Title: Nefilim
Author: Thomas E. Sniegoski
First published March 5, 2003
320 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9788376860299
Rating: 3.66
Overview
Aaron is not a bad guy. He’s just different.
Orphaned in childhood, impulsive, and prone to incomprehensible behavior. A loner and outsider.
After years of wandering, he finally found his place in Tom and Lori Stanley’s home. Now he tries to live just like other people.
But he is not human. On the eve of his eighteenth birthday, he begins to dream.
He sees a battlefield, chaos, fallen armor, raised swords. Blood.
He hears the clang of weapons, hateful cries, and the groans of the dying. And the flapping of enormous wings obscuring the stormy sky.
Born of an angel and a mortal woman, Aaron is a Nephilim. A creature abhorrent to God and His Powers.
The last hope of the fallen. The verdict has already been passed on him! Following Aaron’s trail is the commander of the divine Powers, Verchiel.
The end justifies the means. There will be no prisoners in this war.
About the Author
Thomas E. Sniegoski has authored over 24 novels for readers of all ages.
His most successful work to date is the Fallen series, which was adapted into three successful TV movies by ABC Family Channel. Other notable works for teens include Sleeper Code, Sleeper Agenda, Force Majeure, and the upcoming series, The Brimstone Network.
Sniegoski has also authored several works for younger readers, including Billy Hooten: Owlboy and the fantasy quartet OutCast, co-authored with Christopher Golden. Universal has plans to adapt OutCast into a film.
Sniegoski and Golden have collaborated on multiple creator-owned comic book series, including The Sisterhood, which is also being developed for a feature film by InterMedia, and Talent, currently in development at Universal after a major bidding war.
As a comic book writer, Sniegoski has worked on the prequel miniseries Stupid, Stupid Rat Tails to the international hit Bone, collaborating with creator Jeff Smith. He has also collaborated with Golden on the graphic novel BPRD: Hollow Earth, a spinoff from Hellboy.
Sniegoski resides in Massachusetts with his wife LeeAnne and their Labrador Retriever, Mulder. His latest young adult novel, Legacy, is set to be released in October 2009.
Editoral Review
Thomas E. Sniegoski’s Nefilim is a gripping fantasy novel that explores the eternal conflict between good and evil, drawing inspiration from biblical lore and ancient myths.
With its compelling characters, vivid world-building, and fast-paced action, Nefilim is a must-read for fans of the genre. At its heart, Nefilim tells the story of Aaron Corbet, a seemingly ordinary teenager who discovers that he is not human, but rather a half-angel, half-demon hybrid known as a Nephilim.
As Aaron grapples with his newfound powers and identity, he is thrust into a dangerous world of supernatural beings, where dark forces conspire to destroy him and his allies. Sniegoski’s writing is both engaging and evocative, transporting readers to a richly imagined world filled with angels, demons, and other mystical creatures.
The novel is brimming with action and suspense, as Aaron and his friends battle against powerful enemies and unravel the mystery of his heritage. But Nefilim is more than just a thrilling adventure story.
It also explores deeper themes of identity, belonging, and redemption, as Aaron struggles to come to terms with his dual nature and find his place in the world. The novel’s portrayal of the Nephilim as outsiders, shunned by both angels and demons, is a poignant reflection on the universal human experience of feeling like an outsider.
One of the book’s only weaknesses is that it can at times feel a bit formulaic, treading familiar ground in the genre. The characters, while likable, are not always fully fleshed out, and the pacing can be uneven at times.
However, these minor flaws do not detract from the overall excellence of Nefilim. Sniegoski’s skillful world-building, dynamic storytelling, and thought-provoking themes make this a standout work in the fantasy genre.
For fans of similar works such as Cassandra Clare’s Shadowhunters series or Deborah Harkness’s All Souls Trilogy, Nefilim is a highly recommended read. With its seamless blend of supernatural elements and emotional resonance, this book is sure to captivate and thrill readers.
We give it a solid four out of five stars.
