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The Centurion's Wife
Christian Biblical Historical Fiction
The Centurion's Wife
Book 1 of the Acts of Faith series
378 pages · First published 2009
In first-century Judea, Leah, a young woman connected to the household of Pontius Pilate, finds herself caught between the demands of Roman authority and the extraordinary rumors spreading after Jesus' crucifixion. Alban, a Roman centurion, is assigned to investigate the followers of Jesus and determine whether their growing movement poses a threat to Rome. As Leah and Alban face the prospect of marriage, both are drawn into questions about the missing body of Jesus and the claims that he has risen from the dead. Their encounters with those who witnessed his ministry challenge their assumptions about loyalty, power, and faith. Set in the turbulent days following the Resurrection, *The Centurion's Wife* combines biblical history, political intrigue, and romance in a story about the beginnings of the Christian church. This biblical historical romance suits readers drawn to political intrigue, unfamiliar faith, and personal choices shaped by the beginnings of the Christian church.
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References to the crucifixion and death of Jesus; grief and bereavement; political and religious intimidation; threats of persecution against early Christians; tension involving Roman military authority; arranged marriage and pressure surrounding personal relationships.
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Warm orchard spices and a stained-glass glow reflect the growing faith that challenges Leah and Alban's understanding of their world.
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- Garnish: Cinnamon stick or orange slice.
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Lost Word Collins
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Bright gin and lemon reflect the search for truth as Leah and Alban investigate the extraordinary events following Jesus' crucifixion.
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- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain over fresh ice and top with soda water.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Collins glass.
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