Book 3 in the 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.

The thrilling conclusion to the Mark of the Lion series.

With Hadassah confined to the cells below the arena, facing death once again, and his sister Julia dying of a strange new illness and longing for a forgiveness beyond her reach, Marcus goes in search of God. Meanwhile, Atretes, the Germanic warrior and former gladiator, vows to move heaven and earth to find his sonthe baby he thought was dead and whose life Hadassah savedand take him back to Germania. Only one thing stands in his way: Rizpah, a Christian widow who has cared for the baby since his birth. Atretes did not count on Rizpahs fiery resistance to having her son taken away, nor is he prepared for the womans strength and beauty. From their first meeting, the two are caught in a stormy battle of wills.

• The captivating finale to the classic biblical fiction trilogy
• Includes a glossary of historical terms
• Features discussion questions, character reviews, and Scripture references for book clubs

Once more, Rivers transcends the genre.
Booklist, starred review

Francine unlocks the longing in each one of us to connect to God in a deeper, life-changing way. No one reading her books will ever be the same again.
Debbie Macomber

As we watch Hadassah and Atretes struggle through first-century trials, we learn how to handle similar situations in the twenty-first century. The costumes may vary, but our Lord does not change.
Angela Hunt

Francine redefined Christian fictionhonest, unflinching, powerful, life-changingdemonstrating why storytelling is the most effective way to communicate Gods truth. Every Christian novelist writing today owes a debt of gratitude to Francine Rivers for lighting the way.
Liz Curtis Higgs

Francine Rivers writes from her heart to touch the hearts of her readers. Her books are essential reading for all who love Christian fiction.
Bodie Thoene

Francine Rivers puts readers right into the history of the moment.
Romantic Times

• Author: Francine Rivers
• Series: Mark of the Lion
• Format: Softcover, 512 pages
• ISBN: 9780842339766