New Releases by Francine Rivers

Com A obra-prima, a autora de Amor de redenção retorna às suas raízes românticas nesta inesperada história de amor e recomeço. Uma trajetória de descobertas que nos lembra de que o perdão pode transformar até o mais abatido entre nós em uma imperfeita, mas não menos sublime, obra-prima. Roman Velasco é um artista plástico bem-sucedido que tem tudo o que poderia querer: fama, dinheiro e mulheres. Apenas Grace Moore, sua nova assistente pessoal, consegue perceber que, na verdade, ele tem muito pouco. Os demônios de Roman parecem espreitar pelos cômodos vazios de sua mansão com uma bela vista em Los Angeles, e Grace nem desconfia da maneira pela qual o chefe luta contra os monstros do passado: grafitando o alto dos prédios e assinando como Bird, um alter ego que pode destruir sua carreira e levá-lo para a prisão. Assim como Roman, Grace lida com fantasmas e segredos. Após um casamento desastroso virar sua vida de cabeça para baixo, ela está determinada a nunca mais deixar seu coração desviá-la de seus sonhos. Porém, ao conhecer melhor o enigmático homem para quem trabalha, as peças de suas histórias começam, pouco a pouco, a se encaixar... Até que um acontecimento inesperado muda para sempre o rumo da relação — e a vida — dos dois. "Francine Rivers costura as vidas de Roman e Grace ao fazê-los lidar com as feridas emocionais um do outro, e os conduz a uma dança de passos hesitantes em direção a um amor ao qual nenhum dos dois consegue resistir. Fãs de romance cristão vão amar esta história de redenção através do amor." ― Kirkus Reviews "Os fãs de Francine Rivers vão devorar A obra-prima ao encontrar exatamente o que procuram: uma bela história de fé, romance e a libertação que a verdadeira transformação pode trazer." ― Bookreporter "Os leitores vão amar esta história sobre a reconciliação com um passado conturbado e o esforço contínuo que uma vida de perdão exige." ― Booklist

Em Roma, 70 d.C., uma escrava e um aristocrata estão destinados a amar-se. Contra tudo e contra todos, vivem uma paixão proibida neste romance épico que conquistou o coração de milhões de leitores em todo o mundo. Depois de sobreviver ao massacre da sua família e à destruição de Jerusalém pelos romanos, a jovem Hadassa é capturada e vendida à família de um mercador abastado. Levada para Roma, torna-se escrava pessoal da libertina Júlia Valeriana. Hadassa é cristã e vê-se forçada a manter a sua identidade religiosa em segredo. Confusa e sozinha, ela tenta subtilmente transformar as vidas dos que a rodeiam. Marcos, o irmão mais velho de Júlia, está habituado a uma vida de prazer e abundância, não se preocupando com as mulheres com quem se envolve. Mas sabe que Hadassa é diferente e não consegue afastar a jovem escrava do seu pensamento. Também Atretes, um soldado capturado, é forçado a submeter-se aos seus captores e a tornar-se gladiador. A imoralidade e decadência da vida romana causam-lhe repulsa, e vive com a saudade da vida que ficou para trás. Será possível que o amor entre Hadassa e Marcos floresça perante tão profunda desigualdade? Poderá Atretes sobreviver à barbárie e manter intacta a sua luz interior? O declínio de Roma e a decadência de uma civilização à beira da autodestruição servem de poderoso pano de fundo a este romance épico e inesquecível.

A delightful new western romance andNew York Timesbestseller from the author ofRedeeming Love. New York Timesbestselling author Francine Rivers returns to the California frontier in this sweeping, romantic tale of a displaced New England suffragette, a former Union soldier disinherited by his Southern family, and the town they join forces to save. 1875.When Kathryn Walsh arrives in tiny Calvada, a mining town nestled in the Sierra Nevadas, falling in love is the farthest thing from her mind. Banished from Boston by her wealthy stepfather, she has come to claim an inheritance from the uncle she never knew: a defunct newspaper office on a main street overflowing with brothels and saloons, and a seemingly worthless mine. Moved by the oppression of the local miners and their families, Kathryn decides to relaunch her uncle''s newspaper―and then finds herself in the middle of a maelstrom, pitted against Calvada''s most powerful men. But Kathryn intends to continue to say―and publish―whatever she pleases, especially when she knows she''s right. Matthias Beck, owner of a local saloon and hotel, has a special interest in the new lady in town. He instantly recognizes C. T. Walsh''s same tenacity in the beautiful and outspoken redhead―and knows all too well how dangerous that family trait can be. While Kathryn may be right about Calvada''s problems, her righteousness could also get her killed. But when the handsome hotelier keeps finding himself on the same side of the issues as the opinionated Miss Walsh, Matthias''s restless search for purpose becomes all about answering the call of his heart. Everyone may be looking to strike it rich in this lawless boomtown, but it''s a love more precious than gold that will ultimately save them all. Engrossing plot that''s perfect for fans of Christian romance Western historical fiction set during the Gold Rush Interwoven with themes of compassion and redemption

