From shepherd to soldier to king, David of the bible's Old Testament was also a poet and harpist, as well as an adulterer and despot. Narrated by the prophet Natan, this powerful re-imagining of biblical history and David's part in it, vividly transports the reader into the Israel of 3000 years ago.
Capturing the essence of this morally conflicted and flawed hero, it is a dramatic story of action and discord, bound up in faith and religion.
Comments from BDS Reviewers:
"Brooks is a practising Jew which adds a degree of integrity, and after some research I found she has gone with the 'knowns' about her subject, with some fleshing out of character and events."
"The writing is assured, literate and intelligent."
"It is an excellent example of historical fiction whereby a society 3000 years ago is vividly described, with its colours, smells, ethics and ethos."
"It is quite an easy read which slows the talent of the author."
"Like many charismatic figures in history, David is a living paradox, capable of being a very good and a very bad man."
"The unflattering tale of the rape of Bathsheba and murder of her husband Uriah is painted baldly and most of David's other sexual relationships shows a dominating man who used women freely."
"This book could lead to some interesting yet heated discussions on religion."
Categories: Fiction, War theme, Culture/Ethnic/Racial, Faction, Historical, Literature oriented, Religion, Israel, 2018 Titles
