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Light in the Empire #8
Honor Bound
Honor had forced him to protect her. Time would tell if he’d regret it.Marcus Brutus owns estates, ships, and gladiator schools that increase his fortune daily, but his greatest treasures are his honor and his wife. When she reveals her faith in Jesus before dying after the birth of their son, he’s consumed by hatred for the unnamed Christian woman who led his beloved to abandon the Roman gods, making him lose her in this life and the next.For fifteen years, Licinia’s father hid her Christian faith. But now her father is dead, and a ruthless political enemy is hunting for anything to destroy her brother. When she becomes the target, her brother sends her to their estate in Germania. But is that far enough to protect her from an evil man who will stop at nothing?A carriage accident leaves Brutus injured and his best friend near death, and Licinia cares for them. When her brother's enemies come and he learns she’s the Christian who corrupted his wife, does honor require him to protect her or turn her over as an enemy of Rome? And when Licinia’s heart is drawn toward the pagan man who makes money off death, can she reconcile her growing affection with her love for Christ?Dangerous times, difficult friendships, lives transformed by forgiveness and loveHonor Bound is the eighth volume in the Light in the Empire series. These novels will take you around the Empire, from Germania and Britannia to Thracia, Dacia, Judaea, North Africa, Roman Egypt, and, of course, to Rome itself. Each can be read as a stand-alone and includes discussion questions for groups."This is a fabulous ancient-world series of novels that follow the lives of fictional early Christians. Carol is meticulous with her research and a true expert on Ancient Rome! History lovers and those who enjoy my biblical books are going to LOVE this series!" -- Roseanna White, best-selling author and Christy Award winner.If you enjoy the Roman-era Biblical fiction of Tessa Afshar and Francine River’s Mark of the Lion series, you’ll love the stand-alone novels of the Light in the Empire series.Buy Honor Bound to enjoy a faith-filled adventure today.
438 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 22, 2020
About the author
Carol Ashby
15 books143 followersCarol Ashby has been a professional writer for most of her life, but her articles and books were about lasers and compound semiconductors (the electronics that make cell phones, laser pointers, and LED displays work). She still writes about light, but her Light in the Empire series tells stories of difficult friendships and life-changing decisions in dangerous times, where forgiveness and love open hearts to discover their own faith in Christ. Her fascination with the Roman Empire was born during her first middle-school Latin class. A research career in New Mexico inspires her to get every historical detail right so she can spin stories that make her readers feel like they’re living under the Caesars themselves.
Set during the reigns of Trajan and Hadrian, her Light in the Empire series will take you around the Empire, from Germania and Britannia to Thracia, Dacia, Africa, and Judaea and, of course, to Rome itself.
Each novel can be read stand-alone, but they do sometimes share characters or locations. To see how all the stories are related, visit https://carolashby.com/novel-relation....
Read her articles about many facets of Roman history at "Life in the Roman Empire: Historical Fact and Fiction" (carolashby.com) or join her at her blog, "The Beauty of Truth," at carol-ashby.com.
Set during the reigns of Trajan and Hadrian, her Light in the Empire series will take you around the Empire, from Germania and Britannia to Thracia, Dacia, Africa, and Judaea and, of course, to Rome itself.
Each novel can be read stand-alone, but they do sometimes share characters or locations. To see how all the stories are related, visit https://carolashby.com/novel-relation....
Read her articles about many facets of Roman history at "Life in the Roman Empire: Historical Fact and Fiction" (carolashby.com) or join her at her blog, "The Beauty of Truth," at carol-ashby.com.
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June 22, 2020
"How could something that seemed unbelievable be true? But if it was, how could a man not choose to believe it?"
This is the first book by Carol Ashby that I have read and it was truly delightful. It is book 8 in the Light in the Empire series but can be read as a stand-alone. There are many minor characters with cameo appearances or mentions in this book from previous books and backstories to some of the major characters in this story but I didn't feel like I missed anything while I was reading due to the author's meticulous character development. The plot is beautifully laid out and I really felt like I was living in 123 AD Rome. I learned a lot about how Roman society functions, with its complicated political and hierarchical structure, as well as about the business side of owning gladiators and training schools, and day-to-day events of a well-run estate during this period. This book is an epic journey of secrets, pain and grief, honor and sacrifice, God's Providence, and, ultimately, repentance and acceptance of God's forgiveness and mercy set in a glimmering but dangerous Roman world where Christians are hunted.
