Voice of the Ancient

 

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As the eldest son of a Levite and a Philistine, Avidan is torn between his duty to his family legacy and the desire for something more. After an enemy attack strikes close to home, he takes the opportunity to fight with his cousins for the newly crowned King Saul. But when one of the cousins goes missing during the battle, Avidan refuses to leave him behind.

Keziah is the daughter of one of the most powerful clan chiefs in the territory of Manasseh. On the brink of a forced marriage to a loathsome man decades older than her, she has no choice but to run, hoping to find sanctuary with her mother's family.

United during their journeys and battling to survive the dangers that surround them, Avidan and Keziah make a pact to travel together. As challenges pile up, they must not only rely on each other to stay alive but also learn to trust the true and eternal King of Israel to guide their every step.

Review

To me, Connilyn Cossette is the queen of Biblical fiction. I absolutely love each and every one of her books. Voice of the Ancient is no exception. Connilyn has crafted a unique storyline and memorable characters (yet again!). I love how faith in the Lord becomes so real to Avidan and Keziah. While that may be something expected in Biblical fiction, I've found that theme is difficult to pull off in any genre. Making the faith real, and not rote, strong, yet not preachy, is an art that Connilyn has perfected. Her books make the Old Testament settings come alive and her historical research adds a rich depth to the stories. I heartily enjoyed this first instalment in The King's Men series, and cannot wait for the sequel!

Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.