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Book SynopsisBefore he became a father of the Christian Church, Augustine of Hippo loved a woman whose name has been lost to history. This is her story.
Trade Review“Exquisite prose points a poetic biographical sketch of an enigma in early church ancestry. The fictional memoir is peppered with intriguing history...” * RT Book Reviews *
“In this gripping, beautifully written historical novel, Wolfe brings the ancient city of Carthage to life, immersing readers in the experiences that shaped the theology of Augustine of Hippo. In her deftly told and well-researched story, the unnamed woman whom Augustine loved and lived with for 13 years rises from the footnotes of history to become a dynamic, fully-fleshed character. ' * Christianity Today 2017 Book Award - Fiction *
“Readers will come to love this daughter of a mosaic layer, who chooses to become the concubine of a young teacher named Augustine… A perfect book for history lovers, readers of Image magazine, which Wolfe helped found, and anyone looking for a stirring tale of love under wraps.” * Publishers Weekly *
“This interesting story was unique since the narrator is anonymous throughout the entire novel.” * CBA Retailers and Resources *
“Wolfe does a good job at creating a historical character that would rightly suit Augustine... Overall, Suzanne M. Wolfe’s The Confessions of X gives a rare glimpse into a forgotten woman in history, bringing to her life for the masses. The story could have been ripped from the pages of Augustine’s Confessions if he would have told the truth. I really enjoyed this book...” * Book Talk at Fiction 411 *
