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Daughter Of Jerusalem (2013)

by Joan Wolf(Favorite Author)

3.95 of 5 Votes: 3

ISBN

1936034670 (ISBN13: 9781936034673)

languge

English

genre

Historical Fiction

publisher

Worthy Publishing

review 1: Hott Synopsis:Mary truly loves God and follows his commands as she’s shuffled from one family to another never actually being identified as a part of a family until she’s forced to chose. Can God ever forgive her for her sins? Can she ever forgive herself?Hott Review:While I did not agree with all aspects of this book – like that Mary of Magdalene and Lazareth’s sister were the same person – I found the book to be quite amazing. I was completely drawn into her life and the amazing people and what it must have been like to live during the time of Jesus.More…Author: Joan WolfSource: Worthy Publishing via NetgalleyGrade: B+Ages: Adult
review 2: I received this book from Worthy Publishing free in exchange for my honest review of this book. The opinions ... moreexpressed here are my own.Book Description:She was a widow, a businesswoman, an adulteress.In her lifetime, she knew murder, prejudice, and faith. She transformed from a Jewish girl longing for family to one of the closest friends of Jesus of Nazareth -- the Son of God.HER NAME WAS MARY MAGDALENE.In this fictionalized story of one of the Bible's most compelling women, New York Times best-selling author Joan Wolf beautifully recreates the history, romance, and tradition of Mary's world. Daughter of Jerusalem follows Mary's life from her first love through her loveless marriage, to the moment she heard of a miracle worker in her own town -- and ultimately to the moment she saw Him risen from the dead.As this inspiring chronicle reminds us, Mary was the first to witness history's greatest moment. She was a woman who sought forgiveness for her sins, and a follower of God who yearned for a deeper faith. She was Jesus' beloved disciple. Read Mary Magdalene's story and find yourself in this remarkable woman's journey to discover the Kingdom of God.My Thoughts:Daughter of Jerusalem is the first book by Joan Wolf that I have had the opportunity to read. Daughter of Jerusalem is a fictional story of Mary Magdalene's life from childhood until Jesus' death. Joan Wolf writes a wonderful story of Mary Magdalene and her life. From her childhood, Mary's life was a rough one. She was sent to live with her deceased Mother's sister and her family because of conflict with her stepmother. Mary had to leave her step siblings Martha and Lazarus. Mary falls in love and is set to wed one of the men in her home until her Uncle decides to marry her off to a rich Jewish Man because of money. Mary moves to live with him in Sepphoris, a place more Roman than Jewish. Mary finds herself becoming Roman and very popular in the Roman circles. She becomes educated and finds herself in making decisions against her beliefs. When tragedy strikes, Mary finds herself heading back home to Bethany, to her step siblings. From there Mary finds her calling.I really enjoyed this book. The story of Mary,Martha and Lazarus in the Bible have always been my favorite. Joan Wolf writes this beautiful story that gives Mary this life that takes many twists and turns. I found myself unable to put this book down once I started it. I found myself filled with much emotion as I read this story. The story Joan Wolf tells truly had me spellbound. As I read this story I felt like I was right there watching everything unfold including Jesus' Crucifixion and Resurrection. As I read the story from the point of his arrest it reminded me of The Stations of The Cross. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Christian Historical Fiction! You will not be disappointed. I have found a new author for my Must Read List! I give this book 5 Stars less

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