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The Herod Chronicles #4
Apostate Priest
Family turmoil led JAMES ONIAS to leave both the priesthood and the Jewish faith. But at the invitation of King Herod, he returns to Jerusalem with the prospect of rebuilding the city in the king’s grand design. James’s obsession with becoming a renowned master builder is second only to his love for Elizabeth Boethus. Married to a longtime rival, Elizabeth is about to be executed for adultery. Certain of her innocence, James whisks her to his ancestral home and appeals to King Herod for help. Seeing all his desires within reach, James is prepared to dupe or undermine anyone in his way. Anyone except Elizabeth.
Once a defiled outcast, ELIZABETH BOETHUS is overjoyed by the prospect of again worshiping at the Temple, but joy turns to terror when her husband accuses her of unfaithfulness. Elizabeth’s relief over her rescue proves brief. Though she has always loved him, a marriage to James the Apostate means disgrace and treacherous court intrigues. Elizabeth faces the fight of her life convincing James to let her go. Especially when her heart is working against her.
James’s goals of safeguarding Elizabeth and becoming master builder are tangled with the deadly strife roiling King Herod’s household. The king suspects everyone of treachery—even his royal-born wife. Anyone could be the next victim of his unstable temper. Meanwhile, Elizabeth fears for James’s soul as he plots to earn the title of Herod’s master builder.
Will hate and misery be the victor? Or will love and joy triumph? Will the APOSTATE PRIEST be conquered by selfish passions…or choose the path of redemption?
Once a defiled outcast, ELIZABETH BOETHUS is overjoyed by the prospect of again worshiping at the Temple, but joy turns to terror when her husband accuses her of unfaithfulness. Elizabeth’s relief over her rescue proves brief. Though she has always loved him, a marriage to James the Apostate means disgrace and treacherous court intrigues. Elizabeth faces the fight of her life convincing James to let her go. Especially when her heart is working against her.
James’s goals of safeguarding Elizabeth and becoming master builder are tangled with the deadly strife roiling King Herod’s household. The king suspects everyone of treachery—even his royal-born wife. Anyone could be the next victim of his unstable temper. Meanwhile, Elizabeth fears for James’s soul as he plots to earn the title of Herod’s master builder.
Will hate and misery be the victor? Or will love and joy triumph? Will the APOSTATE PRIEST be conquered by selfish passions…or choose the path of redemption?
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2019
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Wanda Ann Thomas
18 books71 followersWanda Ann Thomas is the author of Sweet Historical Western Romances and Historical Christian Fiction. She adores heart-felt love stories, featuring honorable heroes and courageous heroines. Men and women who will brave any danger for loved ones and who struggle against overwhelming obstacles to win their happily ever after.
Wanda starts each day bright and early at her computer writing and drinking coffee. When the weather allows she and her husband average three rounds of golf a week. She confesses to being overly fond of chocolate chips cookies, winter vacations spent in sunny Florida, and her large boisterous family.
Wanda starts each day bright and early at her computer writing and drinking coffee. When the weather allows she and her husband average three rounds of golf a week. She confesses to being overly fond of chocolate chips cookies, winter vacations spent in sunny Florida, and her large boisterous family.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
November 18, 2020
I was so sad when the series ended!
These books reminded me of Francine Rivers' Mark of the Lion series in their adept handling of historical Jewish fiction. I had to read the story of the Onias' family, all four books as quickly as I could, as they were SO good. Highly
recommend.
These books reminded me of Francine Rivers' Mark of the Lion series in their adept handling of historical Jewish fiction. I had to read the story of the Onias' family, all four books as quickly as I could, as they were SO good. Highly
recommend.
December 8, 2018
Good story, bad proofreading
As in past books in this series, a good proofreading would’ve taken this from 3 stars to 5. Disappointing something so easy takes away from the book. Overall entertaining read
As in past books in this series, a good proofreading would’ve taken this from 3 stars to 5. Disappointing something so easy takes away from the book. Overall entertaining read
November 2, 2020
I really love Elizabeth, but this book, I wished that James had changed more in the beginning. I did love the secondary story best! The historical part could make you realize what a horrible man Herod was.
April 16, 2022
the story continues
Enjoyed seeing characters we previously met develop their own story lines and others are revisited. King Herod remains a central character with whom the story lines are interwoven. Have enjoyed all four books in this series.
Penny Callaghan
Enjoyed seeing characters we previously met develop their own story lines and others are revisited. King Herod remains a central character with whom the story lines are interwoven. Have enjoyed all four books in this series.
Penny Callaghan
August 26, 2020
Fantastic series about Herod the Great...king in the New Testament. Sure puts him in New and different light.
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January 8, 2021this book is interesting and enlightning
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