This book is a collection of short stories told from the viewpoints of characters found in the gospel narratives. Caroline Greville brings a fresh understanding to these familiar stories, offering the reader plausible settings, dialogue, and characterization. About the Author Caroline Greville is a lecturer in Creative and Professional Writing at Canterbury Christ Church University and has a PhD in narrative non-fiction. As well as teaching on the BA and MA programs, she runs regular workshops for writers in Kent and at the Canterbury Festival. Pre-order: 14th March 2020
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