Sneak Peek: Onesimus, a novel set in the first century Roman Empire
Onesimus: A Novel of Early Christianity in the Roman Empire, by Markus McDowell, is a riveting historical fiction novel that vividly brings to life the first century Roman Empire. The novel centers around the character of Onesimus, a slave who seeks freedom through a nefarious scheme. When betrayed, he runs away, trying to navigate complex socio-political-religious landscape of the Roman Empire. Onesimus’ journey offers a compelling exploration of faith, identity, freedom, and the human spirit against the backdrop of one of the most transformative periods in human history.