Of Love and Treason, Jamie Ogle
Of Love and Treason, Jamie Ogle
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Of Love and Treason

Author: Jamie Ogle

Narrator: Lillian Kelly

Unabridged: 13 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/23/2024

Synopsis

Rome, AD 270. In the wake of the emperor’s marriage ban, rumors swirl that there is one man brave enough to perform wedding ceremonies in secret. A public notarius and leader of an underground church, Valentine believes the emperor’s edict unjust and risks his own life for the sake of his convictions. But as his fame grows, so do fears for his safety. Iris, the daughter of a Roman jailor, believes regaining her sight will ease the mounting troubles at home. Her last hope rests in searching out Valentine and his church, but the danger of associating with people labeled a threat to the empire is great. Still, as Iris's new friends lead her to faith in God, Iris is drawn to Valentine, and they both begin to hope for a future together beyond the treacherous empire. But when a past debt and a staggering betrayal collide, Valentine, Iris, and everyone they love must fight for their lives—and wrestle with trusting a God who can restore sight yet does not always keep His followers from peril.

About Jamie Ogle

Jamie Ogle is a pre-dawn writer, homeschool mom by day, and reader by night. Inspired by her fascination with the storied history of faith, she writes historical fiction infused with hope, adventure, and courageous rebels. A Minnesota native, she now lives in Iowa with her husband and their three children, and she can usually be found gardening, beekeeping, and tromping through the woods.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Darla on February 16, 2025

I should have known. This celebration of love adorned with roses is rooted in a martyr's testimony. Such a convicting witness. I will forever see Valentine's Day through new gospel glasses. 🌹 While Jamie Ogle's story is fiction, the bare bones regarding St. Valentine are not. As I think about what to......more

Goodreads review by Annette on September 18, 2023

Of Love and Treason weaves a fascinating story based on Valentine’s legend. Rome, AD 270. Emperor Claudius Gothicus needs a bigger military, thus he puts on a new ban. Marriage was never allowed for soldiers, and with the new ban it also includes the civilians. This new ban doesn’t discourage one man......more

Goodreads review by Latisha on January 20, 2024

If you're looking for a book that is unapologetically Christian, this is it. Don't be fooled though. It is a heavy book. But it's also a beautiful story that will stick with you. It is filled with heartache, betrayal, redemption, and forgiveness. This is not a happily ever after but it is full of ho......more

Goodreads review by Amanda (BookLoverAmanda) on February 17, 2025

Of Love and Treason by Jamie Ogle 4.5 Stars Blog Post with graphic: [URL not allowed] A Powerful and Moving Story of Faith, Love, and Sacrifice - A St. Valentine Story WOW. This is a stunning historical novel. From the very first page, I was captivated by the gripping story of V......more

Goodreads review by Lovely Day on May 29, 2024

4⭐️ Historical fiction - not biblical fiction Rome A.D. 270 Iris is a blind jailer’s daughter. She and her father have exhausted every ounce of their resources to curing her blindness, yet no potions or ointments or any amount of offering to all of the gods, has made any effect. Then Valentine walks i......more

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