Francine Rivers

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This book is so unbelievably inspiring. It touched my heart and motivated me through the main character's, Hadassah's, unfailing devotion to Jesus Christ. This novel made me realize how blessed and easy many Christians have it today. I have always taken my religious freedom for granted, but now I know what it is like to truly stand up for your faith. I very highly recommend "A Voice in the Wind" to all readers. Thank you Francine!
- Brenna Wilson

When I finished reading the Mark of the Lion series, I decided that these books were one of my favourites. Hadassah is a great Christian example because unlike other characters I've read about, she's not too perfect or anything. She's human. Anyway, I think that God has blessed Francine Rivers with a wonderful writing gift. I really loved these books, and I've read about five times already.
- Anna-Maria, Spain

hi im zime from south africa, i read 3 of the mark of the lion books and i was only 15years old.i would read to my mom couse she couldnt read and we would cry together. The books really made me grow in christ.just reading about hadassah and all the challanges that she faced made me thank God for everything that he does for me and sometimes even when i think i need something then God would do it differently from how i wanted then i just remember that he knows whats best for me.right now im 20 and being a young woman these days its so challenging with all the peer pressure but i just remember that it is best to wait on the lord and to please him all the time then God would just fullfill me and i'll be happy. thank you for being an inspiration.
- zime

The most wonderful set of books I have ever read. The Mark of the Lion series captivated my imagination and my heart!
- Catherine

This is the most sensitive book I have read in my life.
- Lanrewaju Lawal

This is Vandana from India.A million thanks for Mark of the Lion series.I personally have been greatly blessed by all three.My faith has been greatly challenged.All I could offer the Lord were my tears of repentence for the times I was complacent and did not share my faith.I thank the Lord for the gift he has placed in you to encourage us and inspire us.I know for sure that everyone who reads this series will not remain the same and I sincererly pray that in times like these we might be mighty witnesses for Christ.Hadassah is going to be a role model for this generation.
- Vandana Masih

Hi, my name is Jennifer Anyetei from Nairobi, Kenya. A Voice in the Wind is one book that inspired me in my christian walk, it showed me that God is looking for someone in whom is glory can be seen and felt and he found it in Haddassah. She had a simple love and obedience for God which was unshaken despite the circumstances. She never made excuses for going against God's will even if that excuse was the only thing that could save her life. Another factor that stood out from the book was how Haddasah was a slave yet she was free (she was a slave in the natural but free in the spiritual) Julia, Marcus, Calabah and the rest of the Romans were bound in their way of life that left them endlessly searching for fulfillment be it in endless partying, the arena or illicit sex but Haddassah who her master was and she served him wholeheartely. Last but not least the book taught me one thing, that everything that God does is for His glory. This we saw at the end of book no. 2.Every one in the Valerian home believed and inorder for them to get there God had to use Haddassah in anyway that He could inorder to achieve that end...forsaking one to save many. LET EVERYTHING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE THE LORD.
- Jennifer

this book is amazing, all christain women should read it, fransine has done a great job.
- narny de Haan

This is the best ever!The setting,the atmosphere is practically real.....!P-L-E-A-S-E write another with the same era.God bless you.
- Akpesiri, Nigeria.

The first time I read this novel a couple years ago in 8th grade, I thought it was one of the best novels I'd read. A couple years passed. Then I read it again. Now don't get me wrong. It has an excellent storyline, with well-developed characters, and is one of the few novels I've read that has a protagonist with whom I can identify, not to mention a wonderful spiritual lesson. It's just that during the interlude I read classics like Ben-Hur, The Robe, Quo Vadis, and I found what true detail is. In Quo Vadis, for instance, the author Sienkiewicz?(I apologize, I can't spell his name--it's Polish) clearly had an extensive education in Roman/Grecian customs and to me, I felt like I was there. When I read A Voice in the Wind, I felt like the people were displaced; that is, they talked like we do, not as Romans that lived several millenia ago. While reading, I felt like she got her info from a couple of hours surfing on the web, not delving into the actual culture as, say, Liz Higgs does with her Thorn in the Heart series, and as Francine did with Redeeming Love. So, in conclusion, it is a good read, but don't expect a classic or even Redeeming Love. (Now that was what I call a novel.) Magandang gabi sayo opo!!
- Kristine

