Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
In Angels in the Real World, MB Kaye outlines a cosmic structure consisting of three realms: the third heaven, where God resides; the second heaven, inhabited by angels; and Earth, the first heaven. Kaye details the hierarchy of angels, including Cherubim, Seraphim, and Archangels, each with specific functions such as overseeing divine operations, worship, and managing natural disasters. Historical accounts include the roles of angels in guiding leaders like Gideon and Samson, assisting figures like Moses and Elijah, and intervening in a multitude of significant events. Kaye branches out into areas such as prehistoric extinctions, crop circles, and the Bermuda Triangle, leaning into Earth angels playing roles in these phenomena. Kaye also discusses the roles of angels in health crises, divine protection plans, and cosmic stability, including the transformation of Lucifer into Satan and future raptures for the righteous and remaining humans.
"The Angel of the Lord picks up the pieces and smooths out rough spots. Peace comes to planet Earth." MB Kaye does an exceptional job of showing readers how divine intervention shapes human history in Angels in the Real World, and that God and His messengers are actively involved in guiding humanity. For me, what sets Kaye's work apart from other books is the integration of scientific perspectives with the spiritual, bridging the gap between faith and reason. I think is extremely important for outreach and being able to show people that these two things are not mutually exclusive. For example, Kaye acknowledges the scientific theory of the Big Bang while simultaneously framing the creation of Earth as a deliberate, spiritual act. The writing style is intelligent but very accessible, and the stances Kaye takes are always grounded in scripture, and supported by various sources. I walked away with a far better understanding of the world of angels than I started with. Very highly recommended.