Whirlwind

By Dana McNeely

Description:

A king’s downfall and a love that transcends war
Spurned by potential suitors, Miriam travels to Jezreel to care for her cousin’s son. There, the precocious seven-year-old works his way into her heart. When Arameans swarm the land like locusts, Miriam focuses on the safety of her young ward but promises adventures beyond the city walls when the war ends.

Gershon, a quiet and kind vintner, is happily building a life for his wife, son, and aging parents. But when his wife dies during childbirth and war looms on the horizon, he must make a decision—will he take a new wife before his heart can mend?

Meanwhile, Dov, a young officer crosses paths with the “bird girl” he remembers from the past. That she is a beautiful woman matters not, as he is a career soldier. Unexpectedly charged with leading Ahab’s army against the Arameans, Dov anticipates death and defeat in Samaria, but when a prophet pledges victory, Dov vows to fight to the end.

When an unlikely victory brings freedom, a bright future seems imminent. Then one afternoon Miriam witnesses a tragedy and must flee with the boy to keep them both safe. With henchmen on their trail, will they find refuge—and her heart the home she’s longed for?
What Others Are Saying About Rain...
"There’s a new name in biblical fiction! Dana McNeely peels back the mysteries of Ba’al’s temples and Queen Jezebel’s reign in her debut novel, Rain. Brilliantly weaving together the prophet Elijah’s story with the widow of Zarephath and her son, McNeely explores a tale not widely told but brought to life with impeccable research and fascinating fiction. Biblical novice and scholar alike will be enthralled.”
~Mesu Andrews, Christy Award winning and bestselling author.

Book Takeaway:

In ancient Israel, the Lord uses an injured eaglet and the Sons of the Prophets to nurture and protect a widow and her stepson.

Why the author wrote this book:

At a dark time in Israel’s history, the prophet Elijah showed God’s power, turning many hearts to the Lord. I wrote Whirlwind with the hope readers will be inspired to investigate more of this story and others in the Bible.