Most Popular Books by Francine Rivers

Book 3 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. His zeal carried him into battle His faithfulness won him honor among his people His humility led him into friendship with the man who would become king in his place David was a man after God''s own heart. But it was the courage and selflessness of his best friend Jonathan that opened the door to David''s rule. A man of honor and deep faith. The Prince is the story of Jonathan and book three in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. "This novella packs a powerful punch through characters that resonate in the soul. Fast-paced and seamless, this is a magnificent tale of courage, faithfulness, woe, and great joy." — Romantic Times This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

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

Having been abandoned as a newborn and found and raised by Pastor Ezekiel Freeman in the small California town of Haven, Abra Matthews feels like she doesn''t belong and at the age of seventeen runs off to Hollywood, becoming starlet Lena Scott.

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE starring Abigail Cowen, Tom Lewis, Nina Dobrev, with Logan Marshall Green and Eric Dane, special appearance by Famke Janssen. Distributed by Universal Pictures with a screenplay by Francine Rivers and D.J. Caruso. 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. Includes a six-part reading group guide!

Book 4 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. Her beauty stirred the passions of a king; her pain moved the heart of God. Meet Bathsheba, one of the five women in the lineage of Christ. David and Bathsheba''s scandalous affair did not end in one night. To many, her name means seduction and sin, yet God called Bathsheba His own, worthy of the legacy of His Son. Learn along with Bathsheba the overwhelming truth that God is willing to restore those lost in the depths of despair who call out to Him. Unspoken is book four in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity. "Masterfully written." — Romantic Times This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Behind the men who shaped history are the heroes who forever changed it. The Scribe, the fifth and final book in the Sons of Encouragement series, beloved author Francine Rivers illuminates the life of Silas. Like the other Sons of Encouragement, this book tells the story of a lesser-known biblical character who made an impact on eternity. The Scribe tells the story of Silas, the man behind the spotlight who recorded most of the New Testament Scriptures we read today. In classic Francine Rivers style the story lets readers grasp the Scriptures in a whole new light—from a perspective never before imagined. Along the way readers will be captivated by the growth of the early church and the trials Paul suffers before he is martyred for the cause of Christ.

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.

A rape victim must decide between abortion and keeping the child of her rapist, and relies on her Christian faith to help her.

La exitosa autora Francine Rivers relata nuevamente la historia bíblica de amor de Gómer y Oseas en un cuento ambientado con el emocionante telón de fondo de la fiebre del oro de California. La protagonista, Ángela, es una joven mujer que fue vendida para la prostitución cuando era niña. Miguel Oseas es un hombre piadoso enviado a la vida de Ángela para atraerla al amor redentor del Salvador. Esta notable novela ha vendido más de medio millón de copias y está entre los veinte primeros de la lista de mayores éxitos de ventas de libros de ficción de la ECPA por cuatro años consecutivos. ¡Ahora viene también con una sección de estudio bíblico y está disponible en una nueva y fascinante cubierta! Amor Redentor, un nuevo y poderoso relato del libro de Oseas, es una historia que cambia la vida por el amor incondicional, redentor y apasionado de Dios. CARACTERÍSTICAS Una historia de amor de la exitosa autora con ventas de más de medio millón de copias Francine Rivers confirma que de todas las novelas que ha escrito, esta es su historia favorita Amor Redentor ha estado en la lista de mejor ventas de la cadena de CBA por mas de sesenta meses Ofrece una historia bíblica de amor y redención que muestra como la gracia de Dios está disponible para todos aquellos que abren sus cora- zones; los mensajes principales son el perdón, la redención, y el amor Incluye un estudio bíblico para reflexión y enseñanza Seleccionado por Romantic Times como uno de los favoritos de romance entre 200 selecciones Best-selling author Francine Rivers skillfully retells the biblical love story of Gomer and Hosea in a tale set against the exciting backdrop of the California Gold Rush. The heroine, Angel, is a young woman who was sold into prostitution as a child. Michael Hosea is a godly man sent into Angel''s life to draw her into the Savior''s redeeming love. This remarkable novel has sold over half a million copies and is among the top twenty on the ECPA fiction best-sellers list for four years running. Now complete with a Bible study section and available in a fresh, compelling cover! A powerful retelling of the book of Hosea, Redeeming Love is a life-changing story of God''s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love. FEATURES Bestselling author''s beloved story with over 1,000,000 sold now has a new look Rivers states that this is her favorite story of all the novels she''s written Redeeming Love has been on the CBA bestsellers list for over 60 months Offers a life-changing, biblical story of love and redemption showing that God''s grace is available to all who will open their hearts; forgive ness, redemption, and love are its core messages Contains a Bible study for further reflection and teaching Chosen as one of Romantic Times'' 200 all-time favorite romances