Licinia (also called Calvia) is a Christian woman whose faith is kept secret by her senatorial father and brother. She is loving, compassionate, and tender but knows how to stand up for justice and mercy. Circumstances send her away from Rome, guarded by slaves who are also fellow believers. Brutus is a successful merchant and owner of multiple gladiators and training schools who is blinded by grief and rage at losing his wife in childbirth. Their friendship is unlikely and their romance quite sweet but their relationship takes a back seat to the relationship Jesus pursues with each of the major characters. The faith of those who are already believes is astounding and the conversion scenes of those who turn to Jesus in the story are raw and powerful. There is even a bit of suspense as Licinia is tracked by an evil family who seeks to blackmail her brother.
If you enjoy historical fiction, especially one set in second century Rome, you will thoroughly enjoy this book. I received a copy of the book from the author/publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
This is the first book by Carol Ashby that I have read and it was truly delightful. It is book 8 in the Light in the Empire series but can be read as a stand-alone. There are many minor characters with cameo appearances or mentions in this book from previous books and backstories to some of the major characters in this story but I didn't feel like I missed anything while I was reading due to the author's meticulous character development. The plot is beautifully laid out and I really felt like I was living in 123 AD Rome. I learned a lot about how Roman society functions, with its complicated political and hierarchical structure, as well as about the business side of owning gladiators and training schools, and day-to-day events of a well-run estate during this period. This book is an epic journey of secrets, pain and grief, honor and sacrifice, God's Providence, and, ultimately, repentance and acceptance of God's forgiveness and mercy set in a glimmering but dangerous Roman world where Christians are hunted.
Licinia (also called Calvia) is a Christian woman whose faith is kept secret by her senatorial father and brother. She is loving, compassionate, and tender but knows how to stand up for justice and mercy. Circumstances send her away from Rome, guarded by slaves who are also fellow believers. Brutus is a successful merchant and owner of multiple gladiators and training schools who is blinded by grief and rage at losing his wife in childbirth. Their friendship is unlikely and their romance quite sweet but their relationship takes a back seat to the relationship Jesus pursues with each of the major characters. The faith of those who are already believes is astounding and the conversion scenes of those who turn to Jesus in the story are raw and powerful. There is even a bit of suspense as Licinia is tracked by an evil family who seeks to blackmail her brother.
If you enjoy historical fiction, especially one set in second century Rome, you will thoroughly enjoy this book. I received a copy of the book from the author/publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
June 23, 2020
Carol Ashby excels at writing stories of the early Christians during the height of the Roman Empire. Historical fiction is my favorite genre, mostly because I love to learn something new as I read. I also like the fact that this is not a setting that is prevalent in the fiction market. Ms. Ashby's expertise is apparent as she describes what life for the early Christian was like, as well as the daily life of Roman citizens and slaves.
Most importantly, I love the theme of honor and forgiveness that is woven throughout the story. The author switches POV between expertly crafted primary and secondary characters, allowing readers to have a true taste of life in 122 A.D. Liciana’s brother has sent her to the family estate in Germania to hide her Christian faith. A grieving Brutus and his gladiators have an accident and find refuge at Luciana's family estate. Could Liciana and Brutus find a way pass hurt, to find forgiveness, friendship and possibly more? This story has it all: political intrigue, spies, danger, romance and a strong faith thread. I look forward to reading more books in The Light of the Empire series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are mine.
Most importantly, I love the theme of honor and forgiveness that is woven throughout the story. The author switches POV between expertly crafted primary and secondary characters, allowing readers to have a true taste of life in 122 A.D. Liciana’s brother has sent her to the family estate in Germania to hide her Christian faith. A grieving Brutus and his gladiators have an accident and find refuge at Luciana's family estate. Could Liciana and Brutus find a way pass hurt, to find forgiveness, friendship and possibly more? This story has it all: political intrigue, spies, danger, romance and a strong faith thread. I look forward to reading more books in The Light of the Empire series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are mine.
December 8, 2021
She has broken a law that carries the death penalty!
