Anticipation Thursday!
I appreciate when other readers share what they're reading and I love hearing about new books that are about to be released. Today, for Anticipation Thursday, I'm sharing another new book scheduled to be released on January 21, 2025. Heather Kaufman writes powerful biblical fiction so how can I not be excited by Before the King?
ABOUT THE BOOK
Joanna's wealthy family aspires to Herod's inner circle, but when her father's esteemed position in the Sepphoris Sanhedrin is threatened, her family harbors a dark secret. Entangled in the complexities of aristocratic life and an impending arranged marriage, Joanna is caught between her own desires and maintaining appearances. When tragedy strikes, Joanna grapples with a new future that challenges her sense of duty and hope for love.
Years later, Joanna is forever changed when a rabbi comes preaching a new kingdom and healing the sick. As she contributes to his ministry, Joanna treads a perilous path between a court that mocks Jesus of Nazareth, disciples who view her with suspicion, and a husband who guards his own secrets. With pressure increasing on all sides, Joanna must decide where her allegiances lie and protect her relationship with the Christ, whose message is as compelling as it is dangerous.
Why is my anticipation so great?
Before the King is the second book in the series, Women of the Way, I had the pleasure of helping Heather launch her debut book in February 2024, and I was blown away by Up From Dust: Martha's Story, a powerful narrative of Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and Jesus. I can't wait to see how Kaufman relates the interaction between Joanna and Jesus of Nazareth in Before the King!
You can learn more about this book by visiting https://www.hmkstories.com/
She's also received a wonderful endorsement from another best-selling author of biblical fiction!
I repeat, how can I not be excited about this book?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Heather is the author of multiple books and devotions and delights in highlighting the goodness of God through storytelling.
She is married to Andrew and together they have three adorable children and one persnickety dog. When not reading, writing, editing, or accumulating mounds of books, Heather can be found exploring new parks with her family, enjoying yet another cup of coffee, or working on a home improvement project. She and her family make their home in St. Louis, Missouri.
