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Synopsis:~
Standing in the massive shadow of his famous father, young king Solomon
wavers between fear and bravado, wisdom and folly. In the uncertain
world of alliances and treachery, Solomon longs for peace and a love
that is true and pure--a love that can be his cornerstone.
A
shepherdess in the northern city of Shunem, Arielah remembers the first
time she laid eyes on Solomon in Jerusalem when she was just seven years
old. Since then she has known that it was her destiny to become his
bride. When her father, a leader of their tribe, secures a promise from
King Solomon to marry Arielah as a treaty bride to help unite the
kingdom, it seems her dreams may come true.
My take:~
Mesu Andrews tackles the challenging and intriguing life of King Solomon in her second novel, Love's Sacred Song, with great talent and insight. Bringing the intrigue of court life, the spitefulness of his harem and his love for his Shulammite bride to life, Mesu paints a fascinating portrait of Solomon and what might have been. Solomon, Arielah, Jehoshaphat and Benaiah are stand out characters whose strengths and weaknesses reflect the struggles we face today. This is a beautiful story that engages heart and mind as Solomon's political wisdom wars with his vulnerability to women. I can't wait to see which Biblical story Mesu tackles next!
With thanks to Revell for my review copy
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1 comments:
I love Bible story retellings and this one looks very different. I am not as familiar with the life of Solomon but I definitely want to know more and I think I will enjoy Adnrews' writing.
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