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Into a Strange Land (The McGunnegal Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Ben Anderson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 65 ratings
The McGunnegals are all strange, and it has been that way for generations. They are too strong, or too fast, or too smart, and odd things happened when they are around. The neighbors say they are witches or devils, or have been snatched by changelings. Mothers hold their children close when they walk by, fearing they might catch the McGunnegal strangeness. But misfortune besets them when their mother, Ellie, disappears, followed by their crazy grandfather, but not before he reveals a family secret to Colleen and Frederick - a secret that reveals the source of their strangeness, and also threatens to cast the dark shadow of famine on Ireland. He has opened a portal to the world of the Others, where their mother has gone, and a dark creature - a goblin - has come in her place and is spreading death and disease. They fall through this portal, and find this strange land filled with dark creatures that are crushing its people and now threaten to come through the portal and take up their abode in the world of Men, as they once did long ago. Yet in this dark world of oppression, this poor family discovers who they are, and also what it means to be truly human.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 18 years
  2. Book 1 of 7
    The McGunnegal Chronicles
  3. Print length
    274 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Accessibility
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  6. Publication date
    December 8, 2013
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  8. Word Wise
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  10. ISBN-13
    978-1491071434
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Ben Anderson is a novelist, song writer, singer, rock climber, hiker, husband, father, and Orthodox Christian. The McGunnegal Chronicles was born out of bedtime stories that he told to his four children when they were young, and which they urged him to write down and put into book form. The series promises to have numerous books.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00E44HL2S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ben Anderson
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2013
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 3rd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.2 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 274 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1491071434
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 7 ‏ : ‎ The McGunnegal Chronicles
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 18 years
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 65 ratings

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Ben Anderson is the author of the McGunnegal Chronicles, a song writer, rock climber, backpacker, outdoor enthusiast, father, husband, and Orthodox Christian.

When his children were young, he told them bedtime stories almost every night, and these stretched out for years. They enjoyed these so much that they encouraged him to write them down, and these became The McGunnegal Chronicles.

Ben gathers inspiration from the great outdoors, fairy tales and legends, the teachings of the Orthodox Church Fathers, and from the funny and amazing stories that people tell.

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Customers find this fantasy book engaging and keep their interest until the end, with well-developed characters and a fast-paced narrative. Moreover, the writing quality receives positive feedback, and customers appreciate the pacing, with one review noting its Judeo-Christian lessons.

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18 customers mention "Interest"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and delightful, noting that it keeps readers interested until the end and provides clean adventure.

"From the pits to the shores--of Ireland to Wales, this story snares the imagination and imprisons it to the end,leaving the reader wanting more...." Read more

"...She loves this story and doesn't want me to stop reading at night. On a mere story level, it is very engaging...." Read more

"I finished reading Into a Strange Land and enjoyed it thoroughly. It is a delightful book and reminds me a little of the Hobbit...." Read more

"I enjoyed this book and hope to pass it onto my sons for their enjoyment...." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer noting its refreshingly clean style.

"...It was never boring. The best thing about it was the refreshingly clean writing, which allows me to recommend the book for any age...." Read more

"...Great depth in character development with a classic good vs. evil plot. This book took me away; it was a welcome break from my current deployment...." Read more

"awesome books I have read all 5 and am waiting for the 6th to come out" Read more

"...All in all, the novel is a good value at the Kindle price. It's decent and fun enough to read...." Read more

5 customers mention "Pacing"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, with several noting its allegorical elements, and one customer highlighting its Judeo-Christian lessons.

"...I loved the inference to Christianity throughout within and without the sequence of events and rallied around Colleen's family at every turn...." Read more

"...together by love, hopeful resilience in times of struggle and a transforming faith." Read more

"...I especially liked the allegory and allusion to scripture. Into a Strange Land is full of hope and good...." Read more

"...While I liked the action/adventure story, I thoroughly enjoyed the Judeo-Christian lessons and metaphors found throughout the story...." Read more

4 customers mention "Character development"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...The characters are lovable and hatable--from Colleen to Mable--they fit the description of the have nots and the haves who are so greedy they are..." Read more

"...On a mere story level, it is very engaging. The deeper themes encountered through the characters and plot will lead to opportunities to discuss..." Read more

"...Great depth in character development with a classic good vs. evil plot. This book took me away; it was a welcome break from my current deployment...." Read more

"...The characters were well developed and interesting. The family bonds made this a fine story for all ages on a level with Harry Potter." Read more

3 customers mention "Pace"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's fast pace.

