The Hidden Prince

By: Tessa Afshar

Narrated by: Pilar Witherspoon

Length: 11 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

From the bestselling author of Jewel of the Nile comes the thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands.

The beloved daughter of Jewish captives in Babylon, Keren is sold into Daniel’s household to help her family survive. She becomes Daniel’s most trusted scribe, while taking lessons and swordsmanship training alongside Daniel’s sons and their best friend, Jared.

But after a tragic accident changes the course of her life, Keren finds herself in a foreign country, charged with a mysterious task: teaching a shepherd boy how to become a lord. When she overhears whispers that hint at his true identity, she realizes she must protect him from the schemes of a bloodthirsty king.

Jared cannot forgive Keren. Still, he finds himself traveling over mountains to fetch her back to the safety of home. When he discovers the secret identity of Keren’s pupil, Jared knows he must help protect him. Love battles bitterness as they flee from the king’s agents, trying to save the boy who could one day deliver their people from captivity.

©2022 Tessa Afshar (P)2022 Recorded Books

At first I wasn't sure

At first I wasn't sure if this was going to be good listen. Because I don't like to give up on a book too soon I kept pushing on...I am so glad that I did ! I highly recommend it...the story turned around pretty quick and once it did I was hooked!!!

Interesting novel

This had a great story and many links to scripture at the beginning of each chapter. I'm not a reader of the Bible and I don't like it being shoved down my throat but this was not that way. The passges lead you into the story and set the tone. Very well done!

A must read

What a wonderful, captivating listen! I couldn’t stop listening once I started! It’s so good that we have people like Tessa who can take us into imaginary places of the past and let us experience it for ourselves.

Wonderful Story

I love how the story kept my attention, with so many Biblical references. Yet, there were parts that were not recorded in the Bible, the author’s historical accounts made it all very believable. Wonderful story!

Great story, not great narrator

The story kept my interest, but I would’ve preferred a different narrator. The narrator constantly ended words with an upward inflection when the sense of the sentence or phrase called for a neutral or downward inflection - almost as if everything was a question. She also tended to emphasize words that didn’t need emphasis and not emphasize words that needed emphasis to support the message conveyed by the text. But the story and its pace were good enough to keep me listening to the end.

Enjoyable read!

This is my first read by this author. it was both educational and spiritually encouraging. It made a very long drive quite enjoyable 😉

Rich and Riveting!

This was a great, page-turning book with characters you pulled for and an exciting plot. The historical details made this Biblical time period come alive.

You’ve Done It Again, Tessa!

I love literally EVERYTHING Tessa Afshar writes. This is no different. It weaves a beautiful testament to God’s goodness, His grace and His mercy. It provides action, adventure and is very thought provoking. LOVED IT.

Please come out with your next novel soon!!

Inspiring, fun and fast paced

I really enjoyed this novel! It"s fast paced & exciting throughout the whole book. I couldn't stop listening! I loved the storyline & the well developed characters. The narrator was excellent!

Another great book by Tessa Afshar

I love the writing style of Tessa Afshar. The way she draws you into her writing is addictive. The weaving of known biblical characters into fictional life stories is intriguing and enjoyable. I’ve always loved the biblical mystery behind Cyrus and loved this take on his life. Well done, Tessa! Can’t wait for more releases!