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About the book:
Longinus
is a Roman centurion haunted by death and failure. Desperate to escape
the accursed Judean province, he accepts a wager. If he can catch the
thieves harassing the marketplace before Passover, he'll earn a transfer
away from the troublemaking Jews.
Nissa
is a Jewish woman with a sharp tongue and no hope of marriage. Only
with the help of Mouse, the best thief in Jerusalem, can she keep her
blind brother, Cedron, fed and a roof over their heads.
When
a controversial teacher miraculously heals Cedron, Longinus longs to
learn more about the mysterious healer. Instead, his journey leads him
to Nissa, whose secret will determine the course of both their futures.
Unexpectedly
caught up in the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus, they wonder
who this teacher is who heals others but does nothing to save himself.
Is the mercy he offers in his teachings real, or just another false
promise? Can Nissa and
Longinus overcome their pasts to find a future free of their shackles?
The Thief is an evocative story of two people trapped in their circumstances and the life-changing power of forgiveness and love.
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About the Author:
Learn more about Stephanie at: http://www.stephanielandsem.com
My Take; This is a great story told in a captivating way. Historical Biblical Fiction at it's finest. This book captures the way that life probably was like during the time period of the last days of Christ. I will be looking for more books by Stephanie Landsem. This is the second in a series but you do not have had to read the first one in order to enjoy this book. Highly recommended.
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Sunday, February 23, 2014
The Thief by Stephanie Landsem
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Thanks for reviewing The Thief, I'm so glad you liked it!
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