"...I appreciated the pace of the book. It was never boring...." Read more

"...The action in the book keeps it moving quickly and I can't wait for the sequel to be published...." Read more

"This is a great folk tale that was fast paced and imaginative. The characters were well developed and interesting...." Read more

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  • Perfectly Blessed
    5.0 out of 5 stars Heaven Inspired Magic!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2014
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    From the pits to the shores--of Ireland to Wales, this story snares the imagination and imprisons it to the end,leaving the reader wanting more.

    The characters are lovable and hatable--from Colleen to Mable--they fit the description of the have nots and the haves who are so greedy they are willing to do anything to satisfy their greed.

    I loved the inference to Christianity throughout within and without the sequence of events and rallied around Colleen's family at every turn.

    I also could not miss the inference regarding other fairy tales and I think the author managed to include them all--especially the subtle reference to Sleeping beauty. At any rate, the goblins, the gnomes, the leprechauns, fairies and elves kept my imagination honed for the next reveal and of course the goblins and witches and magic everywhere.

    There are a few proofreading issues, but they are not so many that they distract. I think behind the attempts to capture the Irish brogue and the English along with the language of the magical lands, the author may have stopped proofreading, but the tale is one that will live in the mind of the readers for a very long time.

    I eagerly anticipate the author's ability to maintain an interest and the development of his characters in other books. Way to go!
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  • MBFeldman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great story for fantasy loving adults and kids alike
    Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2013
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    My daughter is 7 years old, a bit younger than the target audience. She loves this story and doesn't want me to stop reading at night. On a mere story level, it is very engaging. The deeper themes encountered through the characters and plot will lead to opportunities to discuss important spiritual and moral issues with older children. The McGonnegal family is a wonderful example of a close family who is bonded together by love, hopeful resilience in times of struggle and a transforming faith.
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  • Book Maven
    4.0 out of 5 stars Clean, full of adventure, hope and good
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2015
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    I finished reading Into a Strange Land and enjoyed it thoroughly. It is a delightful book and reminds me a little of the Hobbit. I appreciated the pace of the book. It was never boring. The best thing about it was the refreshingly clean writing, which allows me to recommend the book for any age. I especially liked the allegory and allusion to scripture. Into a Strange Land is full of hope and good. It does indeed whisper of deep things and give clean adventure.

    I would recommend the book for any age and am sure it would make a nice bedtime storybook to read to kids. I just have to read the next book and am looking forward to it.
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  • John Maranto
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Next Tolkien or Lewis?
    Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2014
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    I enjoyed this book and hope to pass it onto my sons for their enjoyment. The story is reminiscent of "The Hobbit" and the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. While I liked the action/adventure story, I thoroughly enjoyed the Judeo-Christian lessons and metaphors found throughout the story. Is Ben Anderson the next J. R. R. Tolkien or C. S. Lewis? I look forward to reading the second and third books of this trilogy!
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  • Linda
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2017
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    Really holds your interest. Bought it on a whim when I met the author at an Irish Festival and didn't get a chance to read it for a while. But the plot is very interesting and the writing is done in such a way that it holds your interest throughout the book.
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  • S. Hamilton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love the book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2013
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    I read quite a few books that are intended for middle school or young adult readers. This book combines Irish lore with some good principles for this age group. The action in the book keeps it moving quickly and I can't wait for the sequel to be published. I'd highly recommend this book for older children and adults who love a good story!
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  • Lil Ruth
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cliffhanger ending
    Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2017
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    No idea that I would have to buy not one but two more books to find out what happens to the heroine and the siblings she has been separated from. Seems somewhat inspired by the Wizard of Oz, as the family ends up separated by something unusual happening, and there are lots of different sizes of human-resembling folk, plus the heroine is only 13 years old and ends up in a different world. It did keep me up late many nights to see what would would happen next, but not saving to my Kindle, which holds many books with stand-alone endings.
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  • dw
    5.0 out of 5 stars great book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2021
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    awesome books I have read all 5 and am waiting for the 6th to come out
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  • dana
    5.0 out of 5 stars cool
    Reviewed in Germany on June 23, 2020
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    i found the story very captivating - old meets the new- it’s different and i like everything that is out of the ordinary
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