Miriam Feinberg Vamosh

Authors Miriam Feinberg Vamosh and Eva Marie Everson transport readers to King David's era in a powerful story that could have come out of today's headlines! Tamar was sexually victimized by her half-brother Amnon and she was equally traumatized by her father's inaction and her brother's power play against Amnon. Ahoti means "my sister" in Hebrew and this is how Amnon addressed Tamar before his brutal attack. Her hurt, shame, and betrayal are vividly portrayed and the biblical account tells us that this daughter of King David spent the rest of her life in a desolate existence at her brother's house.

Gut-wrenching, for sure, but ancient documents offer proof that Tamar may have experienced much more and this is why the authors choose to offer a different scenario. This is a thought-provoking novel that features both historical and fictional details so I urge you to keep this in mind as you read it. I believe that biblical fiction is meant to be enjoyed but we must always refer back to God's Word for the true account! Tamar's story is but a short snippet in The Holy Bible but her tragic story is a beacon for today's women. I recommend Ahoti: A Story of Tamar to all who want to learn more about women of the Bible.

I received a copy of this novel from Paraclete Press. There was no obligation for a positive review.… (plus d'informations)