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE • The classic story that has captured the hearts of millions worldwide: a tragically wounded soul, the man called to marry her, and the only love that heals all. Now available in a beautiful keepsake, linen-bound edition! “A literary masterpiece, reminding us that God’s love is unconditional.”—Debbie Macomber California’s gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep. Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside. Then she meets Michael Hosea, a man who seeks his Father’s heart in everything. Michael obeys God’s call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation, until despite her resistance, her frozen heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening comes overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband’s pursuing love, terrified of the truth she no longer can deny: her final healing must come from the One who loves her even more than Michael does . . . the One who will never let her go. A powerful retelling of the story of Gomer and Hosea, Redeeming Love is a life-changing story of God’s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love.

Venture deeper into the heart of the classic bestselling novel Redeeming Love with this six-week study and discover life-changing Bible truths. Through Redeeming Love, millions of readers have experienced the captivating love story of Angel and Michael Hosea that illustrates God’s power to redeem even the most lost among us. Redeeming Love: The Companion Study invites you to enter more fully into both the classic novel’s eternal message and the biblical story that inspired its writing. Each week’s readings include: • a personal reflection by Francine Rivers about the writing of Redeeming Love and the power of God’s Word • key scenes from Redeeming Love, selected to illustrate God’s loving pursuit of you • Bible study lessons that creatively blend story and Scripture to glean fresh insights • thoughtful reflection questions designed to inspire you to a deeper experience of God Perfect for both individual reflection and group discussion, this study will draw you deeper into the life-transforming love celebrated in Redeeming Love.

This forty-day devotional based on the classic bestselling novel Redeeming Love leads you on a personal, six-week journey into God’s all-consuming embrace. We know that God loves us unconditionally. So why is it so hard to break free from the past and live in that truth? Inspired by the biblical book of Hosea, Redeeming Love introduces a love so profound that it forever changes Angel, a woman who had viewed herself as broken beyond redemption. With A Path to Redeeming Love: A 40-Day Devotional, you can immerse yourself daily in the truth of God’s unshakable love for you. Personal essays from Francine explore key themes from the novel—Rejected, Resigned, Rescued, Redeemed, Reconciled, Restored—inspired by Scripture. In addition, each daily devotion includes: • an excerpt from Redeeming Love, Angel and Michael Hosea’s classic love story • Bible verses for meditation • prompts for Bible study, prayer, and journaling to enhance reflection and application Whether you feel stuck or hurt, confused or lost—or simply want to experience more deeply God’s boundless grace—this devotional invites you into a transformative understanding of God’s redeeming love.

Mitte des 19. Jahrhunderts lassen sich schottische Einwanderer in den Appalachen im Osten Nordamerikas nieder. Der Tradition entsprechend gibt es dort einen "Sühnemann", der immer dann ins Tal gerufen wird, wenn jemand gestorben ist, damit er in einer rituellen Handlung die Sünden des Verstorbenen auf sich nimmt. Bei der Beerdigung ihrer Großmutter erhascht die zehnjährige Cadi einen Blick auf diesen mysteriösen Mann, was streng verboten ist. Fortan hat das Mädchen den verzweifelten Wunsch, den Sühnemann zu finden und ihn zu bitten, auch ihre Schuld auf sich zu nehmen. Als sie auf das düstere Geheimnis hinter der Tradition stößt, riskiert sie ihr Leben, um die Wahrheit ans Licht zu bringen ... Ein packender historischer Roman um Schuld und die heilende Kraft der Vergebung. Der Klassiker als überarbeitete Neuauflage.

In this first of an epic family saga by Francine Rivers, mother and daughter relationships are challenged, setting their family on a course full of heartache.