In second-century Rome, Licinia doesn’t want to leave all she knows and loves, but she has broken a law that carries the death penalty – she is a Christian. Worse, she shared her faith with her friend, a Roman matron. Her brother Sextus, not a Christian himself, has concealed Licinia’s belief to protect her, but her reckless faith makes that ever more difficult. As a praetor who sits in judgement over people who break Roman law, he decides to send her far from Rome under an assumed name, hoping she will be safe where his political enemies can’t find her and expose her faith.
Brutus, wealthy equestrian and owner of a Gladiator training school, is an honorable man and respected by most. But when his beloved wife dies in childbirth, he blames the unknown Christian woman whose advice caused his wife to take a risk that turned deadly. He vows to find the woman and make her pay.
When Brutus and his infant son suffer a terrible accident near the property where Licinia now lives as “Calvia” the two meet and become unlikely friends – but he doesn’t know her secrets.
With faith-based themes of love and loss, grief and forgiveness, Honor Bound is a story that will touch your heart.
If you’re not familiar with this time period, you will appreciate the author’s inclusion of a glossary, a chart of names and relationships, and historical facts key to this story. If you enjoy the history behind historical fiction, don’t miss the author’s website, Life in the Roman Empire, at https://carolashby.com.
Honor Bound is the first book I’ve read in the Light in the Empire series, but it is not the first in the series. All the books are stand-alone titles, although you may meet familiar secondary characters in subsequent stories of their own.
I thoroughly enjoyed this exciting story of second chances set in ancient Rome. It’s fun to learn about a different time and culture in a novel, and the book is filled with interesting historical nuggets. I also enjoyed the author’s notes, especially the heartfelt preamble about overcoming loss.
I highly recommend Honor Bound and the Light in the Empire series for everyone who enjoys historical fiction set in ancient Rome and for those who enjoy biblical fiction. Stories are clean and historically accurate. If you enjoy Francine Rivers’ Mark of the Lion series, you will love Light in the Empire.
In second-century Rome, Licinia doesn’t want to leave all she knows and loves, but she has broken a law that carries the death penalty – she is a Christian. Worse, she shared her faith with her friend, a Roman matron. Her brother Sextus, not a Christian himself, has concealed Licinia’s belief to protect her, but her reckless faith makes that ever more difficult. As a praetor who sits in judgement over people who break Roman law, he decides to send her far from Rome under an assumed name, hoping she will be safe where his political enemies can’t find her and expose her faith.
Brutus, wealthy equestrian and owner of a Gladiator training school, is an honorable man and respected by most. But when his beloved wife dies in childbirth, he blames the unknown Christian woman whose advice caused his wife to take a risk that turned deadly. He vows to find the woman and make her pay.
When Brutus and his infant son suffer a terrible accident near the property where Licinia now lives as “Calvia” the two meet and become unlikely friends – but he doesn’t know her secrets.
With faith-based themes of love and loss, grief and forgiveness, Honor Bound is a story that will touch your heart.
If you’re not familiar with this time period, you will appreciate the author’s inclusion of a glossary, a chart of names and relationships, and historical facts key to this story. If you enjoy the history behind historical fiction, don’t miss the author’s website, Life in the Roman Empire, at https://carolashby.com.
Honor Bound is the first book I’ve read in the Light in the Empire series, but it is not the first in the series. All the books are stand-alone titles, although you may meet familiar secondary characters in subsequent stories of their own.
I thoroughly enjoyed this exciting story of second chances set in ancient Rome. It’s fun to learn about a different time and culture in a novel, and the book is filled with interesting historical nuggets. I also enjoyed the author’s notes, especially the heartfelt preamble about overcoming loss.
I highly recommend Honor Bound and the Light in the Empire series for everyone who enjoys historical fiction set in ancient Rome and for those who enjoy biblical fiction. Stories are clean and historically accurate. If you enjoy Francine Rivers’ Mark of the Lion series, you will love Light in the Empire.
