The Complete Circle Series

There is a lot in these books I really like. I love the portrayal of coming to know and experience the love God has for me as an individual. The portrayal of the mystery of who God is and how we use our traditions to try to remember him, but tradition without relationship turns into empty religion without power to make any real difference in our lives. 

I think the story could have been shorter with a number of times something is repeated or explained removed. Sometimes it feels like the characters are stuck in a feedback loop, unable to move forward. Yet that is a realistic representation of most of us in this life, so perhaps that deserves more thought. 

I do enjoy this series and it will hold a special place as it encouraged me in a time I needed it.