Enjoy a FREE TYNDALE BIBLICAL FICTION SAMPLER featuring excerpts from four compelling biblical fiction novels that will transport you across time and place to ancient lands. A Voice in the Wind by New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers While wealthy Roman citizens indulge their every whim, Jews and barbarians are bought and sold as slaves and gladiators in the bloodthirsty arena. Amid the depravity around her, a young Jewish slave girl becomes a light in the darkness. Even as she''s torn by her love for a handsome aristocrat, Hadassah clings to her faith in the living God for deliverance from the forces of a decadent empire. Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar When the daughter of a prominent Roman general meets a disinherited Jewish immigrant, neither one can dream of God''s plan to transform them into the most influential couple of the early church. Nor can they anticipate the mountains that will threaten to bury them. The Advocate by Randy Singer At the trial of Christ, Theophilus, brilliant young assessore raised in the Roman aristocracy, stands behind Pontius Pilate and whispers, "Offer to release Barabbas." The strategy backfires, and Theophilus never forgets the sight of an innocent man unjustly suffering the worst of all possible deaths—Roman crucifixion. Three decades later, Theophilus must face another evil Caesar, defending the man Paul in Nero''s deranged court. Can Theophilus mount a defense that will keep another innocent man from execution? The Brother''s Keeper by Tracy Groot James knows that this year''s Passover pilgrimage will be more important than ever. Hearing about a possible plot against his brother Jesus, he must find him and talk some sense into him before it''s too late. And he must decide for himself who his brother really is. But on the dusty road to Jerusalem, more than one faction has murder on its mind. . . .

En esta fascinante historia de tentación, gracia y amor incondicional, Francine Rivers, autora de éxitos de mayor venta del New York Times, presenta una magnífica historia de amplio panorama. Para las personas influyentes de Hollywood en la década de los 50, Lena Scott es la estrella en ascenso más destacada desde Marilyn Monroe. Pocos saben que su verdadero nombre es Ava. Aún menos saben el precio que ella pagó para por fin sentirse alguien en la vida. Para el pastor Ezekiel Freeman, Ava siempre será la niña que le robó el corazón la noche que la encontró, recién nacida y llorando, abandonada bajo un puente en las afueras del pueblo El Refugio. Ezekiel y su hijo, Joshua--el mejor amigo de Ava--la ven crecer y transformarse en una mujer con belleza exótica. Pero Ezekiel sabe que las circunstancias que rodearon el nacimiento de la niña han grabado cicatrices profundas en su corazón, cicatrices que la dejan vulnerable a un galán engañoso que le promete grandes cosas. La ingenua Ava siente que Hollywood es un mundo aparte de El Refugio, y rápidamente aprende lo que se espera de una chica ambiciosa e ilusionada. Sin embargo, la fama tiene un costo devastador. Ella ha quemado todas sus naves para conseguir exactamente lo que creía querer. Ahora todo lo que desea es poder regresar a casa.In this riveting and highly anticipated tale of temptation, grace, and unconditional love, New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers delivers big-canvas storytelling at its very best. To those who matter in 1950s Hollywood, Lena Scott is the hottest rising star to hit the silver screen since Marilyn Monroe. Few know her real name is Abra. Even fewer know the price she''s paid to finally feel like she''s somebody. To Pastor Ezekiel Freeman, Abra will always be the little girl who stole his heart the night he found her, a wailing newborn abandoned under a bridge on the outskirts of Haven. Zeke and his son, Joshua--Abra''s closest friend--watch her grow into an exotic beauty. But Zeke knows the circumstances surrounding her birth have etched scars deep in her heart, scars that leave her vulnerable to a fast-talking charmer who lures her to Tinseltown. Hollywood feels like a million miles from Haven, and naive Abra quickly learns what''s expected of an ambitious girl with stars in her eyes. But fame comes at a devastating price. She has burned every bridge to get exactly what she thought she wanted. Now all she wants is a way back home.

Dos mujeres, separadas por siglos, son unidas a través de un diario desgastado mientras luchan con Dios, con sus esposos e incluso con ellas mismas... hasta que caen en los brazos de Aquel que las ama incondicionalmente. Sierra Madrid recién ha perdido el control de su vida cuando descubre la colcha artesanal y el diario de su antepasado Mary Kathryn McMurray, una joven que dejó su hogar para soportar muy duras condiciones en el camino a Oregón. Aunque las mujeres están separadas por el tiempo y las circunstancias, Sierra descubre que muchos de los problemas que enfrentan son notablemente similares. Siguiendo el ejemplo de Mary Kathryn, Sierra aprende a rendirse a la soberanía de Dios y al amor incondicional. Two women, centuries apart, are joined through a tattered journal as they contend with God, husbands, and even themselves . . . until they fall into the arms of the One who loves them unconditionally. Sierra Madrid''s life has just been turned upside down when she discovers the handcrafted quilt and journal of her ancestor Mary Kathryn McMurray, a young woman who was uprooted from her home only to endure harsh conditions on the Oregon Trail. Though the women are separated by time and circumstance, Sierra discovers that many of the issues they face are remarkably similar. By following Mary Kathryn''s example, Sierra learns to surrender to God''s sovereignty and unconditional love.

