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Before the King by Heather Kaufman

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Before the King

Joanna's Story

Heather Kaufman

Baker Publishing Group · Print & ebook · March 11, 2025

Reading lane: Biblical Fiction

"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.

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Why This Clicks

Quiet Devotion

A reflective, intimate read with biblical texture, romantic pull, and a devotional undercurrent.

Come here for

  • devotional-historical atmosphere
  • warm, faith-forward romance thread

Expect

  • sustained narrative flow
  • familiar faith-signals with a lighter, personal edge

Book Details

Authors
Heather Kaufman
Publisher
Baker Publishing Group
Published
March 11, 2025
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Biblical Fiction · Christian Historical Fiction
Reading lane
Biblical Fiction

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Publisher Categories

  • Faith & Fiction

  • Christian Historical Fiction

  • Biblical Fiction

About This Book

"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...

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"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. Read more

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