Fiction
“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!”
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Francine Rivers, Internationally bestselling author of Redeeming Love
November 8, 2022
The Hidden Prince
From the bestselling author of Jewel of the Nile comes the thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands.
The beloved daughter of Jewish captives in Babylon, Keren is sold into Daniel’s household to help her family survive. She becomes Daniel’s most trusted scribe, while taking lessons and swordsmanship training alongside Daniel’s sons and their best friend, Jared.
After a tragic accident changes the course of her life, Keren finds herself in a foreign country, charged with a mysterious task; teaching a shepherd boy how to become a lord. When she overhears whispers that hint at his true identity, she realizes she must protect him from the schemes of a bloodthirsty king.
Jared cannot forgive Keren. Still, he finds himself traveling over mountains to fetch her back to the safety of home. When he discovers the secret identity of Keren’s pupil, Jared knows he must help protect him. Love battles bitterness as they flee from the king’s agents, trying to save the boy who could one day deliver their people from captivity.
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Reviews
“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. This work of fiction rang with the truth of historic detail and the culture of its time, bringing to life an important slice of biblical history, through fiction, that I had not focused on. That joy and hope and reminder of the love of God for His people through all generations is uplifting. Beautifully written, steeped in grace, The Hidden Prince is a story to savor. Thankfully, the end of the story promises a sequel next year, one that I eagerly await.”
Cathy Gohlke, 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
“Not only does The Hidden Prince have everything that makes a novel worthy of best-seller status—strong characters, sweet romance, plausible danger, perfect pacing, and rewarding resolution—but . . . This book is a treasure for heart and mind . . . Afshar’s master storytelling rises to a whole new level.”
Mesu Andrews, Christy Award-winning author of Isaiah’s Daughter