In deze compleet vernieuwde uitgave van ''De schoenendoos'' van Francine Rivers vind je een ontroerend kerstverhaal en een serie overdenkingen voor de adventstijd. Pleegkind Timmy heeft het niet gemakkelijk nu hij niet meer bij zijn moeder thuis kan wonen. Hij wordt opgevangen door lieve pleegouders, maar zelfs zij weten niet wat er in de schoenendoos zit die Timmy altijd met zich meedraagt. Pas wanneer Timmy meespeelt in het kerstspel op school, verandert alles. Speciaal voor deze editie schreef Francine Rivers ook een serie overdenkingen voor de adventszondagen en kerstavond. Dit mooi vormgegeven boekje is een prachtige aanvulling op een toch al bijzondere tijd. Francine Rivers is bekend van o.a. ''Bevrijdende liefde'', ''Mijn moeders hoop'' en ''Het meesterwerk''. Ze schreef het verhaal over Timmy en zijn schoenendoos bijna tien jaar nadat ze tot geloof kwam, geïnspireerd door haar eigen moeite om haar zorgen en dank bij God neer te leggen.

A New York Times , USA Today , and Publishers Weekly bestseller "This character-driven romance will enthrall [Rivers''s] many fans." ― Library Journal The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love returns to her romance roots with this unexpected and redemptive love story, a probing tale with spiritual depth that reminds us that mercy can shape even the most broken among us into an imperfect yet stunning masterpiece. A successful LA artist, Roman Velasco appears to have everything he could possibly want―money, women, fame. Only Grace Moore, his reluctant, newly hired personal assistant, knows how little he truly has. The demons of Roman''s past seem to echo through the halls of his empty mansion and out across his breathtaking Topanga Canyon view. But Grace doesn''t know how her boss secretly wrestles with those demons: by tagging buildings as the Bird, a notorious but unidentified graffiti artist―an alter ego that could destroy his career and land him in prison. Like Roman, Grace is wrestling with ghosts and secrets of her own. After a disastrous marriage threw her life completely off course, she vowed never to let love steal her dreams again. But as she gets to know the enigmatic man behind the reputation, it''s as if the jagged pieces of both of their pasts slowly begin to fit together . . . until something so unexpected happens that it changes the course of their relationship―and both their lives―forever. The Masterpiece is perfect for fans of: Clean contemporary romance Christian women''s fiction Riveting stories with themes of faith and forgiveness "Rivers deftly threads Roman''s and Grace''s lives together as they tiptoe around their emotional scars, eventually shifting into a dance of tentative steps toward a love neither can resist. Fans of Christian romance will delight in this tale of salvation through love." ― Kirkus Reviews "Richly detailed characters with traumatic pasts are woven together with biblical truths and redemptive themes. . . . This is an amazing, beautifully written tale to be savored and pondered and shared with others." ― Romantic Times "Readers will marvel at Rivers''s storytelling arc encompassing the reconciliation of gritty past misdeeds and the work in progress of a life of forgiveness." ― Booklist "Fans of Francine Rivers will eagerly devour The Masterpiece and find exactly what they are looking for: a beautifully written story of faith, romance, and the power that true freedom can bring." ― Bookreporter

Esta serie clásica ha inspirado a más de dos millones de fieles seguidores, y sin duda alguna, esta nueva edición en español cautivará miles de nuevos lectores que desearán poseer esta clásica serie cristiana. Esta edición incluye un prólogo de la casa editorial, una carta redactada por Francine Rivers, un glosario ilustrado y una guía de discusión para uso personal o grupal. Un eco en las tinieblas, el segundo libro de la serie La marca del León, nos cuenta como Marcos se aparta de la opulencia para seguir una voz susurrante del pasado. Su búsqueda lo lleva en un viaje que lo puede librar de la oscuridad de su alma. This beloved series has inspired nearly 2 million readers, and this new Spanish edition will appeal to both loyal fans and new readers. This edition includes a foreword from the publisher, a preface from Francine Rivers, an illustrated glossary, and discussion questions suitable for personal and group use. #2 An Echo in the Darkness Turning away from the opulence of Rome, Marcus is led by a whispering voice from the past into a journey that could set him free from the darkness of his soul.

