, and real. Saul was a horrible man. Yet, God used him unlike any other, transforming him into Paul. This story holds that same message of unbelievable, supernatural redemption gorgeously.
I really loved this book and look forward to re-reading it at future times, as well as reading the next books in this series. This series is definitely getting better! I am glad I held on.
I really loved this book and look forward to re-reading it at future times, as well as reading the next books in this series. This series is definitely getting better! I am glad I held on.
January 28, 2016
At last I feel mostly at ease with a book in this series. The writing has improved but that's not the greatest advance. This is an allegory of the life of Saul aka Paul the apostle. Within that context, the savage sword fights and violent single combat works - at least generally speaking. I'm still uncomfortable with the 'Jesus figure' wielding a sword, even if he does simply disarm others with his magnificent skills. I wasn't quite comfortable with the 'Stephen figure' wielding a sword either.
The 'Jesus figure' - the Prince - is portrayed throughout the series in the way that the people of first century Judeawantedthe Messiah to be: a warrior. But it's exactly what he wasn't. And it didn't seem right to sweep up Stephen, the man who served at tables, in this same schema of a soldier rather than a servant.
However these parts of the story are relatively minor. And fortunately not too intrusive.
To see fire-breathing Saul as violent, however, is not twisting the story at all. Thus the character of Gavin is not only appropriate but is drawn with sympathy and thoughtfulness.
The 'Jesus figure' - the Prince - is portrayed throughout the series in the way that the people of first century Judeawantedthe Messiah to be: a warrior. But it's exactly what he wasn't. And it didn't seem right to sweep up Stephen, the man who served at tables, in this same schema of a soldier rather than a servant.
However these parts of the story are relatively minor. And fortunately not too intrusive.
To see fire-breathing Saul as violent, however, is not twisting the story at all. Thus the character of Gavin is not only appropriate but is drawn with sympathy and thoughtfulness.
October 20, 2015
These books are getting better or I'm just getting more intrigued by the story. This book has really made the story of Paul come alive to me and has filled me with a passion to follow "the Prince" and live for him everyday.
March 22, 2017
(4.5) Gavin, the MC, is Paul. This is one of the best books in the series.
December 9, 2015
Not my favorite out of them, but still amazing!
July 18, 2016
My mom is still reading these books aloud.:) This one was based Saul\Paul's story, and was a pretty good story.:)
January 17, 2020
Kingdoms Call Book 4, Book Review.
The Author of this book is Chuck Black made in May 15th, 2007.
The level of this book is a 7.3 Level book, The book was about Gavin who is a Noble Knight in Chessington, and the Difficulties he goes through in this book is incredible.
Kingdoms call is a book series about Sir Gavin, and the Noble Knights of Chessington and a stranger that is causing many problems, Making people believe that the Articles of the Code is a mistake, The Noble Knights not doing their job. Then there’s Shadow knight and Dark Warriors want to assassinate Gavin because he threatened them with a sword, Then the Shadow warriors attacked and Wounded Gavin with a cut on his shoulder. But the Prince of Chessington came to save him in his horse and Defeated the 4 - 5 Warriors, Then told him “Stay strong” or something and rode away on his horse, Then other Noble Knights came to Rescue him, Gavin ordered to take him to Weston in Denrith to tend his wound. When he arrived at Denrith all he heard was talking about Weston putting his wife and kids in danger if he took care of Gavin, cause he could possible be killed or thrown in jail for whatever reason, then he fell asleep. The next he wakes up he is about to ride in a wagon that’s going to take him to Westons home, but he was alerted that the Noble Knights are coming for Gavin, So didn't waste any time, they got Gavin in the cart which was risky cause with the fever and wound on his shoulder would mean death for him for the ride over to the house. The Noble Knights caught up w/ them and some guy jumped off the back to hold them off, and that’s where the chase ends.
