Fiction
“Is it possible for Biblical fiction to be serious, whimsical, intriguing, romantic, prophetic, faith-filled, daunting, grace-filled, dangerous, redeeming, heart-pumping, heart-stirring, sad and joyful all at once? Yes, in the hands of Tessa Afshar, it is exactly that.”
— Cathy Gohlke, bestselling Christy Hall of Fame author of Ladies of the Lake
“Tessa Afshar combines adventure and romance in a fast-paced novel that kept me turning the pages. I loved the way she brought so many historical figures to life. I highly recommend The Hidden Prince!”
— Francine Rivers, Internationally bestselling author of Redeeming Love
“Afshar writes unforgettable biblical fiction.”
— RT Book Reviews
“Afshar again shows her amazing talent for packing action and intrigue into the biblical setting for modern readers.”
— Publishers Weekly
Discover for yourself why Tessa’s novels have been translated into twelve languages and loved by fans around the world.
The Queen's Cook
November 19, 2024 - Preorders are now available!
Roxannah struggles to overcome her fellow workers’ jealousy as she serves in Queen Esther’s kitchens. But life becomes more complicated when a mysterious book and a sinister plot throw her and Adin, the palace physician, together. As danger shadows her steps and her responsibilities mount, Roxannah finds a friend in the remarkable queen of Persia.
The Peasant King
November 7, 2023
An ordinary woman,
A mysterious prince,
An impossible task.
And the God who overcomes the ghosts of the past to fulfill the promises of the future.
The Hidden Prince
November 8, 2022
The thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands.
Daughter of Rome
February 2020
A woman with a devastating secret. A man bent on proving his worth. A painful courtship that catapults them into the heart of history.
Jewel of the Nile
June 1, 2021
“Exquisite plotting and outstanding historical details set this apart.” Starred Review, Publisher’s Weekly
“An engrossing, achingly beautiful tale of romance and deadly secrets . . . a story to savor.” New York Times bestselling author Tosca Lee
Pearl in the Sand
OCTOBER 2020 - 10th ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Can a Canaanite harlot who has made her livelihood by looking desirable to men make a fitting wife for one of the leaders of Israel? Shockingly, the Bible’s answer is yes.
In the Field of Grace
PUBLISHED JULY 2014
The story of a love that ultimately changes the course of Israel’s destiny and the future of the whole world.
Land of Silence
PUBLISHED MAY 2016
Before Christ called her daughter…
Before she stole healing by touching the hem of his garment…
Bread of Angels
PUBLISHED JUNE 2017
One woman rises up to take the reins of success in an incredible journey of courage, grit, and friendship. And along the way, Lydia changes the world.
Harvest of Rubies: Book 1 in Harvest Series
PUBLISHED MAY 2012
Sarah, a brilliant scribe and cousin to prophet Nehemiah, is catapulted into the center of the Persian court…solving intrigues for the Queen.
Harvest of Gold: Book 2 in Harvest Series
PUBLISHED JULY 2013
An arranged marriage. A man whose heart is closed to love. A king whose life hangs in the balance. A nation on the brink of annihilation.
Thief of Corinth
PUBLISHED AUGUST 2018
First-century Corinth teems with commerce and charm, danger and corruption. Be transported back in time by this gripping tale of adventure, bravery, and redemption.