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Set amid the historic struggle of Israel’s conquest, this novel centers on a daring woman who, risking her own safety, safeguards two Israeli spies before the pivotal Battle of Jericho. The story weaves biblical history with a powerful female perspective, revealing the strategic and social challenges of the time.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Christianity
Authors: Jill Eileen Smith
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