Martyr

by E. G. Lewis

Overview

Readers say: "...a poignant story. Vividly portrayed, deeply instructive, emotionally satisfying."..."Whether you are Christian or not, you will find much to like about this series."... "well-drawn visions from the past, yields a stunning addition to a series with awesome scope."
The Seeds of Christianity Goes to Rome.
The Emperor is dead. Long live the Emperor!
Claudius is gone and Nero now wears the crown. Jews are returning to Rome meaning Simon Peter can resume his missionary work among the Romans. Shemu'el and Rivkah and their family have set sail for Rome in hopes of joining Peter and re-uniting with Atticus and Marcelina. In a strange convergence of events, their son, Yudah, meets Rhebekka, the girl of his dreams on their way during a stopover on Cyprus.
Meanwhile, a revolt breaks out on the Empire's western fringes. Led by Queen Boadicea of the Iceni, she aims to right the wrongs done to her and wrest the new Province of Britannia from the hand of the Romans. Only a single Roman Legion stands between her and total victory.
Things are just returning to normalcy when a huge conflagration leaves most of Rome in ashes. Voices rise in the street accusing the Emperor Nero of being the incendiary and he searches for a scapegoat. His wife Poppaea, still smarting from Atticus' rejection of her advances, suggests Nero blame the Christians. She realizes too late that like Pandora, she has unleashed a demon she can never control.
Then Peter is killed. Who will lead the Church, Shemu'el or Linus? The Christians construct the first catacomb and its niches quickly fill as more and more believers are slain for their faith. As the fatalities rise, Shemu'el realizes they must have a traitor in their midst. But how can he identify this false Christian who's selling out his friends to save his own skin?
Read this stunning saga of Early Christianity. Author's Notes Included.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940013995406
Publisher:	Cape Arago Press
Publication date:	12/04/2014
Series:	The Seeds of Christianity Series , #4
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	330
File size:	726 KB

About the Author

Writing has always been a major part of E. G Lewis’ life. A former newspaper editor and publisher, his articles have appeared in many national and regional magazines. He also wrote and directed corporate training films. He has a graduate degree in Economics from Ohio State University and worked in management and corporate planning before becoming a fulltime novelist. He and his wife Gail, and editor and writer, live on the Southern Oregon Coast.

Editorial Reviews

Martyr creates a wholly plausible and enthralling picture of ancient Rome in the time of the first Christians. Favorite characters from earlier tales undertake the perilous journey by sea from Antioch while waves crash and timbers creak. Filled with the sights and smells of ocean and harbor, the hustle and bustle of market and the curious wonder of ancient feast day and procession, the novel's worth reading just for this.I'm ready to start reading Witness again and repeat the whole journey.

sheiladeeth.blogspot.com - Sheila Deeth

Of course, Peter and Paul, Mark and Barnabas are in Martyr. How could they not be? Yet, the book isn't about them. It is about the lives of ordinary people who lived in the First Century and how they managed to survive, maintain and spread the Christian message. horrible persecutions of Christians in that time period. However, there is also humor in this novel as well. Rivkah's interaction with Nasica the rental agent evokes laughter while accurately representing Rome housing conditions.

Summit Book Reviews - Heritage Zara

Mr. Lewis' Biblical-fiction series, The Seeds of Christianity, displays a unique personality as well: a solid start with Witness, acceleration and anticipation through Disciple and Apostle, then a heart-wrenchingly poignant episode with Martyr. Just what you want from a series.Vividly portrayed, deeply instructive, emotionally satisfying; there is much to commend the entire series. It's a journey that will change you...for the better.

brucejudisch.blogspot - Bruce Judisch

As a career writer I am sometimes critical of other people’s writing. So when I see something outstanding, I want to stand up and shout. In MARTYR, the 4th in The Seeds of Christianity Series, Mr. Lewis outdoes himself. As always the story is about the lives of ordinary people who lived in the First Century and how they managed to survive, maintain and spread the Christian message. Entertaining, educational and inspiring, MARTYR earns a five-star rating. Don't miss it!

Zara Heritage