Then Gavin wakes up 6 days later, He was starving so he ate dinner and came Sir Nias to deliver a message from the Prince “By the shores of the Crimson River, you shall be made whole”.
Then Nias left, Gavin ordered the he leave right away on his quest, He rode off after Weston Groomed Triumph, Weston gave him a knife that would be Useful for him on his quest. rode off on his quest without hesitation. As they were in the Forest of Renault Triumph drank water from the stream and starting Neighing, Gavin didn’t know what was causing it and tried to calm Triumph down but ended him kicking him in the chest, and a Catalynx came flying down from a tree and Clawed Triumph’s Left leg muscle, and was badly injured and got another hit on the chest, then Gavin swung his knife at the Catalynx, The Catalynx was to weak to get up and Died on the ground. The Silent warriors showed up and didn’t attack but Inspected Triumph “He’s Karian” They were once his enemy but now a Guide/ Ally. They knew where he was because Their horses are Karians to, Karians are horses that sense where and when there is a dying or dead That Prouth was explained on His way to the prince.
When the arrived, a Silent warrior said “Dismount” and pointed at the Prince, “He is waiting for you”. When he walked towards him he feel, “Stand up, Sir Gavin” said the prince, “No my Lord, for I am too ashamed to take in Your Gaze. I cannot bare to what I have caused you, The King, and your People, I could not possible repay the debt.” “You’re right Gavin You cannot repay the debt but you can be Forgiven, Let go of your past and look at mine and make yourself a true not off the prince.” “Pick up your sword” Gavin attempted to grab the sword but was to weak with his arm to do it ‘’ I don't need the strength of your arm to do it all I need is your heart”. “You lack one thing, your sword, you need to start training with your left arm to fight other foes.” So there training began, Gavin was frustrated and angry because he was failing to do stuff with his other hand, But the prince was patient, The next few weeks he mastering the sword with his left hand, no matter the weather conditions they still trained and sparred, but then The prince said “Your training is nearly complete, You soon need to leave me so I can return to my father.” “Gavin I will not send you back to Chessington, I send you far reaches of the kingdom, “Are you prepared for the great adversity that will come if you serve Me?” Prince asked. “I am, my Prince” “Then kneel.”
Gavin Knelt.
“You have knelt as Gavin of Chessington. By the might of the King and the power of His sword, I knight you Sir Gavinaugh of Arretherea, Knight of the Prince!”
“Rise Sir Gavinaugh”
“Go forth and make Arretherea on land once again, Take my freedom to the and the promise of MY Return. Your quest is noble and are worthy to FulFill it!”. Gavinaugh placed his hand over the Prince’s to make his oath. “To the last of beat of my heart, I will, my Prince. I so SWEAR!”.
MY suggestions would read the entire series so you can know what is happening in Chessington and what lead up to this point. 9/10 I suggest you read the book it's amazing.
The Author of this book is Chuck Black made in May 15th, 2007.
The level of this book is a 7.3 Level book, The book was about Gavin who is a Noble Knight in Chessington, and the Difficulties he goes through in this book is incredible.
Kingdoms call is a book series about Sir Gavin, and the Noble Knights of Chessington and a stranger that is causing many problems, Making people believe that the Articles of the Code is a mistake, The Noble Knights not doing their job. Then there’s Shadow knight and Dark Warriors want to assassinate Gavin because he threatened them with a sword, Then the Shadow warriors attacked and Wounded Gavin with a cut on his shoulder. But the Prince of Chessington came to save him in his horse and Defeated the 4 - 5 Warriors, Then told him “Stay strong” or something and rode away on his horse, Then other Noble Knights came to Rescue him, Gavin ordered to take him to Weston in Denrith to tend his wound. When he arrived at Denrith all he heard was talking about Weston putting his wife and kids in danger if he took care of Gavin, cause he could possible be killed or thrown in jail for whatever reason, then he fell asleep. The next he wakes up he is about to ride in a wagon that’s going to take him to Westons home, but he was alerted that the Noble Knights are coming for Gavin, So didn't waste any time, they got Gavin in the cart which was risky cause with the fever and wound on his shoulder would mean death for him for the ride over to the house. The Noble Knights caught up w/ them and some guy jumped off the back to hold them off, and that’s where the chase ends.
