17-year-old Jurian doesn’t have time for the gods. Amazon manages delivery by using preferred couriers/agents. Try. Only those that don't travel too far into the caves have returned to tell horrible stories of death. This is a great adventure and coming-of-age story for tweens and young teens. Diocletian rules the Roman Empire. Jurian is exceptionally well done. The Sword and Serpent trilogy is absolutely gripping! In my review of Sword and Serpent I stated: “I believe that this would have been a book that both Tolkien and Lewis would have loved. The Sword L. Black Crystal M. The Secret Level N. Over O. As Jurian (St. George) must face his future--his mission with the sword Excalibur, Sabra must face her past and find peace. I absolutely loved it & will be ordering the next 1 asp..There was nothing to dislike & to be honest even if you are not of the faith the storyline still would be fascinating to you.A great read for all ages, after all it’s got Giants, Dragons & even Excalibur, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2018, Brilliantly put together, I just couldn’t put it down!! For as long as they can remember the Serpent has caused havoc in the region-- and the time has come for it to end. A retelling of the ancient story of Saint George and the dragon, it takes place during the early days of Emperor Diocletian's persecution of Christians. THE EMBARRASSED UNICORN: A rhyming children's story about life's embarrassing momen... My Saintly Friends: A Creative Orthodox coloring book for kids. But then a ruthless enemy targets his family, forcing Jurian to make a choice: will he pursue the glory he’s always wanted, or will he sacrifice everything to protect a faith that was never really his own? 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The story is well-imagined and well researched. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2019, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 30, 2019, I wasn't expecting this to be as good as I found it to be, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2018, Brilliantly put together, I just couldn’t put it down!! Related Searches. I am now re-reading the second book, and eagerly anticipating the publication of the third. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. I hope that many--especially many young men--will read these. 186 pages printed onto fine cream book wove paper. THE SWORD & THE SERPENT by David Mattichak. The Tenth Region of the Night: Sword and Serpent Book II, Storm of Fire and Blood: Sword and Serpent Book III, The Catholic Perspective on Paul: Paul and the Origins of Catholic Christianity. Other books include Highland Storm, an Adventure Romance, and coming soon, The Bend in the River, an Historical Drama. I started with the paperback & on seeing how good it was quickly moved on to my kindle so I could read on all my devices. I absolutely loved it & will be ordering the next 1 asp..There was nothing to dislike & to be... Brilliantly put together, I just couldn’t put it down!! This trilogy follows the life and witness of … Love the way so many traditional personas of early saints are linked into the plot and even the Arthurian legends. The Sword and Serpent trilogy is absolutely gripping! As suspicion tightens its stranglehold on her city, Sabra must unravel the mystery of the god’s portents before everything she’s ever loved is destroyed.Fear of the gods’ silence sparks a bloody persecution that will soon consume the Empire. Not sure what took me so long to purchase this book. Skip to main content.in Try Prime Hello, Sign in. While all adults will enjoy this book, I think it is suitable for age 12 to read as well. As the fires of suspicion and hatred ignite around them, Jurian and Sabra are drawn together by a mysterious prophecy...one that will set them on a journey to battle an evil beyond imagining.Saints aren’t born. A great read for all ages, after all it’s got Giants, Dragons Damsels in distress & even Excalibur, A story of adventure, regret and redemption, beautifully crafted, with engaging characters and vivid imagery. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Download one of the Free Kindle apps to start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. It kept me up many a night because I could not put the books down. Thank you Dr Marshall for writing what may be the most accurate portrayal of key historical heroes of the young Church. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 30, 2019. It follows a young man who will become Saint George. One for all ages. I started with the paperback & on seeing how good it was quickly moved on to my kindle so I could read on all my devices. I wasn't expecting this to be as good as I found it to be, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2018. I started with the paperback & on seeing how good it was quickly moved on to my kindle so I could read on all my devices. I have tried to read as much as possible in order to learn about my faith. The Crucified Rabbi: Judaism and the Origins of Catholic Christianity (Origins of Catholic Christianity Trilogy) Taylor Marshall. I don't think this book will ever count as literature, but it might get a reluctant reader to read. Find all the books, read about the author and more. It is well written and fast paced with characters that are extremely well done. But even as she offers the dark and bloody sacrifices the god demands, visions of desolation haunt her dreams. