Captured by the Philistines as a young boy, Zevi has grown into a formidable warrior. As a captain in King Saul's army, he is assigned a crucial mission: Recruit soldiers, gather tribute for the royal coffers, and find talented artisans for the king's court. But when he is sent to Maresha, the town he was forced to leave as a child, he faces a startling truth--the elder council rejects King Saul and his campaign against their enemies.
Yochana, a widow and skilled woman of business, is captivated by a stranger who enters her perfume shop. Upon discovering he is not only a soldier but a captain responsible for enlisting young men to die in battle, fury and pain from her past loss resurfaces, threatening to consume her. But when Zevi's actions in Maresha entangle Yochana in his radical scheme, they're forced to confront present dangers and past scars.
Embark on a journey through ancient Israel with bestselling and award-winning author Connilyn Cossette in this exhilarating tale of vengeance, justice, and healing.
MY THOUGHTS.....
This book proves what I've already discovered, that Connilyn Cossette excels in writing biblical and historical fiction! In this mesmerizing story, Shield of the Mighty, she continues the saga of four cousins living in Israel during the reign of King Saul. One of the cousins, Zevi, is now a captain in King Saul's army, and he's been assigned the tasks of finding additional soldiers to fight the Philistines and also recruit talented artists for the king's court. His return to his hometown is both troubling and exhilarating because it's there that he meets the lovely Yochana. He is instantly attracted to her, and even though she takes a little longer to return his feelings, the wait is worth it! Together, Zevi and Yochana took my breath away!
I've read most of Cossette's books and I admire her efforts to weave in-depth research with the truth of God's Word. I loved seeing Yochana's skills in making healing perfumes and I enjoyed the many insights into the culture of life during Old Testament times. Engaging characters and swoon-worthy romance are strong elements in this riveting tale that includes battles fought, consuming revenge, and intense mistrust, but the overriding themes are forgiveness and trust. Forgiving oneself, forgiving others, and trusting that God is with you and that you are being shielded by the Mighty!
If you're looking for biblical fiction that keeps you turning the pages, grab a copy of Shield of the Mighty, I can't wait to see what's next in The King's Men series!
I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher. These are my honest thoughts.
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Yochana, a widow and skilled woman of business, is captivated by a stranger who enters her perfume shop. Upon discovering he is not only a soldier but a captain responsible for enlisting young men to die in battle, fury and pain from her past loss resurfaces, threatening to consume her. But when Zevi's actions in Maresha entangle Yochana in his radical scheme, they're forced to confront present dangers and past scars.
Embark on a journey through ancient Israel with bestselling and award-winning author Connilyn Cossette in this exhilarating tale of vengeance, justice, and healing.
MY THOUGHTS.....
This book proves what I've already discovered, that Connilyn Cossette excels in writing biblical and historical fiction! In this mesmerizing story, Shield of the Mighty, she continues the saga of four cousins living in Israel during the reign of King Saul. One of the cousins, Zevi, is now a captain in King Saul's army, and he's been assigned the tasks of finding additional soldiers to fight the Philistines and also recruit talented artists for the king's court. His return to his hometown is both troubling and exhilarating because it's there that he meets the lovely Yochana. He is instantly attracted to her, and even though she takes a little longer to return his feelings, the wait is worth it! Together, Zevi and Yochana took my breath away!
I've read most of Cossette's books and I admire her efforts to weave in-depth research with the truth of God's Word. I loved seeing Yochana's skills in making healing perfumes and I enjoyed the many insights into the culture of life during Old Testament times. Engaging characters and swoon-worthy romance are strong elements in this riveting tale that includes battles fought, consuming revenge, and intense mistrust, but the overriding themes are forgiveness and trust. Forgiving oneself, forgiving others, and trusting that God is with you and that you are being shielded by the Mighty!
If you're looking for biblical fiction that keeps you turning the pages, grab a copy of Shield of the Mighty, I can't wait to see what's next in The King's Men series!
I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher. These are my honest thoughts.
Connilyn Cossette is a Christy Award and Carol Award winning author whose books have been found on both ECPA and CBA bestseller lists. When she is not engulfed in the happy chaos of homeschooling two teenagers, devouring books whole, or avoiding housework, she can be found digging into the rich ancient world of the Bible to discover gems of grace that point to Jesus and weaving them into an immersive fiction experience. Although she and her husband have lived all over the country in their twenty-plus years of marriage, they currently call a little town south of Dallas, Texas their home.
THE KING'S MEN
Shield of the Mighty
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