July 9, 2020
I purchased Carol Ashby's Honor Bound after seeing author Mesu Andrews recommend her novels via her socials. I was predisposed to be intrigued as ancient Rome is not a setting I've seen much of in traditionally pubbed inspy fiction. This is a time period rife with potential and I love that Ashby has made this her niche. The story has great atmosphere that clearly reflects Ashby's passion for and knowledge of this time period. I loved her focus on Roman Christians, and the personal risk involved in one's belief in Christ potentially coming to light during this period. I was somewhat frustrated with Licinia's perspective here as she could come across as rather privileged (understandable, given her background) and clueless as to her faith's impact on her family. She OWNS her faith, which I deeply appreciate, but her understanding of the position this puts both her and her brother in socially and politically seems too often naively optimistic. In contrast, Brutus's view towards Christians is more realistically developed, although his eventual faith arc is extremely rushed (as is that of his best friend, Africanus). I did, however, appreciate that Ashby does not shy from the violent nature of Brutus's work in training gladiators for the games, and in how he eventually changes his work in order to reconcile with his newfound faith.
While I appreciate the work Ashby does in setting the scene and establishing the characters, in my view this novel takes far too long to actually see Brutus and Licinia's lives intersect (which finally occurs at Chapter 30, the 42% mark). Simply put this novel lacked the tension and momentum to keep me fully engaged throughout its 60+ chapters. Ashby luxuriates in cultural and period minutaie, but this storyline would have benefited from more relational development between the two leads (more romance and secondary character development, please!). Despite sluggish pacing and a rushed and not wholly organic faith element relative to the characters' development (or lack thereof), I did enjoy this book as a diverging escape from the inspy norm. I appreciate Ashby's focus on this time period and I will try other novels in this series in the future.
While I appreciate the work Ashby does in setting the scene and establishing the characters, in my view this novel takes far too long to actually see Brutus and Licinia's lives intersect (which finally occurs at Chapter 30, the 42% mark). Simply put this novel lacked the tension and momentum to keep me fully engaged throughout its 60+ chapters. Ashby luxuriates in cultural and period minutaie, but this storyline would have benefited from more relational development between the two leads (more romance and secondary character development, please!). Despite sluggish pacing and a rushed and not wholly organic faith element relative to the characters' development (or lack thereof), I did enjoy this book as a diverging escape from the inspy norm. I appreciate Ashby's focus on this time period and I will try other novels in this series in the future.
October 22, 2021
Carol Ashby has done it again. This book is sensational. I love Carol's Light in the Empire series. They are all stand alone, a fantastic price for the quality of the writing, and such fabulous stories. In this one we are transported to Rome and then Germania about 100 years after Christ. It is a beautiful story that warms your heart but at the same time there is lots of suspense and intrigue. I fell in love with the characters and didn't want to leave them. Carol writes in such a way that you think you are there with them, in this case mostly in the Swiss Alps. A wonderful historical novel set in ancient Rome and Germania when Christians were hunted and killed. An amazing book you must not miss.
January 22, 2023
Excellent
Love all the Christian characters. Really impressed with Africanus and how the whole gospel message is explained in this book. The decisions made and the outcomes are really good too. I found that i learned things by reading the book, as well as enjoying a truly satisfying read. Loved the ending. Looking forward to the next book in the series. Truly magnificent books if you like ancient history and well crafted tales.
Love all the Christian characters. Really impressed with Africanus and how the whole gospel message is explained in this book. The decisions made and the outcomes are really good too. I found that i learned things by reading the book, as well as enjoying a truly satisfying read. Loved the ending. Looking forward to the next book in the series. Truly magnificent books if you like ancient history and well crafted tales.
July 19, 2020
Over but not out please!
I behave every book in this series and have loved every story. It is great to follow characters on to a following book and on this occasion to see how Brutus and Africanus meet the Lord for themselves. Would love to see how Brutus and Calvias marriage develops and her brother Sextus. One more novel please Carol!
From Penny Callaghan
I behave every book in this series and have loved every story. It is great to follow characters on to a following book and on this occasion to see how Brutus and Africanus meet the Lord for themselves. Would love to see how Brutus and Calvias marriage develops and her brother Sextus. One more novel please Carol!
From Penny Callaghan
June 19, 2025
Makes you have a vested interest in her characters
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters seemed real. Carol Ashby makes you care about these characters and leaves you wanting more about them.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters seemed real. Carol Ashby makes you care about these characters and leaves you wanting more about them.
July 7, 2020
Adore the book!
