“It’s an incredibly intense and moving book.”
"This novel tells the story of Amora and Leo, a married Roman couple in the 2nd century. At first, we see them living a lavish life full of wealth and privilege. They were in love and happier than ever, enjoying their new-found prosperity brought about by Leo's new...
“Amora is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and walks of life.”
"Amora is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and walks of life. Reader be warned, this is the type of novel that will keep you up at night in the best way possible. It is a tale of courage, forgiveness, and deliverance. While the novel...
“The book has a great lesson to teach about revenge and forgiveness.”
"Amora by Grant Hallstrom is a historical fiction book set in the era of Early Christian persecution in Rome. It tells the story of a time when wrongdoers were fed to the lions in front of crowds as a form of entertainment. The story starts with the beautiful and...
“gripping story that seamlessly merges fantasy with adventure”
"Grant Hallstrom's "Amora" is a gripping story that seamlessly merges fantasy with adventure, transporting readers on an intriguing trip through a world bursting with magic and mystery. The novel introduces us to a young girl who learns her secret magical skills...
“I thoroughly enjoyed this book.”
"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was about the power of the Christian faith, inequality, a mothers unwavering love, grieving the lost of a child/spouse and parent while allowing yourself to be open to forgiving those who have wronged you. It was about your enemies...
“An epic story of love, loss, betrayal and forgiveness”
"An epic story of love, loss, betrayal and forgiveness, Amora by Grant Hallstrom tells the tale of a brave noblewoman who found a loving faith that would grant her forgiveness and peace amid her suffering and anguish. By all accounts, Amora was living a charmed life....
“effortlessly weaves elements of fantasy, adventure and romance”
"Amora is an extraordinary literary masterpiece that effortlessly weaves elements of fantasy, adventure and romance into a captivating verbal tapestry. From page one, the reader is drawn into a world of familiar and unique wonder. The author's meticulous attention to...
“storytelling brilliance shines through with every turn of the page”
"Amora by Grant J. Hallstrom is an exquisite historical novel, artfully crafted from the true story of a noblewoman who served as the inspiring force behind Justin Martyr’s plea to the Roman Senate. Hallstrom’s compelling narrative delves into the life of Amora, a...
“deftly explores the contrasting attitudes of the privileged elite”
"Amora by Grant Hallstrom is an historical fiction novel set in ancient Roman times. The story begins with Amora, confined in chains within a cage, as she is led towards the execution arena. Her husband, Leo, desperately pleads for forgiveness from the king on her...
“It changed my perspective on forgiveness.”
"Living entails experiencing a wide range of emotions and feelings, from happiness and being able to achieve your heart's desire to challenges and hardships. It is never one way in life; however, it is all about our beliefs and our strength to persevere with an...