Then Gavin wakes up 6 days later, He was starving so he ate dinner and came Sir Nias to deliver a message from the Prince “By the shores of the Crimson River, you shall be made whole”.
Then Nias left, Gavin ordered the he leave right away on his quest, He rode off after Weston Groomed Triumph, Weston gave him a knife that would be Useful for him on his quest. rode off on his quest without hesitation. As they were in the Forest of Renault Triumph drank water from the stream and starting Neighing, Gavin didn’t know what was causing it and tried to calm Triumph down but ended him kicking him in the chest, and a Catalynx came flying down from a tree and Clawed Triumph’s Left leg muscle, and was badly injured and got another hit on the chest, then Gavin swung his knife at the Catalynx, The Catalynx was to weak to get up and Died on the ground. The Silent warriors showed up and didn’t attack but Inspected Triumph “He’s Karian” They were once his enemy but now a Guide/ Ally. They knew where he was because Their horses are Karians to, Karians are horses that sense where and when there is a dying or dead That Prouth was explained on His way to the prince.
When the arrived, a Silent warrior said “Dismount” and pointed at the Prince, “He is waiting for you”. When he walked towards him he feel, “Stand up, Sir Gavin” said the prince, “No my Lord, for I am too ashamed to take in Your Gaze. I cannot bare to what I have caused you, The King, and your People, I could not possible repay the debt.” “You’re right Gavin You cannot repay the debt but you can be Forgiven, Let go of your past and look at mine and make yourself a true not off the prince.” “Pick up your sword” Gavin attempted to grab the sword but was to weak with his arm to do it ‘’ I don't need the strength of your arm to do it all I need is your heart”. “You lack one thing, your sword, you need to start training with your left arm to fight other foes.” So there training began, Gavin was frustrated and angry because he was failing to do stuff with his other hand, But the prince was patient, The next few weeks he mastering the sword with his left hand, no matter the weather conditions they still trained and sparred, but then The prince said “Your training is nearly complete, You soon need to leave me so I can return to my father.” “Gavin I will not send you back to Chessington, I send you far reaches of the kingdom, “Are you prepared for the great adversity that will come if you serve Me?” Prince asked. “I am, my Prince” “Then kneel.”
Gavin Knelt.
“You have knelt as Gavin of Chessington. By the might of the King and the power of His sword, I knight you Sir Gavinaugh of Arretherea, Knight of the Prince!”
“Rise Sir Gavinaugh”
“Go forth and make Arretherea on land once again, Take my freedom to the and the promise of MY Return. Your quest is noble and are worthy to FulFill it!”. Gavinaugh placed his hand over the Prince’s to make his oath. “To the last of beat of my heart, I will, my Prince. I so SWEAR!”.
MY suggestions would read the entire series so you can know what is happening in Chessington and what lead up to this point. 9/10 I suggest you read the book it's amazing.
February 3, 2020
This bounced back from the lows of the last two in the series. The story of Paul was solid. A lot of the issues with the miracles could be avoided, and the author has the chance to get more grounded in the history of the church instead of trying to imagine the unimaginable beauty, grace, and power that was the incarnation.
The writing is still awful. I'm trying to read this aloud to my kids, and the dialogue is wooden, stilted, and awkward. His phrasing is off putting and difficult to work around. Many, MANY, times I find myself just saying the word that makes more sense and moving on. My wife never even noticed, and when I tried to explain why the books were difficult she hadn't known any of this.
The writing is still awful. I'm trying to read this aloud to my kids, and the dialogue is wooden, stilted, and awkward. His phrasing is off putting and difficult to work around. Many, MANY, times I find myself just saying the word that makes more sense and moving on. My wife never even noticed, and when I tried to explain why the books were difficult she hadn't known any of this.
