A Time Like This: Providence, Destiny, or Fate?

A Time Like This takes place during the biblical events of Esther and Nehemiah. Although a work of fiction, the book does contain actual historical facts. Sura is the main character who begins her story by telling her granddaughter about her years as a servant to Queen Esther. The book then picks up with her present life and her families’ journey to Jerusalem with Nehemiah. Sura’s family help with the rebuilding of the wall around the city amid many threats from surrounding enemies. The story will keep you turning the page to find out what happens next.