Beginnings in Babylon

By Richard Freeborn

Jacob fought desperately to save Jerusalem from the Babylonian invaders. Now, injured and in exile, Jacob builds a new life among his former enemies in the city of Babylon. 

A life including Miriam, a raven-haired widow who quickly becomes assistant and partner as Jacob rights injustice in the dark undersides of Babylonian society.

Follow Jacob and Miriam's adventures in these stories:

• Sacred Secrets
• Temple Justice
• Next Year in Jerusalem
• The Judah Code
• Saving Saul
• Family Harmony

If you love historical mysteries with a dash of romance, Beginnings in Babylon is for you.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Richard Freeborn
• Release date: Aug 25, 2021
• ISBN: 9798201647360

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