Michelle Emmanuelli
Author of Christian fiction with deep gospel themes
Recent From Blog
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Crown of Chains, an unfaithful Esther “retelling”
Crown of Chains is one of Erin Phillips fictional Bible “retellings.” This work focuses on Esther, with her elevation to Queen and how she was placed at the right time to save her people. Crown of Chains very loosely follows that storyline, but with glaring differences. Namely, “Esther” has a romanticized affair to escape from…
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To Bind Fire: Empire of Ash and Song, Christian Fantasy
I could see the biblical themes woven throughout—unity, sacrifice, being born-again and baptism, and free will.
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Casandra’s Dragon: Free Prequel to an Epic Christian Fantasy
I like dragons, and Christian fantasy, and when I saw that D. E. Carlson was giving out a novella to her epic fantasy series for free, I jumped on it. Casandra’s Dragon follows a girl with a dragon as she strives to right the wrong in the world. Official Blurb: Casandra’s Dragon If no one…
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The Lost Manuscript by Mollie Rushmeyer, Restoring the Broken
All in all, the author’s message was clear: love is not just a feeling but a choice, a sacrifice—like forgiveness, just as Jesus forgave us.
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Rebecca by Shannon McNear (Daughters of the Lost Colony)
One of my favorite genres is historical fiction that tells a great story within the boundaries of actual historical events/people—and Rebecca fits the bill. The care for research is unparalleled in McNear’s novel. Paired with storytelling that is both musical and compelling, the story of Pocahuntas was full of triumph and tragedy. Nothing like your…
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Cloak of Scarlet (And House of Refuge) by Melanie Dickerson
I read House of Refuge when it came out in 2021 and now Cloak of Scarlet this year. Both are sweet Christian historical fiction set in 1500s. I didn’t realize Cloak of Scarlet was from the same series until after, and I’m sad I missed the other novels in between! I’ll be giving a joint…
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Counterfeit Faith by Crystal Caudill
As matron of Final Chance House of Refuge, Gwendolyn Ellison helps troubled or abandoned children. When the kids are threatened from within the institution, she must team up with Secret Service officer Josiah Isaacs to uncover the corruption—before either of them are silenced. Counterfeit Faith was a whirlwind tale of mystery, action, and romance, and…
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The Swindler’s Daughter by Stephenia H. McGee
Lillian Doyle, a perfectly poised southern belle, is forced to visit the Georgian countryside when she learns her past was not all her mother pretended it was. A family she’s never known lives in Dawsonville. A family that—as a secret illegitimate daughter—has never known her either. Lillian wants nothing more than to sell her father’s…
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The Tapestry of Grace by Kim Vogel Sawyer
They’ve all had a taste of joy in their youth, but accidents, trials, and life have left spouses widowed, couples childless, and all bereft. Can God be trusted to lift their lives out of a never-ending valley?
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Amazing Grace
At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter how hard we try to be saintly, or how motivated we may be at first to follow the law. Newton’s encounter with Jesus was rooted in a simple, universal sentiment that is open to all: surrender.