Francine Rivers does it again. God has blessed this woman with a talent like no other. What an inspirational series! Each book has caused me to reflect on my own life. May we all have a heart like Haddassah's.
- Kathleen Gilbertson

Absolutely enthralling. I couldn't put it down and rushed to buy the second book in the series the minute I finished it. I have re-read the entire series (something I have never done before these books). This story inspires me to have a servent's heart and cling to the One who created me. I have shared my books with many friends who have recommended them to their friends. A phenomenal and truly divinely inspired story that has made my life better.
- Kim

This is by far one of the best books I've ever read. I could not put it down!!! I loved the historic aspect, it gave you a vivid glimpse of what life was like in Rome shortly after the death of Christ. The story line is excellently weaved through these times which closley compares to today's society. A must read for anyone!
- Celina

I absolutely love the Mark of the Lion trilogy. I've read all three books twice already. It is an exciting and enthralling series.
- Ashley

is a book in which every child of God have to read. it tells us on how to always trust on the will of God
- faith abiodun

Hadassah is amazing! She is the type of Christian that we should be. Even if we are tempted by a rich and handsome man (per se) we should stand ground and say "No." and give a reason why. "Christians and believers should not be yoked." She is right. I have seen many marriages and heard of marriages fall apart because one was a believer and saved and the other wanted nothing to do with GOD, JESUS CHRIST, or Church. This entire book is filled with GOD'S love from beginning to end. Everyone that reads it will be encouraged and changed and will grow with their relationship with the LORD.
- CourtneyforChrist

This is my absolute favorite book of all time! I've read and loved all of Francines books, but this one has truly captured my heart, and imagination. I have now read this book 4 times, and just recently started on it for the 5th time. The story of young Hadassah's faith and trust in God constantly challenges my own. I love how Francine Rivers combines faith, history, romance, battles and heart all into this one series. I would recomend this book to anyone. :)
- Joelle R.

it is a wonderful book. I learned a lot of things about the courage and strength of the early Christians...I recommend this book to anyone who wants to grow both educationally and spiritually.
- Eunice (Romania)

This is one book that i read and the characters in the book were so real to me. I was captivated by the way Hadassah held on to God even when things were not going well.
- Adedayo

The Mark of the Lion series is just fantastic reading! The third as inspirational and exciting as the first and second.
- Deborah

A Voice in the Wind is a wonderfully inspirational book. I actually read the second book in the series, An Echo in the Darkness, first, because that one was available to me first. When I finally got to read A Voice in the Wind, it was nice to be able to go back and learn the history of Hadassah and Marcus, Julia and Phoebe and Decimus, all the events that led up to Hadassah being taken to the arena. What struck me most about this book is how similar the society was then to our society today. Issues such as homosexuality, abortion, cohabitation, even infanticide, existed then just as they do now. As the writer of Ecclesiastes says, "There is nothing new under the sun." While reading this book, I was struck by the truth of that statement.
- Lynne

This book will move you to tears... it is one of the best novels I have ever read! What a beautiful picture of faith shown in Hadassah. The book relates beautifully to modern day life as Hadassah struggles to share her faith, and must live in a situation where countless around her are making life-changing mistakes. This book will make you thankful for what you have... FREEDOM!
- Kristi Stewart, Texas

The Mark of the lion series is totally awesome. Francine Rivers is the best. God Bless You Lady
- Opeyemi

I loved this, my first Francine Rivers' book. Though the story took place 2000 years ago, the struggles we face today are the same. Ms Rivers has a remarkable talent in helping us to recognize God's ever-so-quiet voice better. I can't wait to read "Echo in the Darkness!"
- Melody

One of the best christian based books I've ever read!!!!! It totaly changed my life! After I read it, I admired Hadassa's faith in God and it opened my eyes to the things in my own life I lacked. After I read the triligy, I felt like a new person and I could absolutely feel the impact on my life. While reading you can absolutely feel the pressence of God. There was no doubt in my mind that God enspired every word written is all three the books. Thank you Francine for listening to God and writing these books!!! Mine is not the only life that was touched and changed!!
- Elri Herselman

Beautiful!!! Miss Rivers, thank you for writing this serie!
- Alexandra

Excellent!! It makes you get involved in the story. Makes you keep reading wandering what is coming next. The three books are amazing.
- Rebeca L.

