Chris

An elegant, memorable epic.

Reviewed: 02-19-15

If you could sum up Crusade of Tears in three words, what would they be?

Profound, inspiring, memorable

What other book might you compare Crusade of Tears to and why?

This is a hard one. I guess 'Lord of the Rings,' though admittedly Baker is not Tolkien. But the theme of journey is very similar, as is the rich use of allusion, metaphor and didactic exposition.

Have you listened to any of Colin Fluxman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No. But Mr.Fluxman offers an outstanding narration.

If you could take any character from Crusade of Tears out to dinner, who would it be and why?

This one's easy. Father Pieter would be my choice. I can honestly say that I'll never forget this shrewd, mischievous, wise old man. He has a sense of humor, is refreshingly authentic, and intelligent. His spirituality is inviting; he never preaches but is tuned to the mystical realities.

Any additional comments?

I found this book to be a profound exploration of the troubling mystery of suffering under the eyes of a loving God. The author did a masterful job of weaving allusion, metaphor, and old fashioned story telling to create characters I will never forget. Given the style and the theme, I do understand how this book may not be for everyone. But I very much enjoyed the complexity of the plot and the elegant description of time and place. The overwhelming effect of this epic was astonishing at deep levels.

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