(Mary La Croix's earlier novel, The Remnant, created the setting for Sons of Darkness, Sons of Light and told the story of the Essene Community, the birth of the Messiah Jeshua, His ministry, crucifixion and resurrection.)

In Sons of Darkness, Sons of Light, the vast tapestry of 1st-century events comes to life as the courage and devotion of the early Christian disciples provide a backdrop for the lives of three central characters.
Lucius   A man of Roman and Hebrew parentage who sets aside wealth and privilege to join the early church leaders - changing his life forever.
Maria  A young Jewish woman dearly loved by the Apostles and Holy Women - but destined to struggle for the attention and respect of her husband, Lucius.
Vesta  The love and passion of Lucius' life - a woman who possesses all the beauty and grace of her native Greece, but must wait many years to meet her true destiny.

La Croix's artful prose captures the imagination and offers insight into many questions central to the Christian story:
• Why was Stephen stoned to death?
• What made Saul so unyielding in his belief?
• What moved Peter to answer the call “Follow me”?
• Who wrote the Gospel of Luke?