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The Peasant King

By: Tessa Afshar
Narrated by: Pilar Witherspoon
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Jemmah has always thought of herself as perfectly ordinary . . . until she faces extraordinary circumstances.

When her mother, the Persian king’s famous senior scribe, is kidnapped, Jemmah and her sister must sneak undetected into enemy territory to rescue her. But infiltrating their adversary’s lands proves easier than escaping them. Fleeing through dangerous mountain passes, their survival depends on the skills of a stranger they free from prison: a mysterious prince named Asher.

Asher is not who the world believes he is. Despite his royal blood, he has had to climb his way out of poverty to forge success from nothing. A manufacturer of some of the best weaponry in the East, Asher has only one goal: to destroy his father. But following his escape from prison, Asher is irresistibly drawn to Jemmah, unaware that she guards her own secret.

Jemmah must convince Asher to give up everything he has worked for, all for the sake of a higher purpose he’s not sure he believes in. The fate of the Persian empire—and possibly the Judean people—hang in the balance and in the persuasive power of one ordinary woman.

©2023 Tessa Afshar (P)2023 Recorded Books Ancient Ancient World Historical Romance Royalty Ancient History
Engaging Storyline • Historical Accuracy • Expressive Reading • Believable Characters • Biblical Integration
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Very good story. Well read. You can not go wrong by picking Tessa s an author of a book.

Interesting from the beginning

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There was absolutely nothing I disliked, This is an incredible book and the writing is magnificent.

The historical relevance.

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Pilar Witherspoon is a new favorite narrator for me. Tessa Afshar always does a stellar job of making the retelling of Scriptural historical events an absolute joy to listen to. Can't wait for Zorina's story...hope that's the next one.

Congrats To Team Of Pilar And Tessa

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The over all story and performance and the story were superb. I have been waiting for this book to come out and I’m not disappointed. Thanks to the author Tessa Afshar for another book of history and biblical knowledge.

My favorite author has done it again!!

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I loved the history, I loved the characters, I loved the story line, loved the faith expressed. I loved the love story.

The history

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Every book Tessa writes is so engaging! They keep you anticipating what may occur and make the Bible accounts come to life. I love reading her books!

How God keeps His promises through unlikely situations

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The intricacies of God’s plans are amazing. A reminder that He is working out such a plan in our time. The inclusion of a wonderful love story satisfies my romantic heart, and serves as another reminder of the love of God working in the lives of individuals in the midst of His vast purposes.

Brings God’s use of Cyrus to life

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I love the mix of historical facts with fictional historical romance, great writing and plenty of drama. 

Awesome story!

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Beyond the story is a lesson on how God does count on his Children to implement his plans and agendas in this world. Loved how this theme was woven in the masterful telling of the story. Big ups to the Narrator, she’s a genius!

Our role in God’s plans

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I thoroughly enjoyed this second book to this story line. When I listened to The Hidden Prince I had no idea there was more to come. I was overjoyed to continue the adventures in The Peasant King. So far I have loved each book I have which were written by Tessa Afshar.

Captivated from the start

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