"El primer libro de la serie La marca del León, Una voz en el viento, transporta a los lectores al primer siglo y les presenta a un personaje que nunca olvidarán: Hadasa. Desgarrada por su amor por un atractivo y elegante aristócrata, esta joven esclava se aferra a su fe en el Dios viviente por la liberación de las fuerzas de la Roma decadente."--Amazon.com.

Un barbat inflacarat, ale carui cuvinte au zguduit inima poporului. Un barbat de actiune, a carui curaj a salvat viata multor oameni. Un barbat al credintei, a carui pasiune l-a condus catre adevaratul Dumnezeu. Iosua i-a succedat lui Moise ca lider al poporului. Dar zelul altui barbat din popor a determinat natiunea Israel sa-si puna credinta in actiune: Caleb Seria de romane istorice „Fiii incurajarii” este dedicata unor eroi ai credintei care au slujit in umbra marilor lideri alesi de Dumnezeu in fruntea lor. Aaron, Caleb, Ionatan, Amos si Sila au raspuns chemarii ceresti de a influenta cursul istoriei, fara sa capete recunoastere sau faima inaintea oamenilor. Si nu s-au dat inapoi, indiferent de obstacole, constienti ca rasplata lor s-ar putea sa vina doar in viata viitoare. Nu au fost desavarsiti, si cu toate acestea Dumnezeu i-a folosit in planul Sau desavarsit de a Se revela lumii. Din Seria „Fiii incurajarii” In umbra marilor barbati care au modelat istoria sunt eroii care i-au influentat cursul pentru totdeauna. Preotul - Aaron Razboinicul - Caleb Printul - Ionatan Profetul - Amos Scribul – Sila

A New York Times , USA Today , and Publishers Weekly bestseller! In this riveting saga of temptation, grace, and unconditional love, the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece delivers big-canvas storytelling at its very best. To those who matter in 1950s Hollywood, Lena Scott is the hottest rising star to hit the silver screen since Marilyn Monroe. Few know her real name is Abra. Even fewer know the price she''s paid to finally feel like she''s somebody. To Pastor Ezekiel Freeman, Abra will always be the little girl who stole his heart the night he found her, a wailing newborn abandoned under a bridge on the outskirts of Haven. Zeke and his son, Joshua―Abra''s closest friend―watch her grow into an exotic beauty. But Zeke knows the circumstances surrounding her birth have etched scars deep in her heart, scars that leave her vulnerable to a fast-talking charmer who lures her to Tinseltown. Hollywood feels like a million miles from Haven, and naive Abra quickly learns what''s expected of an ambitious girl with stars in her eyes. But fame comes at a devastating price. She has burned every bridge to get exactly what she thought she wanted. Now all she wants is a way back home. This riveting and emotional tale is perfect for fans of: Historical fiction and Christian romance Glamorous, vintage Hollywood settings Faith-filled stories about broken characters on the road to redemption "One of the edgiest Christian romances I have had the pleasure of reading in a long while. Francine Rivers has woven a deeply moving story with an adept hand that knows just how to layer humanity, in all its beautiful and ugly truth, into almost every individual who steps onto the page." ― USA Today ''s Happy Ever After Blog "This is another compelling and moving story by one of the genre''s most honored and talented writers." ― Library Journal , starred review "Rivers returns with a page-turning recasting of the story of the prodigal son, here a prodigal daughter. . . . This story arc will be particularly resonant for Christian readers, but Rivers has the writing ability to reel in others who enjoy a well-told tale of redemption." ― Publishers Weekly

Römische Legionäre zerstören 70 n. Chr. Jerusalem. Die junge Judenchristin Hadassa überlebt als Einzige und wird als Sklavin nach Rom verschleppt. Sie landet in der reichen Familie der Valerianer. Als Dienerin der verwöhnten Julia lernt sie die römische Gesellschaft mit ihrem Luxus, ihren Intrigen und ihrer Hoffnungslosigkeit kennen. Doch sie findet auch Liebe und Anerkennung bei ihren neuen Herren - besonders bei Marcus, dem Sohn des Hauses. Und sie stößt auf andere Christen, die sich heimlich im Untergrund treffen. Hadassa schließt sich ihnen an - und bringt sich damit in höchste Gefahr ... Die sprachlich überarbeitete und erweiterte Neuauflage des Bestsellers von Francine Rivers.

