Mary of Magdala: The Story of the Church as You Should Have Known It

By Joanna Courtney

A devoted follower.

At the dawn of a new era, Mary of Magdala is swept up by the radical teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. But her choice to follow him comes at a great cost: her family's disapproval and rejection.

A woman with a voice.

Together with her companions Prisca and Lydia, Mary begins a journey to share the message of love, hope, and renewal in a world where women's voices are silenced. As they face hostile crowds and the ever-present threat of persecution, their determination is tested, their faith redefined.

A leader ready to rise.

As the early Christian community struggles to find its footing, Mary discovers the strength within herself to inspire and help shape a movement that will echo through history.

This is the story of the church through the eyes of the women who helped build it.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0349433011
• ISBN13: 9780349433011
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Piatkus
• Length: 368 Pages