Name: 63 Hours in Hell
Author: Susan L. Davis
ISBN: 978-1-960548-09-2

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About Susan L. Davis

Susan L. Davis is an award-winning Christian fantasy author. Her novel, 63 Hours in Hell, received two major awards in 2025, including the Golden Scroll and Reader’s Favorite Award.

Awards & Recognition

63 Hours in Hell Golden Scroll Award 2025 – Mystery/Suspense, 3rd Place

🥉 Golden Scroll Award (2025)
3rd Place – Mystery/Suspense
Presented by AWSA

63 Hours in Hell Readers' Favorite Award 2025 – Bronze - Christian Fantasy

🥉 Reader Favorite Awards (2025)
Bronze – Christian Fantasy
Recognized by Reader Favorite

Susan L. Davis is an award-winning Christian fantasy author, speaker, and blogger whose journey from skepticism to faith began at a funeral. Her debut novel, 63 Hours in Hell—3rd Place, 2025 Golden Scroll Awards, Mystery/Suspense—reimagines the three days Jesus spent in Hell. She lives in Lombard, IL with her family and shares free resources at susanldavis.com

Susan L. Davis is an award-winning Christian fantasy author, speaker, and blogger whose journey from skepticism to faith began unexpectedly at a funeral. Her debut novel, 63 Hours in Hell—3rd Place, 2025 Golden Scroll Awards, Mystery/Suspense—reimagines the three days Jesus spent in Hell, blending thrilling suspense with a fresh, faith-building perspective on biblical events. Passionate about helping women live bold faith, Susan shares free prayer guides, Bible studies, and inspirational tools through her website. Known for her humor and relatability, she connects with audiences in both her fiction and speaking engagements. Susan lives in Lombard, Illinois, with her husband, two children, and their mischievous dog who believes he’s human.

Book Overview| 63 Hours In Hell

To reach the kingdom of Heaven, they must unlock the gates of Hell.

Discover the Journey. Rediscover Your Faith.

On their journey to Jesus’s crucifixion, Hannah and her brother perish in a tragic accident, plunging into the enigmatic afterlife of Paradise. Jesus sends them, along with the “good thief” Dismas and a mysterious angel, on a perilous quest to retrieve scattered fragments of the key to Hell.

This ragtag team races through the epochs of biblical history, trying to outwit Lucifer’s forces at every turn. Can they restore the key in 63 hours? Or will Lucifer destroy them all?

Experience the power of the Christ’s resurrection in a way you never imagined.

Discover the Journey. Rediscover Your Faith

To reach the kingdom of Heaven, they must unlock the gates of Hell.

Susan L. Davis, longtime Lombard resident and author of 63 Hours in Hell, was featured in the Lombardian newspaper, highlighting her 13 year journey on becoming an award-winning Christian fantasy author.

Reviews For 63 Hours In Hell

“Susan Davis draws the reader into a dark world of demons, sinners, and unlikely saints in this unique tale of what may have happened between the crucifixion and Jesus’ ascension into Heaven. Rich in imagery, drama, and action, 63 Hours in Hell is a journey fraught with twists and turns as the characters embark on an unprecedented quest that captivates from beginning to end.” —Susan Miura, author of the award-winning Healer series and Signs in the Dark.

“Enthralled! That’s how you’ll feel as you read the pages of 63 Hours in Hell. Susan L. Davis masterfully weaves biblical characters and historical settings into a tale so gripping, you’ll let your to-do list gather dust just to see what’s next.”
—Robyn Dykstra, National Christian Speaker and Author of The Widow Wore Pink

“Gripping from the first page, 63 Hours in Hell takes readers on a vivid journey into the spiritual world, showcasing both Satan’s wickedness and Christ’s miraculous power. Davis’s storytelling renews appreciation for faith and reminds us that our Great God is victorious.”—Jenna Brooke Carlson, Author of Falling Flat

Susan L. Davis crafts a daring tale of Jesus’s descent into hell and triumphant return, blending meticulous research with accessible storytelling. This intriguing exploration leaves readers with a renewed appreciation for divine sacrifice and great love.”
—Susan Pettit, Author of The Rose Trilogy and Enjoy Roses Every Day

FAQs For 63 Hours in Hell

I first read the Bible in 2007 and became fascinated by the three days between the crucifixion and resurrection. As I delved deeper into this topic, Characters sprang to life from my imagination and began speaking to me, compelling me to write down their words, which shaped the narrative of 63 Hours in Hell.

63 Hours in Hell offers more than just a story—it invites you on a gripping adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As the characters search for the key to Hell, they confront their deepest fears and test their faith against the forces of evil.

Each twist in the tale will draw you deeper into the story, where you might just find a resonating message of hope and resilience for yourself along the way.

Why Are You Passionate About 63 Hours in Hell?

I never read the Bible until my 40s, but once I did, I became inspired to bring its stories to life in ways that would make others see them in a new light, with unexpected twists and turns. Imagine the thrill of a Percy Jackson adventure seamlessly interwoven with the multi-layered depth of The Chosen series—that’s the essence of 63 Hours in Hell. In this book, I’ve blended elements from the Old and New Testaments with Jewish folklore, always seeking to align these stories with modern archaeological findings.

At its core, 63 Hours in Hell is a testament to the transformative power of forgiveness, faith, redemption, and reconciliation. More than just a book, it is a journey that reveals why Jesus’s death remains pivotal—yesterday, today, and forever.

63 Hours in Hell is a Christian Fantasy about the three days Jesus was in hell between his death and accession. Jesus sends a jilted bride, her brother and the good thief across time and hell to find key pieces that lead to faith, healing, and redemption. Along the way the discover how Jesus’ death and resurrection changed the world.

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