The Apostates

The Seton Chronicles, Book 3

Enthralling Historical Fiction

From the Winner of the Barbara Hammond Trophy and Amazon BESTSELLING Author.

It’s 1550 and Bethia has fled Antwerp, with her infant son, before the jaws of the inquisition clamp down, for the family are accused of secret judaising. She believes they've evaded capture but her husband, Mainard, unbeknownst to her, is caught, imprisoned and alone.

Reaching Geneva, Bethia hopes for respite from a dangerous journey, but it’s a Protestant city state which tolerates no dissent – and she's a Catholic. And why has Mainard not come? Perhaps he’s already reached Venice where Jews can live openly, the Virgin gazes benignly from every corner and difference is tolerated, for the wealthy at least. Yet much is hidden beneath the smooth waters of this perilous city. Must they again flee to survive…

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Reseñas de la Crítica

"One of those books where you forget you’re reading and feel you’re there." - Lexie Conyngham.

Excellent series

Captivating historical fiction that reveals the complexity of faith and family during a turbulent time. Totally worth a listen. Can’t wait for the next one.