The Crowning Crescendo Series by Rachael C. Duncan

A compelling Christian romance reverberating with the power of God’s mercy and faithfulness.Jerusalem is in turmoil as the ministry of a mysterious traveling Rabbi explodes in Galilee and Judea. Intrigued, Julia and Melina seek to discover the truth behind this controversial character who has single-handedly turned the world upside down... moreA compelling Christian romance reverberating with the power of God’s mercy and faithfulness.Jerusalem is in turmoil as the ministry of a mysterious traveling Rabbi explodes in Galilee and Judea. Intrigued, Julia and Melina seek to discover the truth behind this controversial character who has single-handedly turned the world upside down. Is he truly the long-awaited Messiah, whom many claim him to be? Or is he simply another skillful magician entrancing a conquered nation desperate for the slightest glimmer of hope?Together, Julia and Melina wonder if this Jesus could possibly be the answer to their increasingly dire circumstances. Julia – trapped in the disillusionment of a loveless marriage, longs for healing as her husband recklessly pursues the Zealots’ cause, while Melina seeks assurance and stability in her newfound faith even as political plots and intrigue swirl about the palace, threatening to snuff out even the slightest glimmers of hope. Meanwhile, Malchus agonizes as the woman he loves further aligns herself with the followers of this controversial teacher, as persecution and strife trail behind this new and disputed Rabbi wherever he goes.Despite desperate circumstances and mounting obstacles, Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus must make a decision and take their respective stands. Will they accept the call? The call to faith? The call to action? The call to healing? A clarion call. less

With the stakes higher than ever, what choices will be made by Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus as the city is rocked to its very core.Jerusalem is again plagued by turmoil as the controversial ministry of Jesus Christ reaches a crowning crescendo. Even after the preaching of John the Baptist is tragically cut short, the teachings of Jesus shake the entire province, forcing many to take sides.Some even against their own family... moreWith the stakes higher than ever, what choices will be made by Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus as the city is rocked to its very core.Jerusalem is again plagued by turmoil as the controversial ministry of Jesus Christ reaches a crowning crescendo. Even after the preaching of John the Baptist is tragically cut short, the teachings of Jesus shake the entire province, forcing many to take sides.Some even against their own family.Julia leans on God as her reckless husband, Barabbas, becomes more entrenched with the violent Zealots and their dangerous cause. After making a surprising discover, she must trust her Savior unlike ever before.Meanwhile, caught in the palace of a twisted ruler, Melina’s faith is tested by the schemes of a wicked woman. Witnessing appalling events that will forever change the course of history, she also wrestles with her feelings for Malchus – the handsome young man so hesitant to pledge his allegiance to the Messiah.Trapped within an intricate web of political and religious intrigue, Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus must face the same fateful, possibly fatal, question: Will they forsake all to follow Jesus Christ? less