( Starred review) [C)ompelling characters and intriguing story lines…. Ana’s ambition and strong sense of justice make her a sympathetic character.… Kidd’s novel is also a vibrant portrait of a woman striving to preserve and celebrate women’s stories-her own and countless others. Based on meticulous historical research, this is a humanizing look at Jesus the man, as well as an inspiring story of a strong woman living in a society bent on her silence. The latest from Sue Monk Kidd introduces us to Ana, a courageous, intelligent woman who marries Jesus long before his public ministry begins. Deeply researched and reverent, The Book of Longings explores the importance of women making their voices heard in a time when the powers that be strove to keep them silent.
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