This is my favorite book by Francine Rivers! From the first page, this story comes alive with an amazing setting and characters that inspire. The main character, Hadassah, though fiction, inspires me to live my faith in the hardest of moments!
- Liz

I absolutely loved this book as well as the other two! I have never been more inspired to love and to care for those who don't know God yet or have a shaky relationship with them. These are amazing books! I love them! God Bless you Francine! Guimel Lisbon, Portugal pipoka_daisy@yahoo.com
- Guimel Sibingo

This book has been one of the hardest books for me to put down ...It has changed me as I strive to be more and more like Hadassah, forever trusting in God ..Thank you Francine
- A Z A R I A H (God has helped)

A Voice in the Wind is my all time favorite book. this book is so full of faith, love and the grace of GOD that it brought tears to my eyes!
- Alethea

I am enthrawled! Thanks to Francine Rivers, this story of love and sacrifice has captured my imagination, and my spirit. Enjoying long commuting hours, I have been listening to the Mark of the Lion trilogy on tape. As "Voice in the Wind" came to its dramatic climax, it left me needing to follow the characters and know where their search would lead. As it happened, I came across the trilogy just before Easter. God leadeth! Francine Rivers fills her work with Biblical History and Christian spirit, and I thank her for sharing it so abundantly with her readers.
- Bev Wieland

These books in the Mark of the Lion series are absolutely fabulous. Everyone that I know who has read them, can't put them down! Highly recommend.
- Allison

What a blessing to have discovered these books during the season of Lent. Not only did I find great characters, plot, etc., but also what it means to pray without ceasing. I have long struggled with that meaning & was pleased to see how these Christian characters sought and spoke to God continuously throughout their daily struggles. I have long avoided Christian fiction due to its "preachiness" or sterility that is far removed from the real life struggles of actual people. I am grateful to Mrs. Rivers for reconciling her love of writing to her love of God. This series has definitely helped me to walk closer to my Lord and Savior and, furthermore, was a really great read that I HIGHLY recommend.
- Sherry Beard

Amazing Books, Coudn't put it down!
- Alena

Hadassah taught me to hold on to my faith,she taught me to serve willingly
- oluwadamilola adebayo

This book series is one of the best I have ever read. The writing is so great that you feel that you are in that time. I became seriously attached to the characters. I would absolutely love to see this series be made into movies.
- Judith

Please my i am christian from Ghana called Caleb Aidoo. Please i was once worshipping god but one day i had a dream from God that i should repent so i am done so. The bible say give and it shall be given to you, knock and the door shall be open with with you. Please can your ministry help me. Please can you send me a bible and some books so that i can read and take the bible to church and learn how to use it in our church coolege. Thank You for your ministry assisting me. Please can you send me some of your books on the latest owns you have written.
- Caleb Aidoo

This has got to be one of the most inspiring books I have ever read for young christians such as myself. I have never read one of Francine Rivers' books until reading a Voice in the Wind but she is now one of my favorite authors and I hope she keeps writing more Christian novels.
- Rebecca Pate

How can you begin to comment on such an inspiring and heart-warming story? It took me a few months to actually get into reading this book, purely because I was not a regular reader, but once I had made a connection with the characters, I couldn't put it down! God used this book to inspire me so much. I cried more than I've ever cried over a book (even Redeeming Love!) and my passion to see God's love touching people and the name of Jesus spoken so boldly and freely, grew tremendously. My ultimate desire after reading this book and then completing Haddassah's story in 'An Echo In The Darkness' was that God would humble me and make me a servant for Him, like the one that so inspired me in this book. While it is needless to say that Francine Rivers is an amazing writer, I believe this is a God-given gift and that her close relationship with our amazing God is what so inspires her. To God be the glory! I can only thank Francine her for her dedication, energy, time and personal sacrifice in writing the words that so touched and inspired me! God can really use this book to change lives!
- Jessica

I absolutely loved this book!!!! It blew me away. I am passng the series around to different girls in my class currently 4 other girls have read this book. Every single one of them has loved it!!
- Katie

i read this book and it has reawaken a yearning to be closer to christ, to spread the gospels against all odds and stand for what is Christ just as hadassah did. Its a wonderful, inspirational and realistic book.It has also inspired me to want to be a christian writer.God bless francine.
- temitope

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