These four interwoven stories were a delightful immersion into the period that contained the birth of the church. The reader is pulled into the drama from the first page through the eyewitness accounts of the four main characters -Stephen, Ananias, Barnabas, and Tabitha. Romance, intrigue, and character growth move the plot at an enjoyable pace that keeps you wondering what will happen next.

It isn’t difficult to draw spiritual parallels that are relevant today as the authors, Naomi Craig and Donna Lane, expertly connect reader and character through poignant biblical scenes that tug on the heart. The narrative touches the imagination so that Scripture is illuminated and you wonder how you would react had you been there.

This book moves with the rhythm of an evangelistic heartbeat. With plenty of takeaways and concepts to ponder, these stories will not disappoint. If you enjoy biblical fiction and a moving plot, be sure to check out And Their Numbers Grew.