Judah's Wife (The Silent Years Book #2): A Novel of the Maccabees
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Seeking peace and safety after a hard childhood, Leah marries
Judah, a strong and gentle man, and for the first time in her life
Leah believes she can rest easily. But the land is ruled by
Antiochus IV, descended from one of Alexander the Great's generals,
and when he issues a decree that all Jews are to conform to Syrian
laws upon pain of death, devout Jews risk everything to follow the
law of Moses.
Judah's father resists the decree, igniting a war that will cost
him his life. But before dying, he commands his son to pick up his
sword and continue the fight--or bear responsibility for the
obliteration of the land of Judah. Leah, who wants nothing but
peace, struggles with her husband's decision--what kind of God
would destroy the peace she has sought for so long?
The miraculous story of the courageous Maccabees is told through
the eyes of Judah's wife, who learns that love requires courage . .
. and sacrifice.
From the Back Cover
To Be Silent Would Be to Deny Their God, To Defy Would Bring
the Wrath of the King.
Seeking quiet and safety after a hard childhood, Leah
marries Judah, a strong and gentle man, and for the first time in
her life Leah believes she'll have peace. But the very nation
Judah was named for has been conquered by a cruel king, who decrees
that all Jews are to conform to Syrian laws or risk death for
following the laws of Moses.
Judah's father resists the decree, igniting a war that will cost
him his life. But before dying, he commands Judah to pick up his
sword and continue the fight--or bear responsibility for the
obliteration of Israel. Leah, who wants nothing but peace,
struggles with her husband's decision--what kind of God would
destroy the peace she has sought for so long?
The miraculous story of the courageous Maccabees is told through
the eyes of Judah's wife, who learns that love requires courage
. . . and sacrifice.
"In the second title in her Silent Years series, following
Egypt's Sister, Hunt continues to breathe new life into our
understanding of the 400 years between the Old and New Testaments
by telling the story of Leah, the wife of Judah Maccabaeus. . . .
Hunt, who has clearly done her research, narrates from both Judah's
and Leah's perspectives, and this tale is sure to please Hunt's
legion of fans."--Booklist
Praise for Angela Hunt's Silent Years series
"Once again, Hunt demonstrates her stunning mastery of
historical biblical literature as she begins her new Silent Years
series. . . . This fresh approach brings a
faith-based perspective to the tension and complexity of the
Intertestamental Period. Rich in history, atmosphere, emotion, and
spirituality, Hunt's ambitious series debut is
astounding."--Booklist starred review
"The historical detail, depth of characterization, and
hopeful outlook of this story will keep readers entertained and
inspired."--RT Book Reviews
"Setting her new biblical series half a century before the birth of
Christ, Hunt once again vividly brings the ancient world to
life."--Library Journal
"Hunt continues to bring the Silent Years, the four
hundred years between the end of the Old Testament and the New
Testament, to life with historical details and emotional depth
worthy of her subject. . . . Readers who enjoy Biblical history
will be captivated by this fascinating series."--RT
Book Reviews Top Pick
"Hunt's latest series puts a human face on an a momentous
event in ancient history--the Maccabean Revolt of 167-160 BCE--by
presenting it from the perspective of Judah's wife. Fans of
biblical fiction will be captivated."--Library
Journal
"The way Leah copes with her early home life is
sensitively explored and compassionately told. . . . Hunt does a
great job making the time period come alive. Her two narratives
blend well, and the characters are well fleshed out. Recommended."
--Historical Novels Review
- Title: Judah's Wife (The Silent Years Book #2): A Novel of the Maccabees
- Author: Angela Hunt
- Publisher: Bethany House
- Print Publication Date: 2018
- Logos Release Date: 2022
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781493413591, 9780764219337, 9780764231476, 1493413597, 0764219332, 0764231472
- Resource ID: LLS:9781493413591
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-12-16T18:44:45Z
The author of more than 100 published books and with more than 5 million copies of her books sold worldwide, Angela Hunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Note, The Nativity Story, and Esther: Royal Beauty. Romantic Times Book Club presented Angela with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. In 2008, Angela completed her PhD in Biblical Studies in Theology. She and her husband live in Florida with their mastiffs. She can be found online at www.angelahuntbooks.com.