March 9, 2020
This story was well-written, not dumbed down, but clearly written for young adults.
Unfortunately, since it is allegorical in nature, the author leaned more on the message of the story then developing characters and plots. Therefore, it read a bit more juvenile.
But I enjoy stories of knights and medieval timeand I thought the author had an interesting take on a Biblical story.
Quick read.
Unfortunately, since it is allegorical in nature, the author leaned more on the message of the story then developing characters and plots. Therefore, it read a bit more juvenile.
But I enjoy stories of knights and medieval timeand I thought the author had an interesting take on a Biblical story.
Quick read.
August 14, 2023
Again, this book was very easy to read, and was easy to follow and entertaining.
I love that Chuck Black puts questions and discussion questions at the end of each book to help the reader further understand how his story symbolizes stories and characters in the Bible.
The way he blends, and changes perspectives of characters in this story was absolutely genius! I enjoyed reading this book.
Happy Reading!
I love that Chuck Black puts questions and discussion questions at the end of each book to help the reader further understand how his story symbolizes stories and characters in the Bible.
The way he blends, and changes perspectives of characters in this story was absolutely genius! I enjoyed reading this book.
Happy Reading!
July 24, 2024
A very well written book! This is the fourth book in the Kingdom Series, by Chuck Black, and is based on the story of Saul in the Bible. Sir Gavin (Saul) is a Noble Knight, part of a order created to keep order in Chessington. (Israel) He is zealous for the King (God) and the Code. (The Law) A mysterious peasant challenges the Noble Knights, and claims to be the king's son! (Jesus) This is conidered treasonn, and he is betrayed and hanged. But his influence grows even more after his death. Sir Gavin ruthlessly perscutes all his followers until the Prince saves his life
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April 1, 2024
The fourth book has an amazing as the first three. The faith, friends, adventure and the changing of lives are awesome. It is like the stories from the bible are in a timeline that is on another level. I think it would be best for teens because of the bloodshed, drama and other thing that are not for little kids.
August 15, 2017
I thought this was the best in the series so far. It continues into the early beginnings of the book of Acts, the martyrdom of Stephen and Paul's transformation. Of course, like the rest of the series, this is done through symbolism.
September 3, 2019
A challenge with accomplished
It can't be easy to allegorically change the events of an amazing man's life while still maintaining the truth of Scripture, and yet make it equally exciting and adventuresome. The author has accomplished this very well.
It can't be easy to allegorically change the events of an amazing man's life while still maintaining the truth of Scripture, and yet make it equally exciting and adventuresome. The author has accomplished this very well.
July 4, 2020
This book is really good!!! I gave it four starts just cause it's not my favorite book in the series, (#5 is lol) but it was really good! I like how it goes along with the Bible and Revelation and stuff. It was great!
August 14, 2021
Gavin is a top knight for the kingdom. He learns along his path that the code he has been enforcing may not be the true Code. After one of his trials he learns what the true Code is and is taken into the Prince's army to ensure that the true Code is followed.
April 5, 2024
!! DNF
I only read the first 10 chapters, and I completely lost interest in this book.
I feel like this book might interest other people, but it's just a no for me. Don't get me wrong, the first few chapters were great, but the others weren't.
I only read the first 10 chapters, and I completely lost interest in this book.
I feel like this book might interest other people, but it's just a no for me. Don't get me wrong, the first few chapters were great, but the others weren't.
June 18, 2019
Very well-written, but almost too parallel to the Bible, while having too much poetic licence to be a completely accurate interpretation thereof.
December 7, 2019
This is amazing, the best out of all so far.
July 25, 2020
Interesting but shallow and redundant to the previous book. Decent telling of the story of Paul
December 20, 2020
A little slow, but again more cohesive than some of the former stories.
June 18, 2022
Good book entertaining and exciting!
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