Lydia
Lydia by J. Butler McAbee is a historical fiction novel published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on April 4, 2011. This 414-page book is presented in English and explores the complexities of the first half of the first century CE, a time marked by significant religious and political upheaval. The narrative follows five pivotal figures from the Roman Empire—Lydia, Lucius, Flavia, Daniel, and Paul of Tarsus—who are interconnected through love, blood, or zeal as they each seek the unnamed and unimaginable in their own unique ways.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of interactions and motivations as these characters navigate their tumultuous world. The story delves into themes of faith and identity, set against a backdrop of historical events that shaped the era. While Lydia addresses religious topics, it is not confined to a strictly “religious” narrative, allowing for a broader exploration of human experience during a transformative period in history. This edition invites readers to engage with the characters’ journeys and the intricate dynamics of their relationships within the context of the Roman Empire.
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In the first half of the first century CE, the known world seethed with religious and political turmoil. Five world changing individuals are drawn together by ties of love, blood or zeal from distant parts of the vast Roman Empire. Lydia, Lucius, Flavia, Daniel and the little firebrand missionary, known as Paul of Tarsus, seek the unnamed and unimaginable in his or her own way. LYDIA is a novel about religions, but is not a “religious” book.
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