The Shack - a tale of tragedy, grief and redemption. (The Shack - William P. Young)

Member Name: trinasnow1

Product:	The Shack - William P. Young
Date:	12/09/09 (14 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Raises interesting questions regarding religion

Disadvantages: Heavy handed plot devises

The shack is in essence Christian doctrine dressed up in the form of one mans tragedy and his subsequent grief and redemption. I found the novel to be interesting and the religious aspect did not swamp the storyline too much and it did raise a few theological discussions regarding the role of religion and God in modern day society. I would recommend the novel to others for that reason alone.
However, the main protagonists redemption is a rather heavy handed and formulaic plot device to ensure the readers reach the authors intended religious message that a) belief can not be forced and b)God is in everything.
Individual responses to this novel probably vary greatly and may depend on whether readers are religious or have been affected by tragedy or illness. Which will make the novels story and message more poignant and meaningful. I am slightly sinical however regarding the almost chain letter aspect to the request to buy and give a copy to all your friends/ neighbours, no wonder he/she has sold so many copies.

Summary: Quick review