The Thief: A Novel (The Living Water Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.70 (951 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1451689101 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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Landsem’s impeccably researched novel moves at breakneck speed toward a climax that doesn’t disappoint." —Rebecca Kanner, author of Sinners and the Sea (Rebecca Kanner, author of Sinners and the Sea)"Powerful and moving, Landsem grabs hold of the soul and never lets go. "Nissa's tough demeanor as a cover for her fear and Longinus' desire for a life of peace in his mother's homeland of Gaul are achingly believable. A powerful message of faith and hope intersecting at the foot of the cross.” —Mesu Andrews, author of In a Broken Vessel (Mesu Andrews, author of In a Broken Vessel)“You know the feeling you get looking at a mountain sunset, listening to sacred music while James Earl Jones reads the Sermon on the Mount? The Thief captures that emotion in an unforgettable story of desperation and beauty.” &
But the supposed miracle brings only more misfortune, and Longinus, seeking to learn more about the mysterious healer, finds himself drawn instead to Nissa, whose secret will determine the course of both their futures. Accepting a wager that will get him away from the aggravating Jews and their threats of revolt, he sets out to catch the thieves harassing the marketplace. How can the so-called Messiah save them from their shackles, when he cannot even save himself?. A Roman centurion longing for peace and a Jewish woman hiding a deadly secret witness a miracle that transforms their lives and leads them to the foot of the cross.My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?Nissa is a Jewish woman with a sharp tongue and no hope of marriage. Cedron, Longinus, and Nissa are unexp
When she’s not writing, she’s feeding the ravenous horde, avoiding housework, and dreaming about her next adventure—whether it be in person or on the page. Stephanie Landsem writes historical fiction because she loves adventure in far-off times and places. In real life, she’s explored ancient ruins, medieval castles, and majestic cathedrals around the world. . Stephanie is equally h
Frank D Durham said The Thief is an excellent book. A real page turner. The Thief is an excellent book. A real page turner. The author did an outstanding job of developing the plot and characters. It is a must read.. Kate said A powerful and moving story.. What a powerful story The Thief, by Stephanie Landsem, was. My goodness, it was hard to put this book down. There were so many dynamics to this story that made this story come alive in my mind. The characters are solidly created, the way of life is fantastically researched, and it brings such an important time of the beginning of Christianity back to center stage, but offers it from a whole new perspective.When Jesus was crucified on the cross, two others were there beside him, this story focuses on the thief's and how they came to be on their own crosses that day and. A Man's View of The Thief The Thief is the second in a series of novels in “The Living Water Series.” All three are based on an actual encounter with Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John: the woman at the well, the man born blind (this book), and the raising of Lazarus. This fascinating story takes place in first century Jerusalem. Though it’s fiction, the story is interestingly intertwined with the facts of the biblical account, especially the days leading up to and just after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.It was obvious to me that the author, Minnesotan Stephanie Land