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Nightingale Mountain Trilogy

Step into the first century with author D. D. Shiell – a Christian historical fiction set in the world of the Apostle Paul and the early Church.

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The Apostle Paul’s life reimagined.

From the hills of Ephesus to the heart of Rome, the Nightingale Mountain Trilogy follows the Apostle Paul and his family through betrayal, reconciliation, and enduring faith in this Christian historical fiction by author D.D. Shiell.

The Vigil – The Reunion – The Legacy

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Preview The Vigil – Book 1 of the Nightingale Mountain Trilogy.

The Vigil follows Rachel’s search for love and belonging on Nightingale Mountain as her father’s past collides with Saul of Tarsus’s dramatic transformation, setting the stage for the Apostle Paul’s life and mission.

Get instant access to the opening chapters of The Vigil — Book 1 of the Nightingale Mountain Trilogy. Download your free PDF sample (Chapters 1–3) and start reading today.

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The Vigil

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The Reunion

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The Legacy

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Our Readers’ Reviews

See what our readers are saying about the Nightingale Mountain Trilogy! These biblical fiction novels have given many readers a richer, more personal connection to the life of the Apostle Paul. Explore their reflections—and discover how the story can deepen your own understanding, too.

  • Wow – what a fantastic read! D.D. Shiell does such a great job of bringing the people of the Bible to life in The Vigil.
    M.H.
  • The Vigil is a beautifully written historical novel that brought the people of the Bible to life for me in a way that reminded me of watching The Chosen.
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  • This book made Paul a real person for me. I look forward to the rest of this trilogy.
    Amazed1
  • I loved the way D.D. Shiell masterfully blended biblical history with compelling fictional storytelling.
    B.M.

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nIGHTINGALE MOUNTAIN TRILOGY

Experience The Nightingale Mountain Trilogy — a Christian historical fiction series that captures the spirit of the Apostle Paul’s teachings in a moving story of grace, courage, and transformation.
Book 1 – The Vigil
Book 2 – The Reunion
Book 3 – The Legacy

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