Review of New Release- "Struggle for Courage: In the Days of Jezebel" by Marilyn T. Parker

A weak king. A ruthless queen. A man who must make an impossible choice to protect the woman he loves.

Obadiah, the governor of King Ahab’s palace, has been secretly sheltering dozens of Israel’s prophets from Jezebel, who has already slaughtered hundreds in her murderous wrath. With his friends and the love of his life, Anna, Obadiah has risked his life to bring food and water to the cave where the prophets evade the queen’s fury.

Obadiah has planned to marry Anna since he fell in love with the precocious little girl feeding him mudpies, but as Jezebel’s bloodlust grows, Obadiah’s fears for Anna’s safety intensify. When he’s forced to make an impossible decision, the consequences are more devastating than he could have imagined.

When an unthinkable tragedy strikes Anna’s family, she is bereft, feeling abandoned by the one person she thought she could trust—Obadiah. Now, with her life in greater peril than ever, Anna faces a choice of her own, one that will test her strength and courage like never before.

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MY REVIEW

This is a beautiful love story about sacrifice, trust in God, and a chance at love in God's timing. This is the first novel of Marilyn's that I have read, but I definitely have found a gem.

The story was exciting and gripping tale that had captured my attention in the first chapter. The characters were well-developed with many layers. I enjoyed reading about their faith and courage despite the perilous times they were living in. It is filled with Biblical truths.

I felt a warmth towards the end knowing God had worked everything out for good. There were times when I was on the brink of tears, other times had me laughing. The author's descriptions brought the story to life. Highly recommended.

I received an ARC from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.