The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids) By Jenkins and Lahaye

Jenkins, Jerry B., and Tim LaHaye. The Vanishings (Left Behind: The Kids). Wheaton: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., 1998.

Summary

Around the globe, in one shocking moment millions disappear. For those that are left behind will face the uncertain future, and especially for four kids who are now alone. As they search for answers they are told the truth behind the disappearances. The question they must ask themselves is that are they ready to believe? Judd, Vicki, Lionel, and Ryan must band together to find faith and fight the evil forces that threaten their lives.

Personal Opinions/Reactions

The Vanishings is just the first one of a series of books that will teach children about the Rapture and Tribulation, and is based on the adult series Left Behind. Jenkins and LaHaye do a fantastic job of explaining the Rapture through the eyes of four children who do not believe. They write the book in a very realistic fashion, and will have readers questioning their beliefs at the end. After reading the first book you can not help, but want to continue to read further into the series. It is an easy read for students, and the four children’s characters are relatable.

I would recommend this book for children ten and up who are interested in learning about the Rapture and Tribulation.

Reviews

This series is based on the best-selling book Left Behind.

Jenkins writings has reached the New York Times best-seller list three times.

LaHaye is the author of numerous international best-sellers with sales over eleven million copies.