Waiting on Wednesday was originally created by Jill from Breaking the Spine back in 2008. It's basically a weekly post in which you spotlight a soon-to-be-released book (or books) that you're anticipating. I used to do this type of posts back in 2013 quiet often on my book blog, but never once on this blog, so I decided to add it to one of my weekly post ideas!
Now that we have that done, let's dive into the book I am patiently and excitedly waiting to be released...
Title: Of Fire and Lions
Author: Mesu Andrews
Series: Prophets and Kings #2
Age: Adult
Genres: Biblical Fiction
Expected Publication Date: May 5, 2019
Publisher: WaterBrook & Multnomah
Pre-Order: Paperback | Kindle | B&N | ChristianBook
Synopsis:
The Old Testament book of Daniel comes to life in this novel for readers of Lynn Austin's Chronicles of the Kings series or Francine Rivers' Mark of the Lion series.
Survival. A Hebrew girl first tasted it when she escaped death nearly seventy years ago as the Babylonians ransacked Jerusalem and took their finest as captives. She thought she'd perfected in the many years amongst the Magoi and the idol worshippers, pretending with all the others in King Nebuchadnezzar's court. Now, as Daniel's wife and a septuagenarian matriarch, Belili thinks she's safe and she can live out her days in Babylon without fear--until the night Daniel is escorted to Belshazzar's palace to interpret mysterious handwriting on a wall. The Persian Army invades, and Bellili's tightly-wound secrets unfurl with the arrival of the conquering army. What will the reign of Darius mean for Daniel, a man who prays to Yahweh alone?
Ultimately, Yahweh's sovereign hand guides Jerusalem's captives, and the frightened Hebrew girl is transformed into a confident woman, who realizes her need of the God who conquers both fire and lions.
Why Am I Anticipating This Book?
I have read Isaiah's Daughter by Mesu Andrews and gave that a five star rating, so when I heard she was coming out with a new book I just knew I needed to read it. I was able to get a copy of the first two chapters (get your sample here) and I was BLOWN away. It follows the wife of Daniel during the time Persian invasion and I just loved it all. Just from reading the first two chapters, I can see that Belili has some secrets, hidden wounds and family drama with her children.
I have read Isaiah's Daughter by Mesu Andrews and gave that a five star rating, so when I heard she was coming out with a new book I just knew I needed to read it. I was able to get a copy of the first two chapters (get your sample here) and I was BLOWN away. It follows the wife of Daniel during the time Persian invasion and I just loved it all. Just from reading the first two chapters, I can see that Belili has some secrets, hidden wounds and family drama with her children.
I want to learn more about Belili and her strength. They way she commanded her family and began to speak in chapter two excited me. I love the scripture references at the beginning of each chapter because it gives for some detailed background information and biblical truth concerning the chapter.
There is something about Mesu Andrews writing that pulls me into the story with these people from the biblical error. I am so excited to get my hands on this book and find out more!
If this sounds intriguing I'd say add it to your Goodreads!
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