Sixth Covenant (A. D. Chronicles, Book 6) [Hardcover]

Bodie Thoene (Author), Brock Thoene (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 29, 2007

Who in Bethlehem could guess that their tiny, obscure village, populated by shepherds, would become the hinge upon which all history turns . . . and the focus of a terrifying rampage? Sixth Covenant is the conclusion of the three-book Nativity story within the A.D. Chronicles series. Sixth Covenant chronicles Mary, Yosef, and baby Yeshua in the first months of his life in Bethlehem. From the shepherd's visit to the escape to Egypt to the Bethlehem babies who gave their life for Jesus, discover the most critical events in the history of the world.

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About the Author

BODIE AND BROCK THOENE (pronounced Tay-nee) have written over 45 works of historical fiction. That these best sellers have sold more than 10 million copies and won eight ECPA Gold Medallion Awards affirms what millions of readers have already discovered-the Thoenes are not only master stylists but experts at capturing readers' minds and hearts.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (March 29, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 084237521X
• ISBN-13: 978-0842375214
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #464,367 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better Then the Last Entry, July 24, 2007

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Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sixth Covenant (A. D. Chronicles, Book 6) (Hardcover)

The Messiah has come! After the angels visit, the entire village of Bethlehem is buzzing about His long awaited arrival. Rachel and Zadok are honored to have been such a big part of His arrival and lead the village in making Mary, Josef, and baby Yeshua feel right at home.

Meanwhile, a growing caravan of travelers is coming to pay homage to Yeshua. Crossing the wilderness, they face many dangers from the land and marauders as they approach their destination. And they continue to watch the sky as the signs continue to unfold.

Unfortunately for all, King Herod is still as paranoid as ever. He wants any sign of rebellion crushed immediately, and the news of the arrival of Messiah will mean bad news to all concerned. Can the arrival of Yeshua be kept a secret from the mad king? If he does find out, what will the consequences be?

After reading the last book in the series, I guessed at the general outline of this one, and I was right. Anyone familiar with the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus will find no surprises in the story. Yet the characters were rich enough that the book was able to draw me in most of the time. The lessons on the meanings of Jewish law and how that ties into Jesus' birth were kept shorter this time then the last book, which really help. And, even though I knew what was coming, the ending still gripped and moved me.

Interestingly, there was no mention of any of the characters from the first few books of the series. While the visit to Jesus' birth was interesting, I hope we get back to them in the next entry in the series.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Faith strengthening books - read the whole set!!! Awesome!!!, May 27, 2009

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This review is from: Sixth Covenant (A. D. Chronicles, Book 6) (Paperback)

For anyone who needs encouragement or a boost to their faith. These books make the life and times of Jesus come alive and encourage you in what ever life challenge you are facing. I loved them.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sixth Covenant Wonderful Historical Fiction, December 16, 2008

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Carol Ann Stanley (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sixth Covenant (A. D. Chronicles, Book 6) (Paperback)

Thoene and Thoene have written a wonderful historical fiction of the events surrounding the birth of Christ. True to the biblical texts and incorporating realistic characters among shepherds, magi, midwives and residents of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Wonderful Christmas novel.