Trunk of Scrolls: Paths of Faith and Fire (A Historical Adventure in Church-Era Byzantium)

by Darlene N. Böcek

FBT review:

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the Byzantine Empire with "Trunk of Scrolls: Paths of Faith and Fire" by Darlene N. Böcek. In this riveting historical adventure, nobleman Marcellus must protect his family and navigate treacherous landscapes after a devastating earthquake destroys their world. Armed only with a sword and ancient scrolls, Marcellus faces enemies and conspiracies that threaten not only his destiny but the fate of the empire itself. Brimming with faith, family, and friendship, this epic tale, now in its updated 2nd edition, unfolds across 510 pages filled with captivating illustrations and maps. Prepare to be enthralled by this standalone novel that defies destiny—order your copy today and begin an unforgettable odyssey.

Publisher Description:

(Introducing the 2025 Updated, Expanded, & Beautifully Illustrated 2nd edition of Trunk of Scrolls: a Family Adventure, 2016)Honor drives him. Faith sustains him. But the Scrolls make him a target.A.D. 526 — Antioch is gone.A cataclysmic earthquake shatters the great city, and young nobleman Marcellus barely escapes with his life. The world he knew—his wealth, his comfort, his future—is buried beneath the ruins. But survival is only the beginning.Armed with nothing but a sword, his wits, and a trunk of ancient scrolls, Marcellus must lead Byziana and her siblings across a land teeming with bandits, betrayal, and unseen forces that would see them dead. The cost of their family's salvation? Delivering Byziana into the hands of her future husband—the ruthless and powerful General Belisarius.But the closer they get to Constantinople, the more Marcellus realizes that enemies are not only on the road ahead—they are buried deep in the secrets he has tried to outrun. A conspiracy looms, and the choices Marcellus makes will decide not only his fate but the fate of the empire itself.Will he rise as a faith-filled warrior to save those he loves, or will the past he cannot escape destroy them all?Brace yourself for an unforgettable odyssey of faith, family, and friendship that defies destiny. A sweeping standalone epic novel, 510 pages long, this story is brought to life with dozens of captivating illustrations, maps, and diagrams.Strap on your sandals—your journey awaits. Take and read today.

Promotion: Apr 30, 2025

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