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An Echo in the Darkness

by Francine Rivers

Faith and difficult choices in ancient Rome

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Awards & Recognition

  • Author recognition

    New York Times bestselling author

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  • Critical praise

    Booklist starred review

    Booklist gave the book a starred review, describing it as “compelling” and “emotionally charged.”

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Faith and difficult choices in ancient Rome

Set in first-century Rome, the second volume of the Mark of the Lion series brings Hadassah back into the orbit of the Valerian household after she is believed dead. Working with a doctor among the city’s poor, she faces a choice involving Julia, her former tormentor, that tests the risks and obligations of her Christian faith. Marcus’s parallel search for meaning takes him away from Rome’s opulence and toward a reckoning with his past. Historical drama and Christian themes shape the novel, while a glossary and discussion questions provide context and material for further conversation.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in Christian historical fiction set in ancient Rome.
  • Those following the Mark of the Lion trilogy or Hadassah and Marcus’s story.
  • Book groups seeking a novel with discussion questions and a glossary.

Themes

Christian faith and serviceForgiveness and difficult choicesMeaning and spiritual struggleLife in ancient Rome

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Book overview

Book 2 in the 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.

From Francine Rivers comes the "compelling" and "emotionally charged" (Booklist, starred review) sequel to the story of Hadassah, a courageous Christian slave girl with unrelenting faith, and Marcus, the Roman aristocrat who claims her heart.

Believed dead, Hadassah finds employment helping a doctor in the poor section of first-century Rome and discovers an ability to heal others through the power of her faith. When Julia falls ill, Hadassah is forced to confront a difficult decision: should she return to the Valerian household, risking exposure and death, to help her former tormentor in the Christian tradition?

Continuing to search for meaning and faith, Marcus turns away from the opulence of Rome, led by a whispering voice from the past into a journey that could set him free from the darkness of his soul.

  • Book 2 in the Mark of the Lion series, the classic biblical fiction trilogy
  • Combines historical drama with spiritual depth
  • Features a glossary of terms to help readers understand Ancient Rome

Includes discussion questions suitable for individual use or group discussions.

"Francine unlocks the longing in each one of us to connect to God in a deeper, life-changing way. No one reading her books will ever be the same again."
--Debbie Macomber

"As we 'watch' Hadassah and Atretes struggle through first-century trials, we learn how to handle similar situations in the twenty-first century. The 'costumes' may vary, but our Lord does not change."
--Angela Hunt

"Francine redefined Christian fiction--honest, unflinching, powerful, life-changing--demonstrating why storytelling is the most effective way to communicate God's truth. Every Christian novelist writing today owes a debt of gratitude to Francine Rivers for lighting the way."
--Liz Curtis Higgs

"Francine Rivers writes from her heart to touch the hearts of her readers. Her books are essential reading for all who love Christian fiction."
--Bodie Thoene

"Francine Rivers puts readers right into the history of the moment."
--Romantic Times

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