The End of the Magi

by Patrick W. Carr

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The End of the Magi
By Patrick W. Carr
Christian Historical Fiction
Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook & ebook, 384 Pages
November 5th 2019 by Bethany House Publishers

Centuries before the magi arrived in Bethlehem,
a prophecy sets a young magus on his path . . .

Following his vision of the coming Messiah, the prophet Daniel calls forth a select group of men who will count down the calendar until the arrival of Israel’s promised king. Centuries later, as the day draws near, Myrad, a young magi acolyte, flees for his life when his adoptive father and others are slain by a ruthless Parthian queen.

Equipped with very little, in haste Myrad escapes the city and, searching for a way to hide from the soldiers scouring the trade routes, tries to join the caravan of the merchant Walagash. The merchant senses that Myrad is keeping secrets, but when the young man proves himself a valuable asset, an epic journey filled with peril, near captures, and dangerous battles begins.

With every day that passes, the calendar creeps closer to the coming Messiah. And over everything shines the dream of a star that Myrad can’t forget, and the promise that the world will never be the same.

Praise for the Book

“Carr retells the story of the Magi in this bustling biblical adventure . . . . Myrad’s divine vision of the star and his arduous trek battling his own physical problems to pay homage to the Messiah capture the majesty of biblical narratives and will appeal to Christians well versed in scripture.”–Publishers Weekly

“Patrick Carr brings us a captivating tale in The End of the Magi. Based on the Holy Bible, he weaves a fictional tale of the adventures of a group of magi from the east looking for the Messiah. Myrad is a strong main character even though he doesn’t see himself as strong. He has great character traits and these help him find triumph over tragedy. . . . The End of the Magi is a great holiday read and gives us much to think about in our journey to know God better.”–Fresh Fiction

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My Thoughts on The End of the Magi:

This is such a poignant tale made more so by the season in which we’re embarking.  I normally have a hit and miss relationship with Biblical fiction.  Some I love and some not so much.  This one was amazing!

If you’re wanting to read something pertaining to the Christmas season then this is a great book for you.  It’s the years coming up to the birth of Christ and what might have been going on during this time. 

Journey forth through toil and danger.  Find your life threatened and look over your shoulder with every step you take.  It sounds like a modern-day mystery except it’s set back over 2000 years ago!  

I loved this take on the Christmas story and a perspective we don’t normally even think about.  It’s a great story that I had a hard time putting down.  Highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good historical read even if you’re not a huge fan of Biblical fiction this one is unique.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Prism Book Tours. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

About the Author of The End of the Magi

Patrick W. Carr is the author of the acclaimed fantasy series The Staff and the Sword. A Cast of Stones won the 2014 Carol Award for Speculative Fiction and the 2014 Clive Staples Award. A Cast of Stones and The Hero’s Lot were both finalists for 2014 Christy Awards. He teaches high school math and makes his home in Nashville, Tennessee, with his incredible wife, Mary, and their four sons.

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Tour Schedule for The End of the Magi

Tour Giveaway for The End of the Magi

– One winner will receive a print copy of The End of the Magi and a $20 B&N gift card
– Four winners will each receive a print copy of The End of the Magi
– US only
– Ends November 29, 2019

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