Shadow of Colossus (Seven Wonders Series #1)

Shadow of Colossus (Seven Wonders Series #1)
by T. L. Higley

Shadow of Colossus (Seven Wonders Series #1)
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Author: T. L. Higley
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-08-01
ISBN: 080544730X
Number of pages: 400
Publisher: Broadman & Holman Publishers

Book Reviews of Shadow of Colossus (Seven Wonders Series #1)

Book Review: A Heart of Stone
Summary: 5 Stars

Tessa of Delos is very much like the massive statue of Helios, located in the
port city of Rhodes, in ancient Greece. A structure whose feet she often rests
upon as she considers her plight in life. A hetaera (a kept woman), Tessa is
well-respected in the community, not only for her outstanding beauty, but for
her intelligence and astute political mind. Like the mighty colossus that stands
110 feet tall, Tessa and the structure have much in common, both are made of
stone and firmly anchored in their place.

Regardless of the respect Tessa receives, she is still enslaved to the whims of
her master, a fate that leaves her pondering the taking of her own life. She
would rather be free than continue to live her life as a possession for a man
she has nothing but disdain for.

When Glaucos, her wealthy benefactor is murdered by her own hands, Tessa is left
to consider the penalty of death she has reaped on her own head. Unwilling to
remain a slave she concocts a dangerous web of lies that will ultimately become
her undoing.

Helped in her quest to become free is a strong and handsome stranger, Nikos, who
mysteriously appears on the island and quickly becomes embroiled in her quest
for freedom. Through Nikos, Tessa must come to terms with the pain of her past,
gain his alliance, while simultaneously relegating him to the outer courts of
her heart, a heart so hardened as to be inpenetrable.

With a marvelous cast of interesting and intriguing characters T.L. Higley's
SHADOW OF COLOSSUS is a thrill-filled saga that will keep the reader's mind
abuzz with wonder at the masterful weaving of her intricate plots. Those with
acute sleuthing abilities will find themselves stumped time and time again as
they careen towards the climactic plot resolution. Although Historical Fiction,
SHADOW OF COLOSSUS is written with a modern day twist that doesn't bog the
reader down with irrelevant details, but takes them back in time and allows them
to view a world they may have never known. SHADOW OF COLOSSUS is skillfully
written, and masterfully executed.

Reviewed by Rosalind Stormer
for The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

Summary of Shadow of Colossus (Seven Wonders Series #1)

In a world enslaved by money and power, one woman dares to be free. Will an explosive secret enslave her again?
 
The place is the island of Rhodes; the time, 227 BC. In the ten years that Tessa of Delos has been in bondage as a hetaeira, a high-priced Greek courtesan to a wealthy politician, she has learned to abandon all desire for freedom and love. But when her owner meets a violent death, Tessa is given the chance to be free—if she can hide the truth of his death and maintain a masquerade until escape is possible. Now Tessa must battle for her own freedom and for those she is beginning to love, as forces collide that will shatter the island?s peace and bring even its mighty Colossus to its knees.
 
Here is a powerful story showing how the love of God can transform even the most hardened person and bring back to life a soul jaded by sin and grief.

Endorsements:

“T. L. Higley?s Shadow of Colossus is a fascinating glimpse into the rarely visited world of ancient Greece, a beautifully written tale of love and faith and adventure. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.?

—DeAnna Julie Dodson, author of In Honor Bound

“T. L. Higley transported me so completely to Ancient Greece that when I was finished I felt as if I had to reorient myself to present time. An engrossing read, written with precision and style. I was sorry to see it end.?

—Carolyne Aarsen, author of All in One Place

Shadow of Colossus is a beautifully told tale, richly detailed, and set beneath one of the great wonders of the world. If you?ve ever dreamed of traveling in the ancient world, you?ll want to be there as a fallen woman rises and the great Colossus falls!?

—Ginger Garrett, author of In the Shadow of Lions

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