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The Mark of the Lion Trilogy
Christian historical fiction
The Mark of the Lion Trilogy
This trilogy follows enslaved Jewish Christian Hadassah, Roman aristocrat Marcus Valerian, and German warrior Atretes through the upheavals of the first-century empire. Their paths move from Jerusalem's fall and elite Roman households to gladiatorial arenas, hidden ministry, and a perilous return to Germania. Across all three novels, persecution, desire, grief, and cultural power test whether faith can transform people shaped by violence and privilege. Sweeping and devotional, the collection suits readers who want an extended ancient-world saga, intertwined romances, dramatic conversion stories, and a complete redemptive arc spanning A Voice in the Wind, An Echo in the Darkness, and As Sure as the Dawn.
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Graphic violence, murder and executions; slavery; rape/sexual violence; abortion; infidelity; domestic and child abuse; torture; war and persecution; antisemitism; child death; self-harm/suicide themes; grief and trauma.
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Ginger Pear Fizz
Pear and ginger beer fizz together, with lemon keeping the sweetness lively.
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- Combine the noncarbonated ingredients in a glass or shaker and stir or shake until mixed. Pour over ice, top with any carbonated ingredient, and stir gently.
- Garnish: Use a matching citrus wheel, berry, or herb from the recipe when available.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Ember & Honey Toddy
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A warming pour with a sharp edge suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 1 1/2 oz whiskey
- 1 tbsp honey ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 4 oz hot water
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How to mix it
- Add whiskey, honey, and lemon juice to a warmed mug. Top with hot water and stir until the honey dissolves.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Mug.
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