Terrific Book, I love the progression of the characters and their stories. Thank you for your hard work on this book and it's series.
Terrific Book, I love the progression of the characters and their stories. Thank you for your hard work on this book and it's series.
March 3, 2021
Loved whole series
9 books is allot of books to write there all great a follow each other Great Reads. You will enjoy.
9 books is allot of books to write there all great a follow each other Great Reads. You will enjoy.
October 13, 2022
great read
It was a pleasant read. I love Christian story books tells of the goodness of Jesus our savior. I will recommend to all my friends
It was a pleasant read. I love Christian story books tells of the goodness of Jesus our savior. I will recommend to all my friends
June 24, 2020
Marcus Brutus is dealt a horrible blow when his beloved wife dies in childbirth. Before she dies she reveals that she is a Christian, and her death is even more of a struggle for him to accept. He is filled with anger and hatred towards the woman who led his wife to Christ.
Licinia is heartbroken to leave her life behind. Her father kept her and the secret of her Christian faith safe. At his death, her loving brother sends her to a far off estate with a different name to keep her from his political enemies.
A wounded Marcus arrives at Licinia’s estate. He finds out her true identity is that of the woman who led his wife to Christianity. Her brother’s enemies come to find her and he has the chance to expose her or remain true to the promise he made his dying wife not to harm her.
I love how the author can take an awful, brutal world, and make it habitable. There are horrors going on in the background, but she focuses on the light and love, without ignoring the truth. Her ability to make the ancient world real and relative to the reader draws you into the past without judging it. There was a sinister tale of intrigue woven into the story that kept me turning the pages to find out if the enemies were going to win. Believable characters made for an enjoyable read. At times I felt things were a bit repetitive but overall enjoyed my time reading Honor Bound.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Licinia is heartbroken to leave her life behind. Her father kept her and the secret of her Christian faith safe. At his death, her loving brother sends her to a far off estate with a different name to keep her from his political enemies.
A wounded Marcus arrives at Licinia’s estate. He finds out her true identity is that of the woman who led his wife to Christianity. Her brother’s enemies come to find her and he has the chance to expose her or remain true to the promise he made his dying wife not to harm her.
I love how the author can take an awful, brutal world, and make it habitable. There are horrors going on in the background, but she focuses on the light and love, without ignoring the truth. Her ability to make the ancient world real and relative to the reader draws you into the past without judging it. There was a sinister tale of intrigue woven into the story that kept me turning the pages to find out if the enemies were going to win. Believable characters made for an enjoyable read. At times I felt things were a bit repetitive but overall enjoyed my time reading Honor Bound.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
July 11, 2020
I love this series, and this book was a wonderful addition! It is very well written, the characters felt real, and the story kept me reading even when I should have been sleeping or doing chores! (I do admit to washing dishes and watering the garden rather distractedly while I kept my eyes on my kindle instead of my tasks!)
I had enjoyed meeting Africanus and Brutus in earlier books, so I was excited to see them again in Honor Bound! I knew there would be salvation and romance involved in the story, but I was very impressed with how unlikely the author made them seem, and then how naturally she made them come about. None of it felt forced! I also appreciated how the characters had faith in God and expected miracles when they prayed, but without thinking that God would have to do whatever they said just because they asked. Most Christian fiction I’ve read tends to shy away from anything miraculous, but this book presents it as normal. If you’re hesitant to read a book in which the author decides what miracles God performs, don’t worry – there are no miracles in this book that don’t have precedent in scripture!
I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it! It is a stand alone book, but I personally think you might enjoy it more if you read True Freedom first (The characters in this book also show up earlier in Faithful, but not as much as in True Freedom). I received a complimentary e-book copy from the author and was not required to give a review. But it’s such a great book I plan on buying the hardcover version as well!
I had enjoyed meeting Africanus and Brutus in earlier books, so I was excited to see them again in Honor Bound! I knew there would be salvation and romance involved in the story, but I was very impressed with how unlikely the author made them seem, and then how naturally she made them come about. None of it felt forced! I also appreciated how the characters had faith in God and expected miracles when they prayed, but without thinking that God would have to do whatever they said just because they asked. Most Christian fiction I’ve read tends to shy away from anything miraculous, but this book presents it as normal. If you’re hesitant to read a book in which the author decides what miracles God performs, don’t worry – there are no miracles in this book that don’t have precedent in scripture!
