Before the King : Joanna's Story (01/25)

"Heather Kaufman is a truly fresh voice in biblical fiction."--TESSA AFSHAR, bestselling author "A beautifully told and imagined story of secrets, faith, love, and devotion. With a compelling plot and cast of characters, Before the King is a tale not to be missed."--TOSCA LEE, New York Times bestselling author Joanna's wealthy family aspires to Herod's inner circle, but when her father's esteemed position in the Sepphoris Sanhedrin is threatened, her family harbors a dark secret. Entangled in the complexities of aristocratic life and an impending arranged marriage, Joanna is caught between her own desires and maintaining appearances. When tragedy strikes, Joanna grapples with a new future that challenges her sense of duty and hope for love. Years later, Joanna is forever changed when a rabbi comes preaching a new kingdom and healing the sick. As she contributes to his ministry, Joanna treads a perilous path between a court that mocks Jesus of Nazareth, disciples who view her with suspicion, and a husband who guards his own secrets. With pressure increasing on all sides, Joanna must decide where her allegiances lie and protect her relationship to the Christ, whose message is as compelling as it is dangerous.

ISBN: 9781540903570

Title: Before the King: Joanna's Story

Author: Heather Kaufman

Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

Publication Date: 11/03/2025

Binding: Paperback / softback

Pages: 352

Readership: General (US: Trade)

Size: 216 x 140

Imprint: Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group

Country Of Publication: United States

BIC Subject: Religious & spiritual fiction

DEWEY Classification: 813.6

Product Category: General & Literary Fiction