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The first in the Left Behind prequel series. An enjoyable read, setting the stage for the Left Behind series to come. (

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adeej | Oct 17, 2009 |

Left behind series, loved all of them. (

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mjai | Sep 11, 2009 |

This book is the first book in the Left Behind series. All the Character development starts here. Nicolae is born and grows into a teen. Satan's presence is felt. (

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amacmillen | Jan 2, 2009 |

Great Book! A definite must read if you read the original Left Behind Series. This gives a lot of answers to the questions about what happened before the Rapture. The only thing that got me was the use of some words that I couldnt even begin to comprehend. I think they were foreign but not sure what language. But all in all a great book and must read for all left behind fans. (

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kymmayfield | Sep 1, 2008 |

All of the Left Behind books are provacative and page turning. I read them all at least once a year. (

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ShortyBond | Mar 8, 2008 |

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Series (with order)

Left Behind (0.1|prequel 1)

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The Rising: Antichrist Is Born

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Belvidere, Illinois, USA

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Lafayette, Indiana, USA

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New York Times bestseller (Fiction, 2005)

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The Rising (Left Behind)

Tim LaHaye

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Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0842360565, Hardcover)

The Rising begins a new Left Behind series that will give you a glimpse into the lives of your favorite characters before the Rapture. Have you ever wondered what life was like before the Rapture for Rayford, Irene, and Chloe Steele, Bruce Barnes, Buck Williams, and Tsion Ben Judah? Plus, see why Viv Ivins plays such a pivotal role in Nicolae Carpathia's life. What were the events surrounding Nicolae's sudden rise to power? How did he become filled with evil? You will find all these answers and more in this exciting new series!

In The Rising,Marilena Carpathia has only one dream: to be a mother. So when a mysterious clairvoyant promises the fulfillment of this dream, Marilena does not hesitate. Through genetic engineering and the power of the prince of darkness himself, Marilena is about to become a chosen vessel, one who will unknowingly give birth to the greatest evil the world has ever known.

Halfway around the world, God's plans are subtly being carried out too. Young Ray Steele is determined to avoid one day taking over the family business. Instead, Ray sets his heart on becoming a pilot.

Soon Carpathia's and Steele's lives will intersect. And good and evil will clash in an explosion that will shake the world.

The eternal battle for souls has come to earth. The world hurtles toward the countdown to the Rapture.

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