Think a fluffier Red Tent (I recommend the Red Tent most highly, by the way).
Moses' struggle with his destiny was compelling but the end wrapped up rather abruptly and Aaron and Miriam were portrayed quite poorly (although perhaps accurately. Who knows?).
The book did leave me wondering how Zipporah, Gershom and Eliezer really died. I went to the Old Testament but didn't find my answer there or online.
I do enjoy how historical fiction often leads me to further research.
Halter includes the interesting backstory regarding Thutmose III and Hatshepsut, the pharaohs who are portrayed (perhaps accurately) as Moses' "adopted" brother and "adopted" mother, respectively.
I've read Sarah and I'll read Lilah, if that's any indication of my regard for this book.
3.5 stars out of 5.
Moses' struggle with his destiny was compelling but the end wrapped up rather abruptly and Aaron and Miriam were portrayed quite poorly (although perhaps accurately. Who knows?).
The book did leave me wondering how Zipporah, Gershom and Eliezer really died. I went to the Old Testament but didn't find my answer there or online.
I do enjoy how historical fiction often leads me to further research.
Halter includes the interesting backstory regarding Thutmose III and Hatshepsut, the pharaohs who are portrayed (perhaps accurately) as Moses' "adopted" brother and "adopted" mother, respectively.
I've read Sarah and I'll read Lilah, if that's any indication of my regard for this book.
3.5 stars out of 5.
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