Frederick Ramsay
6 SeriesFrederick Ramsay is an American author known for his novels "Copper Kettle" and "The Wolf and the Lamb." He has created four distinct book series: the Jesse Sutherlin Mystery series, the Botswana Mystery series, the Jerusalem Mysteries series, and the Ike Schwartz Mystery series. Ramsay's work spans multiple genres, showcasing his versatility as a writer.
In "Judas," the first book of the Jerusalem Mystery series by Frederick Ramsay, the protagonist, Judas, navigates life as the illegitimate son of a Jewish woman in the Roman Empire. Struggling to understand his mother's god and the hardships faced by his family, Judas survives on the streets. His anger leads him to join the rebel group Barabbas, who ultimately betray him. This betrayal drives Judas to seek refuge among the Zealots, followers of Rabbi Jesus. Through his journey, Judas grapples with faith, betrayal, and survival in a tumultuous era.