In cautarea propriei rascumparari, Cadi Forbes – fetita de zece ani – descopera misterul teribil ce mistuia comunitatea de imigranti irlandezi de la poalele muntilor Appalachi. La inmormantarea bunicii ei dragi, surprinde pentru o clipa privirea sfasietoare a „devoratorului de pacate“ care, conform unei vechi legende, venea sa manance o paine si sa bea un pahar cu vin, luand astfel asupra sa pacatele defunctului. Cu toate ca stie prea bine ca ii este interzis sa-l priveasca (si cu atat mai mult sa-l caute), dorinta ei disperata de a scapa de povara ce o apasa zi si noapte, considerandu-se vinovata de moartea surorii ei, o determina sa-l afle cu orice pret pe barbatul acela care poate s-o elibereze de pacat… pacatul care ii rapise dragostea mamei si o facuse sa-si doreasca sa fuga de viata aceasta si teribila ei judecata. Insistenta ei deschide rani vechi si dezgroapa secrete tulburatoare, bulversand linistea satului din creierii muntilor, dar nu fara rost. Caci cautarile ei o conduc spre singura modalitate eficienta de a obtine rascumpararea si spre singurul Om care o poate elibera de povara. Romanul a fost premiat cu aur si ecranizat in 2007. Francine Rivers si-a inceput cariera literara la Universitatea din Nevada, Reno. A publicat peste douazeci de romane inspirationale, de dragoste si istorice – toate bestselleruri – care au castigat sau au fost nominalizate la importante premii in domeniu. Datorita succesului dobandit, a castigat deopotriva admiratia scriitorilor si loialitatea cititorilor. Tiparite in peste douazeci de limbi, romanele sale au devenit bestu00adselleruri in multe din tarile unde au fost traduse. Este casatorita cu Rick Rivers, au trei copii si locuiesc in California de Nord, Statele Unite.

A relevant and timely novel by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece. He seemed like the perfect pastor to lead Centerville Christian Church. She was the perfect pastor’s wife. When Paul Hudson accepted the call to pastor the struggling church, he had no idea what to expect. But it didn’t take long for Paul to turn Centerville Christian Church around. Attendance was up-way up. Everything was going so well. If only his wife could see it that way. Still, he tried not to let her quiet presence disturb him. She knew something wasn’t right, and it hadn’t been for a long time. . . . Eunice closed the bedroom door quietly and knelt beside her bed. “I’m drowning, God. I’ve never felt so alone. Who can I turn to but you, Lord? Where else does a pastor’s wife go for help when her marriage is failing and her life is out of control? Who can I trust with my anguish, Lord? Who but you?” Grasping her pillow, she pressed it tightly to her mouth so that her sobs would not be heard. This thought-provoking contemporary Christian novel: Explores themes of faith, church leadership, and hearing God’s voice Includes discussion questions for book clubs “This book is a powerful and almost-prophetic statement of the church in America. . . . And the Shofar Blew is a must-read.” —Anne Graham Lotz, bestselling author and speaker “[Rivers] as usual turns in a strong narrative, posing issues that ring loud and clear.” —Booklist “Meticulously plotted, Francine Rivers’s new masterpiece, And the Shofar Blew, brims with unforgettable characters.” —Romantic Times Also available in The Francine Rivers Contemporary Collection (e-book only).

Acest roman emotionant al lui Francine Rivers iti va atinge inima si sufletul. Candva gradina Leotei fusese o oaza de frumusete, in care florile si speranta infloreau deopotriva. Era locul de refugiu unde se tamaduia de ranile adanci sapate in ea de razboiul necrutator, sanctuarul in care se pleca inaintea lui Dumnezeu si se ruga pentru copiii ei care nu-i intelegeau sacrificiile tacute. Ajunsa la 84 de ani, Leota este singura, iar gradina ei paraginita reflecta sufletu-i pustiu. Orice efort de apropiere fata de copiii ei ramasese fara rezultat. Singurul care-i intelegea durerea era Acela care, intr-o gradina cum fusese a ei, inviase, aducand iertarea si vindecarea. Si Leota primeste intr-o zi vizita unei tinere femei care pretinde ca-i este nepoata. Atunci o adiere invioratoare strabate toata fiinta ei. Va mai apuca dragostea sa infloreasca din nou, inainte sa fie prea tarziu pentru ea? Francine Rivers si-a început cariera literara la Universitatea din Nevada, Reno. A publicat peste douazeci de romane inspirationale, de dragoste si istorice – toate bestselleruri – care au castigat sau au fost nominalizate la importante premii în domeniu. Datorita succesului dobandit, a castigat deopotriva admiratia scriitorilor si loialitatea cititorilor. Tiparite în peste douazeci de limbi, romanele sale au devenit bestselleruri în multe din tarile unde au fost traduse. Este casatorita cu Rick Rivers, au trei copii si locuiesc in California de Nord, Statele Unite.

