Chasing the Lion (Kindle Edition)

From the blood-soaked sand of the Roman arena, a divine destiny will rise.

For as long as Jonathan Tarquinius can remember, everyone has wanted something from him. His half brother wants him dead. His master’s wife wants his innocence. The gladiator dealers want him to fight—and die—for their greed. Rome’s most famous prostitute wants his love. And the gentle slave girl who tends the wounds on his body and the hidden ones on his soul longs for him to return to his faith.

What Jonathan wants is simple. Freedom. But God wants something from Jonathan too—something more than anyone would ever imagine. The young warrior’s journey will push him to the limits of human endurance and teach him that true freedom is found within. The greatest battle Jonathan must ever fight will not come in the arena, but deep within himself as he is forced to choose between vengeance and mercy—with the fate of an empire and the life of the woman he loves hanging in the balance.

“A gripping and passionate adventure, Kimball brings to life pagan Rome to show faith, hope, and love during Christianity’s fledgling hours. A historical fiction not to miss!”

Peter Leavell, Award-Winning Author of Gideon’s Call

“Chasing the Lion is a remarkable story about the hardship in sacrifice, the strength in integrity, and the transformative power of redemptive love.”

Nicole Deese, author of the Letting Go series

“This crossover epic combines themes from the best of two of literatures great stories–Ben Hur and Quo Vadis–weaving into the tale elements of the inspired parable of The Prodigal Son, as told by Jesus. Not only is the book filled with intriguing plot twists, but it is beautifully written by Nancy Kimball, a name to remember. It is the perfect first read for someone who has never read Christian fiction.”

Bob Stewart, author of First Born, a psychological thriller Nancy Kimball