Historical Fiction
An echo in the darkness
1994·452 pages
In the shadow of ancient Rome's decadence, Marcus Valerian embarks on a quest for spiritual redemption after losing Hadassah, the Christian slave he loved, to the arena.
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In the shadow of ancient Rome's decadence, Marcus Valerian embarks on a quest for spiritual redemption after losing Hadassah, the Christian slave he loved, to the arena.
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This classic series has inspired over half a million readers. 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.A prosperous trader, Marcus Lucianus Valerian has made a fortune providing sand and slaves for the Roman games. But Hadassah, a slave in his family's household, has enchanted him with her quiet beauty and her staunch faith in Christ. When Marcus' sister sends Hadassah to alm...
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will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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References to promiscuity, sexual debauchery, and abortion; consequences like disease from immoral behavior; some explicit depictions.
Violence & gore
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Graphic arena violence with deaths and injuries; persecution and torture of Christians; intense scenes of suffering.
Profanity
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No profanity or strong language.
Substance use
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Incidental alcohol consumption in Roman social settings.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation.
Religious content
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Central Christian themes including faith in Christ, conversion, miracles, and devotion; overt evangelism and biblical principles.
Witchcraft / occult
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Depictions of pagan temples, rituals, and witchcraft as false religions contrasted with Christianity.
Political content
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Critique of Roman opulence and immorality; promotion of Christian values and redemption.
Self-harm / suicide
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No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Sexual assault
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Implied coercion in contexts of slavery and promiscuity; no graphic on-page assaults.
Abuse & suffering
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Slavery, Christian persecution, and cruelty in gladiatorial games; emotional and physical suffering from illness and loss.
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