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The Chosen #2
The Prophet
An Epic Novel Based on the Biblical story of DanielBased on the Biblical story of Daniel, THE PROPHET is the second installment of the bestselling historical novel, THE CHOSEN, by Shlomo Kalo, one of the most prolific writers in Israel and a nominee for the Nobel Prize in Literature.
In THE PROPHET, the figures in the Babylon court who have taken to Daniel - or envy and hate him - come to the fore. His counsel is sought by those in power. He is challenged by many the affections of Adelain, the daughter of a high commander; the revolt being hatched by the small Jewish community in Babylon; and by news of a potentially disastrous plot being planned far away in his homeland, Judea.
Book II ends in rebellion in Judea and Nebuchadnezzar’s demand for death for any who do not kneel to his statue, resulting in a dramatic fate for Daniel and his friends.
"...it is a living epic, full of drama and fascination, with characters, relationships, places and events - transcending definition and transcending time."
Scroll up and grab a copy today.
In THE PROPHET, the figures in the Babylon court who have taken to Daniel - or envy and hate him - come to the fore. His counsel is sought by those in power. He is challenged by many the affections of Adelain, the daughter of a high commander; the revolt being hatched by the small Jewish community in Babylon; and by news of a potentially disastrous plot being planned far away in his homeland, Judea.
Book II ends in rebellion in Judea and Nebuchadnezzar’s demand for death for any who do not kneel to his statue, resulting in a dramatic fate for Daniel and his friends.
"...it is a living epic, full of drama and fascination, with characters, relationships, places and events - transcending definition and transcending time."
Scroll up and grab a copy today.
254 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 19, 2015
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July 10, 2020
The second book of a fictional depiction of the prophet Daniel, and his associates Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Covers the early years where Daniel serves as the Viceroy to Nebudcanezzer II. It's well written, and plausible, that while taking some fictional license, not departing from the scriptural narative in the book of Daniel in the bible. I enjoyed the read, and I'm looking forward to reading the 3rd book in the series.
September 24, 2018
Enjoyed reading
It's hard at times in the beginning to keep track of who is talking but once you get the flow of the writers style it is easily figured out. The beginning seemed a bit dry to me but I am glad I stuck it out as the story really picks up in the middle to end.
It's hard at times in the beginning to keep track of who is talking but once you get the flow of the writers style it is easily figured out. The beginning seemed a bit dry to me but I am glad I stuck it out as the story really picks up in the middle to end.
April 30, 2021
Good book
This second book about Daniel was just as good as the first one. I really enjoyed reading it and think that you will too.
This second book about Daniel was just as good as the first one. I really enjoyed reading it and think that you will too.
October 16, 2015
This is my favorite novel. I read it both in the original Hebrew and in the beautifully translated English edition. I find it a fascinating read.
Shlomo Kalo presents characters and situations in a way that is elevating to the spirit. In this book it is an art that is no less than a masterpiece of divine beauty in the midst of a fallen world.
I can read this epos again and again.
Shlomo Kalo presents characters and situations in a way that is elevating to the spirit. In this book it is an art that is no less than a masterpiece of divine beauty in the midst of a fallen world.
I can read this epos again and again.
October 26, 2015
Loved it!
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