Caren J. Town

Asher’s Eye

Fiction

“Asher’s Eye is the thrilling story of a young man struggling with his faith (and his family) during the Babylonian exile of the Jews. A timeless tale of a boy growing to manhood and coming to terms with the beliefs of his people, the novel offers a historically detailed and believable rendering of ancient Babylonia. Asher is an endearing and inspiring character who will live in the imaginations of his readers long after the novel is finished.”

Joel and the Egyptian Cat

Fiction

“Set in ancient Jerusalem, this is a heartwarming tale of a boy trying to figure out his future while attempting to convince his father and grandfather that he must make his way in the world. With the help of a precocious and wise cat, Joel (and his story) will charm and intrigue readers. Neither saccharine nor cynical, the novel has the right mix of historical detail and relevance to perennial struggles adolescents face.”