This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
Reviewed by Danelle Petersen for Readers' Favorite
Anna of Bethsaida: The Arimathea Chronicles by Susanne Blumer tells the captivating story of Anna, the wife of the disciple Andrew, and her unwavering faith and loyalty to Jesus Christ. Andrew and Anna are expected to travel with Jesus to preach the Word. But as Anna journeys with Jesus and the group, she realizes that her choice comes at a cost. Hunger and the cold are things that she never thought she’d experience. She also learns what being a Follower of the Way truly entails. Anna vows to serve Jesus Christ and, like Him, leave behind a legacy of truth, mercy, and love. This is Anna of Bethsaida’s story.
Susanne Blumer provides an in-depth look at life in Jesus’ time and what it was like to be a follower of Jesus Christ in Anna of Bethsaida: The Arimathea Chronicles. There were struggles, but the group’s faith saw them through. I loved Anna’s positive outlook and devotion. Familiar characters like Mary Magdalene and Joanna play pivotal roles in aiding Jesus and the disciples. The author perfectly brought Anna’s story to life. Whether grieving or distraught, there was always a sense of joy among the Followers of the Way. I liked how the group respected and cared for each other and how neatly they worked together, each with their designated role. It gave me an idea of how beautifully organized and peaceful Jesus’ leadership was. It was also lovely witnessing the group go from mere strangers to family, united in the Lord’s work.
