Blood and Silk is a gorgeous reinterpretation of Christian theology within the confines of an historical novel. The story begins with Christ crucified and Mary of Magdala living in Roman-ruled southern France. Carol McKay’s debut novel is the perfect read for anyone captivated by the life and times of Mary of Magdala—Mary Magdalene—and her husband, Jesus of Nasareth. Though the words and eyes of Mary, readers are invited into a world abounding with art, music, architecture, and depth of social controversy that shatters lives and eventually redefines civilization.

This novel will do more than alter our preconceived beliefs about Mary and Jesus; it will change them forever. From Judea and Hellenistic Jewish life in the first century to a universal view of a time and place etched into our historical consciousness, McKay has crafted a story that will hold your attention until the final page.

Blood and Silk takes the reader on a heart-pounding and mysterious journey, examining a reimagined history. The tapestry woven in Blood and Silk includes threads from Egyptian and Greek lore, the influences of the shadowy Melchizedek, visions of past lives by Mariamne, a journey by a young Jesus to India, Roman emperors and centurions, and sojourns into exotic Alexandria. McKay takes her readers on an emotional journey into Biblical secrets with historical intrigue.