The Old Testament Comes to Thrilling Life in the Latest from Lynn Austin
In one life-changing moment,
the lives of the Jewish exiles in Babylon are thrown into confusion and
despair when a decree arrives from the king's palace in Susa. It calls
for the annihilation of every Jewish man, woman, and child throughout
the empire on the thirteenth day of Adar, in less than one year. Ezra, a
quiet Jewish scholar and teacher, is suddenly called upon to lead the
community as they seek God for a reason for this catastrophe. When a
second decree arrives, authorizing them to fight back, Ezra is thrust
into the role of military leader as they defend themselves against their
enemies.
When the battles come to an
end, Ezra's brother Jude is dead and Ezra is required by the Law he so
diligently studies to marry Jude's widow, Devorah, and provide an heir.
Fatherhood changes Ezra, and he asks God to make a way for him and the
other exiles to leave Babylon for good and return to Jerusalem. His
prayers are answered and the exiles move to Judea to revitalize worship
at the temple---but the fight to keep God's Law is never easy. As more
and more of his community are tempted, a new battle emerges . . . this
one for the survival of God's covenant and the souls of His chosen faithful.
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Bestselling author Lynn Austin
has sold more than one million copies of her books worldwide. She is an
eight-time Christy Award winner for her historical novels, as well as a
popular speaker at retreats and conventions. Lynn and her husband have
raised three children and live near Chicago.
My Review - Lynn Austin does a wonderful job in this book. She brings the story of Ezra to life. I loved reading this book and I highly recommend it.
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