The Shack

I don't know if I agree with everything in the book, but it's a good story nonetheless. And it does offer some good insights. However, after giving it more thought, consideration and research, I'm editing my rating down to 2 stars. There are just too many false teachings in this book for me to really feel comfortable with it. There's just enough truth here to make it dangerous. Parts of it are good indeed, but a lot is either too vague or contrary to what God himself has said in his word.

Update May 2017

Back up to 3 stars. I'm more open minded now than I was when I first read this book, and as a result I think I'm able to better appreciate the beauty here. Mr. Young does have some good things to say, things that many broken hearts need.

That said, along with the words of truth and beauty are words that directly or indirectly contradict scripture.

I can recommend this if you're curious and want to see what all the fuss is about, provided you, 1. remember this is fiction, not a theology book, and 2. keep your discernment hat on tight.