Does this book need to be read in a specific order?

This title is the second installment in the five-part Lineage of Grace series, which follows the lives of five women mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus. While each book functions as a standalone narrative, reading them in sequence provides a broader perspective on the series' overarching theme of ancestral faith.

What extra material is included in this edition?

Each volume in this series contains an in-depth Bible study section designed for personal reflection or group discussion, which complements the fictionalized narrative.

Has this book received any literary recognition?

This work was honored with the 2001 Christy Award for excellence in historical fiction.

Unashamed

Christianity Historical Fiction

Pages: 213
Published: 1979
Language: English

Discover the story of Rahab, a woman from the lineage of Christ, who overcame a challenging past through unwavering faith. Exploited for her beauty, she found her place in the Messiah's family tree. This compelling narrative reveals that God seeks and finds those with tender hearts, regardless of their past or circumstances.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Hopeful Inspiring Emotional

Redemption Arc Family Saga

Francine Rivers

Francine Rivers began her literary career at the University of Nevada, Reno, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Journalism. From 1976 to 1985, she had a successful writing career in the general market and her books were awarded or nominated for numerous awards and prizes. Although raised in a religious home, Francine did not truly encounter Christ until later in life, when she was already a wife, mother of three, and an established romance novelist. Shortly after b...

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Frequently asked questions

Does this book need to be read in a specific order?
This title is the second installment in the five-part Lineage of Grace series, which follows the lives of five women mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus. While each book functions as a standalone narrative, reading them in sequence provides a broader perspective on the series' overarching theme of ancestral faith.
What extra material is included in this edition?
Each volume in this series contains an in-depth Bible study section designed for personal reflection or group discussion, which complements the fictionalized narrative.
Has this book received any literary recognition?
This work was honored with the 2001 Christy Award for excellence in historical fiction.