Star of Persia: Esther's Story, is a fictional account of the biblical story of Esther. Like many of Jill Eileen Smith's other works, it is a standalone novel. When the story begins, Esther is but a little girl and Vashti is immersed in palace life as the favored wife of the king. The story ...
A Passionate Hope|Book Review
Note: Kristin reads and reviews both Christian and secular fiction on A Simply Enchanted Life. Out of respect for my readers, I am including a content review. This content review will help you decide whether this book is suitable for you. Christian or Secular: Christian ASEL Rating: MILD-there ...
The Crimson Cord|Book Review
This is a fictional account of one of the greatest stories of grace in the Bible! By faith was Rahab spared. By faith she was redeemed. This fascinating woman became the mother of Boaz, a type of Christ in the Bible. For the type of man that Boaz became—his mother had to be a remarkable woman. We ...
Review of ‘Rachel’ by Jill Eileen Smith
Rachel by Jill Eileen SmithMy rating: 5 of 5 starsSuggested Age: 17+Genre: Christian, Historical FictionThis cover is gorgeous and made me want to pick up the book. I wasn’t disappointed. You know, I’ve often judged Jacob—how could he have really loved Rachel and still taken additional wives. ...
Review of ‘Sarai’ by Jill Eileen Smith
Sarai by Jill Eileen SmithMy rating: 4 of 5 starsSuggested Age: 17+Genre: Christian,Historical Fiction Over the last few years I’ve really became interested in historical fiction—particularly biblical fiction. It helps me visualize the world, the setting and the characters when I’m doing my ...