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. A very good reading! Swords and Serpents is a fantasy role-playing video game developed by Interplay Productions for the Nintendo Entertainment System.In this game, the player controls a party of four adventurers on a dungeon-crawling quest to destroy a terrible serpent. Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2017. And still others are too... As a teen, I loved to read fantasy novels. The Sword and Serpent trilogy Sword and Serpent (Saint John Press, 2014) The Tenth Region of the Night (Saint John Press, 2016) Storm of Fire and Blood (Saint John Press, 2017) Infiltration: The Plot to Destroy the Church from Within (Sophia Institute Press, 2019) For readers of the historical fiction series *Sword and Serpent* by Taylor Marshall. As an adult, I still enjoy fantasy, myths, and legends, but I rarely find new books in those genres that are enjoyable. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages that interest you. I think even adults who enjoy YA historical fantasy that isn't too challenging to read will also enjoy it. book by … The Sword and Serpent trilogy is absolutely gripping! I absolutely loved it & will be ordering the next 1 asp..There was nothing to dislike & to be honest even if you are not of the faith the storyline still would be fascinating to you.A great read for all ages, after all it’s got Giants, Dragons & even Excalibur, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2018, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 28, 2019, Teen & Young Adult Christian Historical Fiction, Teen & Young Adult Christian Action & Adventure. The Sword and Serpent Trilogy is an exciting series which weaves together legends of many early Christian saints and martyrs into a fascinating narrative. They are forged. Limited to 220 copies and 78 copies. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Sword and Serpent is a Christian YA novel belonging to that most retro of genres: sword and sandals Christian historical fiction. The Barrow-blades, also known as Daggers of Westernesse, were daggers from the Barrow-downs, given by Tom Bombadil to the four hobbits who would become part of the Fellowship of the Ring. It is not always obvious, but if you know the names of some common early saints like Nicholas, you will find them included in this book. Taylor Marshall manages to weave in various saints of the period in original yet convincing ways, keeping up the momentum throughout in what proves to be an uplifting thriller. Unable to add item to Wish List. Some are shallow or juvenile. I loved the inclusion of various figures from early Christianity. Obviously it will appeal to Christians, and Catholics most of all, but I would recommend it for anyone interested in a historical novel about this period of persecution. If you are looking for a highly entertaining read that will leave your heart happier and more at peace after reading than before, look no further! For readers of the historical fiction series *Sword and Serpent* by Taylor Marshall. Great stuff, can’t wait to get stuck into the next book. This retelling of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon brings it to live in a new way. I have read Dr. Taylor's other books and love his writing style. Dr. Dr. Taylor Marshall, a Catholic Theologian and Philosopher, draws on what we know of the lives of iconic saints such as St. George, St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Nicholas, and St. Christopher. This trilogy follows the … If you are looking for a highly entertaining read that will leave your heart happier and more at peace after reading than before, look no further! If you want to join other readers and ask questions or make comments, this is the place. Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2017. I hope that many--especially many young men--will read these. Yes a retelling but more than that...and not just a kids' story... As the story unfolds the historical and geographical settings are so well drawn (the map might have been easier to read—my eyes kept confusing ‘land’ and ‘water bodies’] that I felt I could picture the events in a certain period of time and follow the 'supposed' events where they might have happened. He processes that unique gift of imparting vast amounts of knowledge in an easily understandable way. He avoids sentimentality, creating a fast paced book which has history, intrigue, action and faith. random fantasies. The Sword & the Serpent expounds upon the principles of ceremonial magic and its relationship to the teachings of Qabalah. Sunday book notices: Fr Lanzetta on Fatima, and the "Sword and Serpent" trilogy March 03, 2019 Fatima at the Heart of the Church: God's vision of history and oblative spirituality by Fr Serafino M. Lanzetta I could see the 10-14 crowd enjoying this book. