Assassins (Left Behind, Book 6) by Jerry B. Jenkins

One sentence summary:

The sixth book in the Left Behind series, ‘Assassins’, follows the continued struggle of a group of individuals left behind after the Rapture as they face tribulations and the rise of an international leader.

Book genre:

Christian apocalyptic fiction

Main topic of the book:

The main topic of the book is the struggles and challenges faced by those left behind after the Rapture and the rise of an international leader known as Nicolae Carpathia, who is believed to be the Antichrist from biblical prophecy.

Key ideas:

• The consequences of the Rapture and the rise of the Antichrist and his regime
• The inner turmoil and struggles of those left behind as they try to survive in a post-apocalyptic world
• The power and influence of faith and belief in the face of adversity

Main parts of the book and a short summary:

1. The Setup: The book begins with the aftermath of the Rapture and the chaos and confusion it has caused for those left behind. Rayford Steele, Nicolae’s former pilot, leads a group that includes his daughter Chloe and journalist Buck Williams as they try to make sense of what has happened.
2. The Rise of the Antichrist: As the group struggles to survive and find their way in the new world, they soon discover that Nicolae Carpathia, their former friend and leader of the United Nations, is now in control and is believed to be the Antichrist of biblical prophecy.
3. The Tribulation Force: Rayford and his group join with others who are also against Nicolae’s regime and form a group known as the Tribulation Force. They are determined to spread the truth of the Rapture and oppose Nicolae’s plans to create a one-world government and religion.
4. The Resistance: As the Tribulation Force continues their efforts, they also face opposition from a group of individuals known as the Global Community Peacekeepers, who are loyal to Nicolae and are tasked with eliminating any threats to his rule.
5. The Final Showdown: As tension and violence escalate, the Tribulation Force and the Global Community Peacekeepers face off in a final showdown. In the midst of the chaos, Rayford and Buck must also confront their own personal struggles and doubts about their faith.

Key takeaways:

• The power of faith and belief in the face of adversity
• The consequences of the Rapture and the rise of the Antichrist
• The importance of standing up for one’s beliefs and principles

Author’s background and qualifications:

Jerry B. Jenkins is a well-known American writer and novelist, best known for his collaboration with Tim LaHaye on the Left Behind series. He has also written over 180 books, including mysteries, thrillers, and non-fiction titles. He has won several awards for his writing, including 11 Gold Medallion Awards and a Platinum Book Award. Jenkins is also a former vice president for publishing and currently serves as chairman of the board for the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association.

Target audience:

The target audience for ‘Assassins’ and the Left Behind series is primarily Christian readers interested in end-times and apocalyptic literature. However, the series has also gained a wider audience due to its action-packed plot and exploration of faith and morality.

Publisher and first publication date:

‘Assassins’ was published by Tyndale House Publishers and was released in 1999. It is the sixth book in the Left Behind series, which was published between 1995 and 2007.

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