Conclusão da saga familiar iniciada em A esperança de uma mãe. Uma história sobre família e fé, sonhos e decepções e, acima de tudo, sobre a resiliência e a perseverança do amor. Crescer não é fácil para a pequena Carolyn. Com a mãe isolada por causa da tuberculose, a menina cria um laço especial com a avó. Mas, à medida que as tensões entre as duas mulheres aumentam, Carolyn se sente culpada. Quando a mãe volta a trabalhar e a avó vai embora, Carolyn e o irmão são criados praticamente sem a supervisão dos pais, o que trará consequências nefastas. A faculdade dá a Carolyn a oportunidade de se encontrar, mas uma tragédia na família abala sua recém-conquistada independência. Em vez de voltar para casa, ela corta todos os laços e se perde na intoxicante contracultura de San Francisco. Quando reaparece dois anos depois, grávida e mais desorientada do que nunca, ela precisa construir uma vida para si e para o bebê. Exatamente como Carolyn, sua lha, May Flower Dawn, desenvolve uma ligação mais forte com a avó do que com a mãe, provocando mais uma rixa entre gerações. Mas, conforme cresce e se torna uma moça gentil e generosa, Dawn vai lutar para evitar os erros de seus antepassados, prometendo ser uma ponte entre as mulheres da família, e não um muro que as separe para sempre. Abarcando desde a década de 1950 até os dias de hoje, O sonho de uma lha é o emocionante capítulo nal de uma história sobre quatro gerações de mulheres e seus erros e acertos.

Ascultare – Maria Cerul intreg a asteptat de-atata vreme aceasta clipa. Planul a existat din vesnicie, dar momentul potrivit s-a ivit abia acum, cand Maria s-a supus fara cartire vointei si chemarii lui Dumnezeu. Mariei i s-a incredintat o sarcina inimaginabil de grea: aceea de a-L purta in pantecele ei pe Fiul lui Dumnezeu, de a-L creste si apoi de a-L privi cum moare cea mai cruda moarte din istoria omenirii. Desi nu i-a fost usor, Maria a trebuit sa invete sa infrunte parerile si privirile indiscrete si, mai ales, sa invete ca menirea Fiului ei, a lui Mesia, nu era aceea de a rasturna dominatia romana, ci aceea de a muri … pentru ei, pentru ea, pentru noi toti. Si Maria a invatat aceasta lectie, desi nu a fost o lectie deloc usoara! Din seria: O genealogie a harului Nume de barbati, unul dupa altul, sunt mentionate in primul capitol din Evanghelia dupa Matei. Dar printre toate aceste nume de tati si fii din cartea neamului lui Isus Cristos se remarca numele a cinci femei, a caror chemare mareata a fost aceea de a pava, alaturi de sotii si fii lor, calea venirii in lume a lui Mesia. Cinci femei care au schimbat lumea. Vulnerabilitatea acestor femei ori abuzul de putere al barbatilor din epoca patriarhala pot parea dure pentru noi, cei de azi. Insa emotiile pe care le traieste o femeie, indiferent de timp sau regiune, sunt universale. „O genealogie a harului” este seria de nuvele ale lui Francine Rivers, care readuc in actualitate iertarea, puterea de sacrificiu si reabilitarea.

"Die Sehnsucht ihrer Mutter" ist der erste Band einer zweiteiligen Familien-Saga, die Kontinente und Generationen umspannt. Die Geschichte beginnt 1901 in der Schweiz und führt die junge Marta Schneider durch halb Europa und schließlich nach Kanada, wo sie dem gutaussehenden Niclas Waltert begegnet und mit ihm eine eigene Familie gründet - bis der Zweite Weltkrieg ihre Familie auseinanderreißt ... Francine Rivers verarbeitet Teile ihrer eigenen Geschichte zu einem bewegenden Drama über Glaube und Träume und die Unbezwingbarkeit der Liebe zwischen Müttern und Töchtern.

