A fresh, yet familiar, and immersive rendering of one of the greatest female heroes of the Bible.
Well researched, and beautifully told in a way that even though I knew what was coming I was still absorbed into the story, and at times surprised by the timing of certain events. The author uses the multiple third person narrative to her advantage, showing some aspects of the story from an unexpected viewpoint that really enhanced the story and made it less predictable which is challenging in such a well beloved tale.
There is a creative license as well as a respect for the recorded history that make the story more realistic. I liked how the book addressed the realities, of how less than ideal Esther's situation was, showing the sadness in the midst of the luxuries afforded her.
Overall, this was a rivetingly rendered telling of one of history's greatest queens. Excellent research and engaging storytelling. Highly recommend for fans of Biblical fiction.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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