Have you ever read Biblical fiction? If not, you must! Connilyn Cossette brings the Old Testament to life in her Out of Egypt series and now in her Cities of Refuge series.
Did you know that the Bible talks about cities of refuge?
Yep, me neither. But it does and that’s why you should read this book because it brings the Bible to life to the point that it makes you want to go back and reread the Old Testament.
What other books do that?
I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of A Light on the Hill. I knew from experience that Conni’s books didn’t disappoint so I jumped on the chance to read it.
Here’s the blurb:
Seven years ago, Moriyah was taken captive in Jericho and branded with the mark of the Canaanite gods. Now the Israelites are experiencing peace in their new land, but Moriyah has yet to find her own peace. Because of the shameful mark on her face, she hides behind her veil at all times and the disdain of the townspeople keeps her from socializing. And marriage prospects were out of the question . . . until now.
Her father has found someone to marry her, and she hopes to use her love of cooking to impress the man and his motherless sons. But when things go horribly wrong, Moriyah is forced to flee. Seeking safety at one of the newly-established Levitical cities of refuge, she is wildly unprepared for the dangers she will face, and the enemies–and unexpected allies–she will encounter on her way.
This is my second book of hers to read and now I want to go back and read the others. So…for the book. This was fantastic! It was a page turner, emotional, and the language was beautiful. I loved how Darek, the hero, pushed Moriyah to become her true self. The most beautiful moment of the book was when Darek had an “emotional breakdown.” (Don’t want to give away the details!) This is a book you will read again and pass down to your children. Moriyah’s journey is one we have all faced. This book will tangle with your emotions as you join Moriyah on her journey to escape danger. It’s a must read!
