New Star (The Magi's Encounters) Paperback – September 24, 2024

A star rises. Faith is tested.In ancient Persia, knowledge is power, and Akilah has spent his life earning both. As a respected priest-scholar among the Magi, his future is secure, his reputation unquestioned. Then a star appears where no star should be.It isn’t recorded in any Persian almanac.It isn’t explained by Magi doctrine.It appears only in Jewish prophecy.Drawn into forbidden texts and unsettling truths, Akilah finds himself standing at the intersection of science, faith, and politics, where asking the wrong question can cost everything. When whispers of an eternal king ignite fear within Persia’s ruling powers, Akilah becomes a liability. Branded a threat, imprisoned for crimes he did not commit, and hunted by those desperate to preserve control, he is forced into a journey far beyond the safety of his charts and calculations.As danger follows him across borders and belief systems collide, Akilah must confront a truth that will dismantle everything he thought he understood—about God, about power, and about himself. The knowledge he carries could upend Magi society forever… but believing it may cost him his career, his freedom, and his life.Perfect for readers who love biblical fiction with depth, clean historical storytelling, and faith journeys that don’t shy away from doubt.Follow the star and begin your journey Read more