Book Review: The Final Summit by Andy Andrews

I think that this book came with glue on the outside of the dust jacket. Once I picked it up and started to read it, I could put it down. This book continues with the exploits of David Ponder. He has brought to the “Final Summit” by the angel Gabriel. He is one of many people who are picked to help mankind on the quest for the answer to the question “What does humanity need to do, individually and collectively, to restore itself to the pathway toward successful civilization?” David is then put to task to understand this along with the likes of great historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Joan of Arc and even King David.

I liked the book from the perspective of bringing in historical characters that have had an influence of people throughout time to help David with his task. For some it might be difficult to follow the path of the character of David Ponder without having read the previous book The Traveler’s Gift, but to some degree it stands on its own.

I really appreciate the reader’s guide at the end. I think that if one is serious about engaging the book that they should read it then re-read it with a group or oneself and use the reading guide to go along with it.

Another thing I appreciate is that while it is Christian, it is not overtly Christian. Sure the setting is in Heaven, but there is not a bunch of Biblical quotes or theology that is spread throughout the book. I think that this is important since it might allow for non-believers to engage through this book and open doors for possible discussion down the road.

The book is rather history to help give perspective on the characters in the book and some people may not like that, but I appreciate it, especially for those who are not completely familiar with the rich histories of each character.

Some people may also be disappointed with the answer to the question, I will not express it here, but I can say that after reading it, that it provides a valuable insight for all of us. While it may seem overly simplified, it is still something that we have to take into consideration in all that we do, if we do not consider what Andrews says to us in this book, and then we are doomed to live in our own self-fulfilling prophecies.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their Book Review Blogger program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”