Plagues and Papyrus - Egyptians: Old-Testament era fiction

Christine Dillon

Jun 2023 · Light of Nations Book 2 · Christine Dillon

About this eBook

What if life is built on the wrong foundation?

Kheti and his family have farmed papyrus along the Nile for generations. Kheti is confident the gods of Egypt and the harmony maintained by the divine Pharaoh are the sources of his prosperity. Then he watches his beloved river turn to blood, his crops fail, and his nation descend into chaos.

The Hebrew God wants his people released from slavery.

When the gods remain silent and Pharaoh is powerless to stop the carnage, Kheti wrestles with which way to turn. Replant his flattened crops and cling to Egypt’s gods? Or forsake his roots to follow new friends and a new faith to a distant land?

Could there be a place in God’s family for an Egyptian who kept God's people as slaves?

Book 2 in the Light of Nations series.

Ratings and reviews

This fictional account of the experience of Egyptians during the time of the plagues and the Exodus is a wonderful, immersive read. You can really sense how Christine Dillon has meditated on the Scriptures by asking questions about what it was like to be in Egypt at that time. It leads the reader to greater awe of YHWH as we see His mighty acts and mercy coming together through the eyes of non-Israelites.

With vivid descriptions, Christine Dillon retells this historical story, a pivotal moment for the Hebrew people teetering between bitter slavery and national freedom. Diving into the lives of the characters experiencing firsthand the awful plagues Egypt faced when the Pharaoh dared to say “no” to Adonai. Whether you are interested in Jewish history or you just enjoy a good story, this book is for you. Such a fun, fun read. You will be drawn into the lives of Kheti and his family.

A thought-provoking and immensely enjoyable read. Whether you're intrigued by Jewish history or simply love a well-crafted story, "Plagues and Papyrus" is a must-read. A triumph of historical fiction that transports readers to a world long gone, and a gripping tale that prompts reflection on the human condition as the characters deal with loss and grapple with unexpected revelations. How will they respond, and why?