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2019. The origin of Saint George and the Dragon, Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019. A new perspective on St. George and the dragon. Ifyour party is wise, you will listen to the council of the aging Herr-nit, who appears without warning to Offer advice and dues. Get the Study Guide for Sword and Serpent! Brilliantly put together, I just couldn’t put it down!! Battling warring tribes on the shores of a newly discovered land, and feuding with the king of Norway, Sigurd is pursued by Gunnulv, a foul-mouthed Swede embittered by the loss of his … His debut novel Sword and Serpent reached #1 Amazon Bestseller in Young Adult Religious Historical Fiction and #1 Amazon Bestseller in Young Adult Religious Action. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. As the fires of suspicion and hatred ignite around them, Jurian and Sabra are drawn together by a mysterious prophecyone that will set them on a journey to battle an evil beyond imagining. Along the way, he meets other historical characters like Saint Nicholas, Saint Blaise, and Saint Christopher. I hope that many--especially many young men--will read these. I started with the paperback & on seeing how good it was quickly moved on to my kindle so I could read on all my devices. I enjoy Taylor Marshall's blog, podcasts, and YouTube clips, and I love British myths and legends. ... And still others are too graphic. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. On the other side of the Empire, the young priestess Sabra shields her people from the terrible vengeance of the old god she serves. Taylor Marshall manages to weave in various saints of the period in original yet convincing ways, keeping up the momentum throughout in what proves to be an uplifting thriller. In THE TENTH REGION OF THE NIGHT: SWORD AND SERPENT, BOOK II, Dr. Taylor Marshall continues the story of beloved character Jurian (St. George) in his quest to save his friend Menas (St. Christopher) from death through gladiatorial combat. Please try again. His accomplishment in Sword and Serpent is a remarkable blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and myth. This is a great story, with characters that challenge and change their world, as one imagines it must or could have happened. Obviously it will appeal to Christians, and Catholics most of all, but I would recommend it for anyone interested in a historical novel about this period of persecution. For a number of years in university I wore a Saint George medal that my grandmother had given me. Serpent be challenged. I absolutely loved it & will be ordering the next 1 asp..There was nothing to dislike & to be honest even if you are not of the faith the storyline still would be fascinating to you. Sword and Serpent by Taylor Marshall (Saint John Press, 2014) Comment | Share | Tweet | Buffer | print | email Comments (0) | | Posted on: November 11, 2014 in Books. All of them are caught up in the plotting of the villain Casca whose machinatio. This is the part I liked best. He learns of a prophecy that places him at the center of activity in the Roman empire. The Witcher 3 has a vast array of different armour sets to wear. Thank you Dr Marshall for your inspirational novels and non-fiction works. Some are shallow or juvenile. He’s trying to hold his family together after his father died in disgrace, and piety -- even to the Christ -- just isn’t practical. The Tenth Region of the Night: Sword and Serpent Book II, Storm of Fire and Blood: Sword and Serpent Book III, Christus Vincit: Christ’s Triumph Over the Darkness of the Age, The Rosary in 50 Pages: The Layman's Quick Guide to Mary's Psalter. It is a trilogy and it is an incredible trilogy. IX. Prime Cart. I enjoy Taylor Marshall's blog, podcasts, and YouTube clips, and I love British myths and legends. Oh, there have been others, but they all failed and have not been heard from since. Sword and Serpent Trilogy Discussion Group has 296 members. That is, the times, the places were contextualized in such a way that characters who 'lived' had thoughts and acted as people might behave in our times. Like many of these tales, this is a quest, for what exactly Jurian is not sure, but he slowly comes to... As a fan of historical fiction I was excited to read a tale of the early Christians, especially one about Saint George, or Jurian Georgious as he's called here. [Joel 2:28]. As a teen, I loved to read fantasy novels. And still others are too graphic. 