I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it! It is a stand alone book, but I personally think you might enjoy it more if you read True Freedom first (The characters in this book also show up earlier in Faithful, but not as much as in True Freedom). I received a complimentary e-book copy from the author and was not required to give a review. But it’s such a great book I plan on buying the hardcover version as well!
June 23, 2020
I really like good historical fiction. The kind where you are transported back to the time. You learn something about the history without feeling like it is a lecture from school. The characters are interesting and the themes are timeless and cause you to think. Carol Ashby writes as an expert in ancient Rome. Even though I am not an expert, I enjoy history and it bothers me when I find historical errors or characters that act in a way that would not have happened for that time. This book has everything that I love about historical fiction and nothing that caused me to cringe. In this book, there is danger, death, faithfulness, faith, love and deliverance. It occurs during a time of slavery and that isn't glossed over. You will love meeting Marcus Antonius Brutus and Licinia Crassa. You will cheer every time the villains in the Flavius Sabinus family are thwarted. Even though this is the 8th book, I haven't read all the others. Every book stands alone, but you better believe that I will be reading all of them.
July 6, 2020
Oh, this was a great book!!! Don't let the length it took me to read it turn you away!!! I had to stop and read two other books and take two tests while trying to read this one! Wow!! It's the first one I've ever read by Carol, but it definitely won't be the last!!! Most of the books I've read in this type of setting have been books giving what the author "thinks" could have happened to actual people in the Bible, and I've not liked them much, as I prefer not to try to figure out what was left out of the Bible. This book, doesn't do that. This book is set in AD 122 and 123, many years after people in the Bible. I really enjoyed this book!! All of the intrigue, the mystery surrounding the people, the lifestyles. In many ways, just like people today who are seeking the Lord, or the lost, who don't even realize (and some don't care) that they are lost. You'll want to read this!!!
I received a complimentary copy of this book, was not required to leave a review, and the opinion expressed is my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book, was not required to leave a review, and the opinion expressed is my own.
June 30, 2020
I was gripped from the very first chapter of this book. It was packed with such strong emotion I struggled to put this book down.
Honor Bound is set in the era where gladiators fought for entertainment and when christians were persecuted in the same arenas because of their faith. The history running off these pages were so interesting. Learning their games, the references they used in that time and just merely being transported to that point in history was so thrilling. I haven't read much in this category and it was absolutely enjoyable. Imagine my surprise when I came to the end of the book only to learn that it is book 8 in a series!
Honor Bound is the first book I have read by this author, Carl Ashby.
I received an advance reader copy of this book from the author. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Honor Bound is set in the era where gladiators fought for entertainment and when christians were persecuted in the same arenas because of their faith. The history running off these pages were so interesting. Learning their games, the references they used in that time and just merely being transported to that point in history was so thrilling. I haven't read much in this category and it was absolutely enjoyable. Imagine my surprise when I came to the end of the book only to learn that it is book 8 in a series!
Honor Bound is the first book I have read by this author, Carl Ashby.
I received an advance reader copy of this book from the author. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
June 24, 2020
A man of honor is worthy. Revenge and retribution are strong motivators. BUT, His love is stronger.
In the complex times that were AD 122 in the Roman Empire, life could be perilous for Christians. But, for many, it was worth it.
This is a wonderful tale of characters that will win your heart. The characters go through the emotions of love, honor, hate, betrayal, and fear. We can all relate to those feelings. It is part of a series, but can absolutely be read as a stand alone book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are mine.
In the complex times that were AD 122 in the Roman Empire, life could be perilous for Christians. But, for many, it was worth it.
This is a wonderful tale of characters that will win your heart. The characters go through the emotions of love, honor, hate, betrayal, and fear. We can all relate to those feelings. It is part of a series, but can absolutely be read as a stand alone book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are mine.
June 29, 2020
Honor Bound is the first book I have read by Carol Ashby and i can definitely say I am a fan! Rich with historical background, Honor Bound is a compelling story of honor, love, grief, and coming to Christ in a culture that punishes Christians. I loved these characters and the way Ashby tells their stories. Definitely recommend this one.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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