Reading Order
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Start with The Family of Jesus and continue through all 2 books in the listed reading order.
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Start with The Family of Jesus
Book 1 by Karen Kingsbury • Published 2014
A novel that imagines the daily, human side of Jesus’ family, the relationships, pressures, and quiet moments around Mary and Joseph. It paints the world of first-century Judea with an eye for emotion, faith, and the...
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Heart Of The Story reading order
Ends with The Friends of Jesus
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Book 1:The Family of Jesus
Karen Kingsbury • 2014
A novel that imagines the daily, human side of Jesus’ family, the relationships, pressures, and quiet moments around Mary and Joseph. It paints the world of first-century Judea with an eye for emotion, faith, and the...
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Book 2:The Friends of Jesus
Karen Kingsbury • 2015
A Bible-era novel that follows the people who drew close to Jesus, friends, followers, and those changed by encounters they never forgot. Through interwoven stories, it explores doubt, loyalty, and the way ordinary li...
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Heart Of The Story FAQ
What is the best order to read the Heart Of The Story series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with The Family of Jesus.
How many books are in the Heart Of The Story series?
There are 2 books currently listed in the Heart Of The Story series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Heart Of The Story series?
New readers should start with The Family of Jesus, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Heart Of The Story series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2014 to 2015.