The complete biblical historical fiction compilation by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people―women in the family tree of Jesus Christ. Tamar. Rahab. Ruth. Bathsheba. Mary. Each was faced with extraordinary―even scandalous―challenges. But they had courage. They lived daring lives. Sometimes they made mistakes―big mistakes. And yet God, in His infinite mercy and grace, used them to bring forth the Christ, the Savior of the world. Their stories still hold great meaning and inspiration for us today. Tamar risked her life and reputation to be the woman she was called to be. See how the Lord uses our circumstances and our steps toward Him, however faltering, to fulfill His plan. Rahab was exploited by men who saw only her beauty, yet she held fast to her faith in God and was rewarded. Discover how God seeks and finds those whose hearts are tender toward Him, no matter how far away they are. Ruth''s loyalty, especially toward her mother-in-law Naomi, helped her persevere in the face of tragedy, and God gave her a second chance at love. Be encouraged that God will provide even when all hope seems lost. Bathsheba''s scandalous affair with David did not end in one night. Learn that God is willing to restore and redeem those lost in the depths of despair who call out to Him. Mary is one of the most revered women in history. But first, she was an ordinary woman striving to please God in the same way women still do today. When God spoke, Mary responded in obedience which changed the world forever. Each novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion. Watch these five women in the Bible come to life and learn from their examples of hope, faith, love, and obedience.

Indurare – Batseba Frumusetea Batsebei a aprins instantaneu pasiunea imparatului, dar durerea nascuta in sufletul ei a atins inima lui Dumnezeu. Intr-o clipa, la o singura privire aruncata de rege in directia ei, viata Batsebei a fost intoarsa pe dos, dupa ce acesta a poruncit sa fie adusa inaintea lui. Atunci s-a intamplat inimaginabilul, iar Batseba ajunge sa traiasca sentimente contradictorii: devine vaduva, dar, in acelasi timp, ajunge sa traiasca o viata la care un muritor de rand doar ar fi putut visa. Dar oare chiar si-a dorit ea o astfel de viata? O singura greseala poate schimba istoria, dar indurarea lui Dumnezeu poate transforma chiar si cele mai rele circumstante in ceva glorios. Din seria: O genealogie a harului Nume de barbati, unul dupa altul, sunt mentionate in primul capitol din Evanghelia dupa Matei. Dar printre toate aceste nume de tati si fii din cartea neamului lui Isus Cristos se remarca numele a cinci femei, a caror chemare mareata a fost aceea de a pava, alaturi de sotii si fii lor, calea venirii in lume a lui Mesia. Cinci femei care au schimbat lumea. Vulnerabilitatea acestor femei ori abuzul de putere al barbatilor din epoca patriarhala pot parea dure pentru noi, cei de azi. Insa emotiile pe care le traieste o femeie, indiferent de timp sau regiune, sunt universale. „O genealogie a harului” este seria de nuvele ale lui Francine Rivers, care readuc in actualitate iertarea, puterea de sacrificiu si reabilitarea.

The complete 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece. Travel to first-century Rome in this classic biblical fiction series and discover what has inspired millions of readers worldwide. The three books in the Mark of the Lion series are packaged into one volume. A Voice in the Wind , the first book in the trilogy, introduces readers to Hadassah, a young Jewish girl captured and sold into slavery but still holding firm to her faith in God. Though torn by her love for a handsome aristocrat, Hadassah becomes a shining beacon of light in the darkness and depravity around her. In An Echo in the Darkness , Marcus, a wealthy Roman aristocrat touched by Hadassah''s sincere belief, begins to wonder if there''s more to this life. As he continues to search for meaning and faith, he is led by a whispering voice from the past that could set him free from the darkness of his soul. The trilogy concludes with As Sure as the Dawn , which follows Atretes, the high chief of a Germanic tribe who fought as a gladiator and won his freedom. As Atretes sets out to return home with his infant son, only one thing stands in his way: Rizpah, a Christian widow who has cared for the baby since his birth. All three books in this latest collection include: A preface from Francine Rivers about her inspiration for these books A glossary of historical terms for easy reference Discussion questions for personal and group use Join millions of readers who have been captivated by this popular tale of love, courage, and faith. "Francine Rivers puts readers right into the history of the moment." ― Romantic Times "Francine Rivers without a doubt is one of the finest storytellers of our generation. . . . No one reading her books will ever be the same again." ― Debbie Macomber, New York Times bestselling author "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 fiction―honest, unflinching, powerful, life-changing―demonstrating why storytelling is the most effective way to communicate God''s 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

Door de zwakheid van koning David werd ze het middelpunt van een duister avontuur: overspel, misleiding en moord. Met haar bijzondere talent gaat Francine Rivers op zoek naar de persoon Batseba echt was. Met respect voor de Bijbelse gegevens wordt beschreven welke motieven en emoties er gespeeld zullen hebben. Wie was Batseba nu werkelijk? Hoe was ze onder alles wat er gebeurde? Hoe was haar relatie met God?