Book 1 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. Betrayed by the men who controlled her future, she fought for her right to believe in a loving God. Meet Tamar, one of the five women in the lineage of Christ. She risked her life and her reputation to be the woman she was called to be. Her story serves as an example of how God uses our circumstances and our steps toward Him, however faltering, to fulfill His plan. Unveiled is book one in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity. Inspirational biblical fiction that will point you back to Scripture Brings to life the Old Testament story of a courageous young woman in the household of Judah Weaves together themes of seeking justice and clinging to hope "Francine Rivers utilizes her expertise as master storyteller to unveil Tamar''s saga, a tale of deception, betrayal, and ultimately hope." — Romantic Times This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Book 5 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. All eternity had been waiting for this moment. God chose one woman. Meet Mary, one of the most revered women in history. But first, she was an ordinary woman striving to please God in the same way that women still do today. When God spoke, Mary responded in simple obedience. And God chose her to bear the long-awaited Messiah. She couldn''t know that raising the perfect son would break her heart and change the world forever. Unafraid is book five in the popular Lineage of Grace series about five unlikely women who changed eternity. "Readers will find this book worth reading more than once, and definitely a great gift idea." — Romantic Times This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

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.

Book 1 in the 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece. The first book in the beloved Mark of the Lion series, A Voice in the Wind brings readers back to the first century Roman empire and introduces them to a character they will never forget―Hadassah. 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. A Voice in the Wind is perfect for fans of: Christian romance Biblical and historical fiction Themes of grace, love, and standing firm in your faith Includes discussion questions suitable for individual use or group discussions "Francine unlocks the longing in each one of us to connect to God in a deeper, life-changing way. No one reading her books will ever be the same again." ― Debbie Macomber "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 "Francine Rivers puts readers right into the history of the moment." ― Romantic Times

Despite the fact that it''s forbidden, Cadi Forbes is determined to find the sin eater after her grandmother''s death

Commited to building his new church, dynamic young preacher Paul Hudson loses sight of the purer intentions of his ministry and struggles to choose between his own will and God''s plan.

The Priest is the first book in a new companion series to A Lineage of Grace. Each novella peers into the life of one of five biblical men (such as Aaron, Jonathan, Silas) who stood behind the great heroes of faith. In The Priest you''ll meet Moses'' brother Aaron, the first high priest of Israel. How will Aaron support Moses while he struggles with being satisfied with God''s plan for his own life? Be inspired by how this seemingly secondary character plays a key role in supporting his leader and impacting the faith for eternity.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece comes the powerful story of two women, centuries apart, who are joined through a tattered journal as they contend with God, husbands, and even themselves. 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 frontier 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 . . . and uncovering Mary Kathryn''s story may help her write the next chapter of hers. "Rivers tells a powerful story of marital love tested in a crucible. Your hankie will not be dry, nor your heart unchallenged, as the characters learn the lessons of surrender to God''s sovereignty and unconditional love." ― Romantic Times Also available in The Francine Rivers Historical Collection (e-book only). Features dual historical fiction and contemporary plot lines Weaves together themes of faith, forgiveness, and overcoming challenges in marriage Includes discussion questions for book clubs