1 Description 2 History 3 Portrayal in adaptations 3.1 The Lord of the Rings film trilogy 4 Translations 5 References The Barrow-blades had long, leaf-shaped blades, which were damasked with serpent … He’s trying to hold his family together after his father died in disgrace, and piety -- even to the Christ -- just isn’t practical. A dragon tale at the beginning of Christianity? It kept me up many a night because I could not put the books down. Sword and Serpent starts in AD 299 in the Roman Empire. It is on par with books such as The Robe, by Lloyd C. Douglas, or Quo Vadis, by Henryk Sienkiewicz. But then a ruthless enemy targets his family, forcing Jurian to make a choice: will he pursue the glory he’s always wanted, or will he sacrifice everything to protect a faith that was never really his own?On the other side of the Empire, the young priestess Sabra shields her people from the terrible vengeance of the old god she serves. It kept me up many a night because I could not put the books down. If you want to join other readers and ask questions or make comments, this is the place. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. One of the best novels I have read. As a fan of historical fiction I was excited to read a tale of the early Christians, especially one about Saint George, or Jurian Georgious as he's called here. Further, the determination to follow Jesus Christ faithfully is underscored as a real possibility in any age --including 'theirs' and ours too. I am not even sure whether Sword and Serpent is classified as historical fiction, fantasy, or legend, but I loved it! Fr. If you are a fan of historical fiction this will be a hit. Ordered this as a potential book for my Composition students. Epic story; that is the best way to sum up this book! As suspicion tightens its stranglehold on her city, Sabra must unravel the mystery of the god’s portents before everything she’s ever loved is destroyed. Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2018. Love the way so many traditional personas of early saints are linked into the plot and even the Arthurian legends. I wasn't sure if I should give this three or four stars, but settled on four because it is a fun read. Best YA Fantasy Book that I've Read this Year, Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2019. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Taylor (the author) checks in here and answers reader questions and comments, too. I absolutely loved this story. If you are a fan of historical fiction this will be a hit. It's beautifully written and evocative of the lives of the first Christians and pagans of that time. A face-paced story set in the late Roman Empire. If you are a fan of historical fiction this will be a hit. I am not even sure whether Sword and Serpent is classified as historical fiction, fantasy, or legend, but I loved it! One of the best novels I have read. A great read for all ages, after all it’s got Giants, Dragons Damsels in distress & even Excalibur, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 28, 2019, A story of adventure, regret and redemption, beautifully crafted, with engaging characters and vivid imagery. One of the best novels I have read. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). I wasn't expecting this to be as good as I found it to be. I absolutely loved this story. The Sword and Serpent trilogy is absolutely gripping! Receive Taylor's study guide, bonus chapters, and sneak peeks at future novels here! Every Legend Has A BeginningThe year is A.D. 299. ${cardName} not available for the seller you chose. This book was absolutely wonderful. Something went wrong. Diocletian rules the Roman Empire. It isn't Dostoevsky or Melville, but it isn't trying to be. Great stuff, can’t wait to get stuck into the next book. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. The story is well-imagined and well researched. Most of the books I come across are just not very good. I've heard the legends of St. George and St. Christopher (introduced here as the giant Menas) from my early years in Catholic schools. I couldn’t put the books down! Being the Visions of the Twenty-two Paths of Sepher Yetzirah His favorite authors are JRR Tolkien, Evelyn Waugh, CS Lewis, and Thomas Aquinas. Anthony Pillari. The Sword and the Serpent . Please try your request again later. I have gained an understanding of the Roman and Christian world as it existed at the end of the 200's when the Christian were entering another (and in the end severest) persecution under the Emperor Diocletian. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! . The Sword and the Serpent is the first of the Sigurd trilogy, the the story of a young Norse warlord who sets out on a quest to change history and the world.. In "Storm of Fire and Blood", Dr. Taylor Marshall completes the "Sword and Serpent" series with a flourish, continuing the exciting interwoven stories of early 4th-century figures and saints. I only converted to Catholicism a year ago. Read more. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. 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