The Bell Tolling is an indie published religious fantasy. The story follows a religious leader and his followers tasked with saving the people. It is an interesting combination of purity of self and very violent actions. The book is full of killing and all sorts of violence but the characters are so pure in thought that it is almost hard to believe. 

I am not an extraordinarily religious person so I had difficulty grasping the instant obedience and unwavering faith that the characters had. However, that is exactly who they are supposed to be and they were portrayed well. 

The story did start off a little slow but picked up quickly. I think it was more a matter of being oriented into the world and meeting all the characters. Once that is done then the plot takes off. 

If you enjoy religious or faith centered fantasy then I believe you will adore The Bell Tolling.