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As Sure as the Dawn (Mark of the Lion, #3)

Francine Rivers
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As Sure as the Dawn (Mark of the Lion, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995

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Francine Rivers

As Sure as the Dawn (Mark of the Lion, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

520

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Roman Empire • 1st century

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

As Sure as the Dawn by Francine Rivers follows Atretes, a Germanic warrior and former gladiator, as he embarks on a journey to find his kidnapped son and discovers faith and love. This historical fiction novel is set in the early days of Christianity and explores themes of redemption, identity, and spiritual awakening.

Reviews & Readership

4.6

46,284 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

As Sure as the Dawn by Francine Rivers captivates with rich historical detail and deep character development. Readers appreciate its strong spiritual themes and engaging storyline. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable at times. Overall, it's a moving conclusion to the Mark of the Lion series, though not without its flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read As Sure as the Dawn (Mark of the Lion, #3)?

A reader who enjoys As Sure as the Dawn by Francine Rivers likely appreciates historically rich, faith-based fiction with deep emotional arcs. Comparable to fans of The Red Tent by Anita Diamant or Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, they seek nuanced characters, spiritual growth, and immersive storytelling rooted in ancient settings.

4.6

46,284 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

520

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Roman Empire • 1st century

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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