I purchased both volumes of his planned four volume set on Mormon theology but I haven't got to them yet. The editors at FARMS gave the books four stars (highest rating indicating an outstanding, seminal work of the kind that appears only rarely). Richard Sherlocks review finished with this conclusion.
Ostler's project is deeply important. Perhaps it signals the start of a true intellectually rigorous Mormon theological tradition that can stand on its own with other theologies like those of Thomism or, more recently, Karl Barth. Furthermore it might signal that we as a people are mature enough as a tradition to engage in robust theological conversations among ourselves. Such a development can only be welcomed. True faith is strong enough to withstand the most probing inquiry and analysis. It may well be the right time for Ostler's project and the right time for others to engage him in dialogue.
I'm looking forward to digging into Ostlers work.
Do I need to say .... Duh?
I was being facetious since NandL posted almost his whole book.