The Centurion’s Wife

Acts of Faith, Book 1

By: Janette Oke, Davis Bunn

Narrated by: Susan Lyons

Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's summary

Three-time Christy Award winner Davis Bunn collaborates with Janette Oke to evoke the tumult of first-century Judea in the wake of Christ’s crucifixion.

Although she prefers service in Pontius Pilate’s palace to a loveless marriage, Leah is betrothed to a Roman centurion. Before he can have Leah, however, he must go on a secret mission. But when a rabbi’s missing body sends Leah and Alban after the same answers, what they discover could change all they hold dear.

©2009 Davis Bunn and Janette Oke (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

"Fans of these popular authors will love their joint effort imagining and animating the context of Christianity's birth." ( Publishers Weekly)

was a great book

I enjoyed the book very much. I do wish it went into their lives together more.

Loved loved loved it!

I have read this book before in paperback and enjoyed it so much that I wanted it in audio as well. I think the story is so much better than either of the authors has ever written on their own. I love the characters. I love the spiritual content. Even though the narrator doesn’t do much with voices, I still enjoyed her reading of the book.

Such a Wonderful Book !!!

This Author and Narrator pull You in from the Very Beginning! Fantastic Strong Characters and Wonderful naration !! Can't say enough about this Book !! A Must Read !!

The Effects of the Roman empire.

Loved it. I gained a new perspective on those present during the time of the crucifixion and the ascension of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Excellent story line

It took me a while to figure out where the story line was placed even though I know the Bible very well. Excellent job of story telling! I won’t spoil the story other than to say, it gave me a whole new look at the time after Jesus’ resurrection and before Pentecost. From a Gentile/ Roman POV. If it may seem a bit confusing at the beginning, keep on reading. The final result is worth the effort. I was in tears at the end. A very satisfying conclusion!

Gets you into the events in a fresh way

What made the experience of listening to The Centurion’s Wife the most enjoyable?

I actually really enjoyed this book. I know, I know Jeanette Oake. But she really did a good job of writing a story that is pretty accurate to the facts of what happened surrounding Jesus death, resurrection and Pentecost. She sets up the tension well and has a believable take on what could’ve happened to Pontius Pilate after Jesus. Also, getting at the events from fresh angles helps to remind you of the biblical narrative.
The book suffers from a lowchurch understanding in terms of baptism and communion. Also, it has some theological misunderstandings of the Jew, Gentile question, but these were small and easily laid aside.
I did find myself rooting for the main characters. I would have liked to see what became of Jacob-- maybe he becomes the apostle James or something.

What does Susan Lyons bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Really good voice. Susan, you are one of my favorites

Who was the most memorable character of The Centurion’s Wife and why?

Alben

A Good Read

This book brought the Biblical account of the impact on the lives of ordinary people after the death of Christ Jesus in a more personal way.
The characters help the reader perceive the distress and conflicts real people faced in light of the fact Jesus had conquered death.

I really appreciated the writer acquaintance with the periods politics and religious dynamics. The reader's interpretive skills also added to.my listening pleasure.

Wonderful! Even better than I'd hoped!

It seemed to start a little slow, but it wasn't long before I was totally intrigued. I'm enjoying it so much I was a bit caught off guard when it ended and I'm hoping for a sequel.

So much better than I expected

I love this book! I thought it was going to be harder to get through but I really enjoyed this book. It's definitely a different perspective.

it touched my heart

LOVELY Reading of this tale.

Really enjoyed the story line and also the narration was excellent. Took a drive so I could finish it!