Title: The Robe
Description: "The story of the soldier who tossed for Christ's Robe and won," this is an excellent narrative of the search of one Roman master for freedom and truth, and the costs incurred upon his acceptance of them. Set in the first century A. D., this novel is well written with a strong and accurate depiction of Rome and it's people, from monarch to slave. It is expertly woven, with plenty of adventure and touches of wit, comedy, and romance. It's multiple climaxes are well built and wonderfully ended. The characters are dynamic and true, as is the faith that backs and drives the entire story.
Subjects: Fiction, Roman empire, crucifixion, romance, miracles, faith, Fiction, religious, Fiction, historical, general, Jesus christ, fiction, Rome, fiction, Holy Coat, Soldiers, History
Places: Rome, Athens, Judea, Jerusalem, Galilee
People: Jesus Christ, Tiberius Emperor of Rome (42 B.C.-37 A.D), Simon Peter, Salome, Caligula, Pontius Pilate
Time periods: First century A. D., the early church, rule of Tiberius, rule of Caligula