Fresh ideas and historical details are
given to this retelling of Esther’s story by author Jill Eileen Smith. Smith gives emphasis to the building of
relationships between the characters in her story. Whether the characters are heroes or villains
the reader gets a sense of their purpose, motives and desires. There is a beautiful blend of senses brought
to life through vivid descriptions of textures, colors, fragrances and flavors
of the Persia empire. Careful detail to
cultural norms and political, historical events are given. Reading this Biblical story with the new
insights Smith brings helps Esther become even more of a heroine in my
eyes.
I received this book from the publishers
but was not required to write a positive review.
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