Along the Rivers of Faith 

One of the things that distinguishes good historical fiction is that it relates past events to the lives we live in the present. Yours does this in spades. You demonstrate a deft hand in describing the culture. This novel is told in the way a fable might be told, which is all to the good. Bravo! 

Deborah Johnson, author


Reader Review: Through the lives of distinctive characters, this family saga spans a breadth of centuries—from the time of Abraham and ancient Israel to the rule of Roman emperor Justinian. Each setting is portrayed with a wealth of details and concrete character descriptions that reveal the author’s extensive research. In each era, the author focuses on one heroic family member whose choices play a vital role in the family’s destiny.

Along the Rivers of Faith is part short story collection, part travelogue, part history. I pictured the narrator telling the stories around a campfire, passing on family lore to younger generations. Over the course of many evenings, family members could enjoy the narrative as well as getting to know brave family heroes who could serve as role models of faith. I recommend this book to readers seeking entertainment, encouragement, and windows into long-forgotten times.

A multi-generational tale about a family's journey to define and defend their faith.

First their is Agga, a humble potter in Ur, in Ancient Mesopotamia. He is struggling to escape the hopelessness of polytheism when he encounters the new faith of Abraham.

Then there is Tola, a leader of Israel in the time of the Judges, who must find a way to defeat the Philistine invaders when he knows nothing of war. 

Next, there is Shemayah, who believes in an exciting new teacher named Jesus, but must somehow convince his skeptical brothers. 

Finally there is Valeria, a gentle Byzantine scholar who feels compelled to tell the incredible story of God's miraculous provision for her family, but lives in a world where gifted women are not taken seriously.

As you read the story of how this strong and dedicated family overcomes spiritual and physical challenges, your own faith will be inspired and uplifted!

Available as an e-book: ISBN 9781370341078 from Smashwords, Apple iTunes, Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, Google Play, TeachersPayTeachers, and other sites.

Available in print from Amazon.com ISBN-13: ‎978-1540377524. Now available as an audiobook too.

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