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An Echo in the Darkness (Mark of the Lion, #2)

Francine Rivers
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An Echo in the Darkness (Mark of the Lion, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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Francine Rivers

An Echo in the Darkness (Mark of the Lion, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rome • 1st century

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

An Echo in the Darkness by Francine Rivers follows the journey of Hadassah, a Christian slave, as she navigates love, faith, and survival in ancient Rome. The novel explores themes of redemption and resilience amidst personal and societal challenges. It is the second book in the Mark of the Lion series.

Reviews & Readership

4.7

60,976 ratings

93%

Loved it

5%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Francine Rivers' An Echo in the Darkness is highly praised for its compelling narrative and deep character development, blending historical detail with a profound spiritual journey. Readers appreciate the author’s ability to evoke strong emotions and maintain suspense. Some critics, however, feel the pacing lags in sections and that certain characters lack complexity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read An Echo in the Darkness (Mark of the Lion, #2)?

Readers who would enjoy An Echo in the Darkness by Francine Rivers likely appreciate historical Christian fiction with deep emotional and spiritual journeys. Comparable to Janette Oke’s Love Comes Softly series, this book appeals to those who enjoy rich historical settings and stories of redemption and faith.

4.7

60,976 ratings

93%

Loved it

5%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rome • 1st century

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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