Jewel of the Nile

In this gripping historical fiction tale by best-selling author Tessa Afshar, Chariline, raised as an orphan, embarks on a crucial journey to uncover the truth about her parents' past in the ancient kingdom of Cush. With only fragments of her father's story and driven by a newfound obsession after overhearing that he may still be alive, she sneaks aboard a merchant's ship headed for Rome. There, she meets Theo, who initially intends to dismiss her but soon recognizes the danger surrounding her quest. This captivating narrative weaves together adventure, romance, and richly drawn characters from the biblical book of Acts.