The Robe
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1942
522
Novel • Fiction
Ancient Rome And Israel • 30s CE
1942
Adult
18+ years
The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas follows the story of Marcellus, a Roman officer who oversees the crucifixion of Jesus and wins his robe in a game of chance. Haunted by this event, Marcellus embarks on a journey to learn about Jesus, leading to his conversion to Christianity. This conversion creates tension with Roman authorities, ultimately forcing him to choose between his faith and his love, Diana.
Inspirational
Emotional
Contemplative
Romantic
Hopeful
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The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas has received generally positive feedback for its compelling narrative and rich historical backdrop. Readers appreciate the thoughtful exploration of faith and character development. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the prose occasionally excessively detailed. The novel resonates well with those interested in historical and religious fiction.
Readers who relish historical Christian fiction like The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas typically enjoy spiritually uplifting stories set in biblical times. Fans of Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace and Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz will appreciate its rich historical detail and exploration of faith.
28,378 ratings
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522
Novel • Fiction
Ancient Rome And Israel • 30s CE
1942
Adult
18+ years
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