Have Faith When the Anointing Feels Like a Curse

I really enjoyed reading, "Brave: The Story of Ahinoam," which is the first book in the King David’s Brides series. It's a great opener! I found myself highlighting about 30% of the book. There are touching moments that make you go, "Awwww," as well as fearful moments where you can feel the fear and angst of the characters. There are also "ah-ha" moments when the characters receive a response from Yahweh that changes their thought patterns and, in turn, yours.

It did take me a while to get used to seeing "Abba" applied to earthly men instead of God, probably because my father was physically present but mentally absent. When he was around, he was often in a psychotic state from staying up all hours gambling. However, when I put that aside, it made sense because God desires to know us intimately since He is the first Father we had. He is our Protector, our Nurturer, our Savior, and so much more. He is "the example" for earthly fathers.

There was so much I loved about this book I know that I will not capture all of it but here’s my shot. Growing up in a mostly female household, I experienced my mother’s spousal abuse and her ability to trust God for finances after my dad gambled his paycheck away. She raised seven children practically on her own. I am not a feminist, however, I am the result of a woman of strong faith. That being said, Ahinoam’s description, of a dagger-wielding Kenite woman was my draw to request this book. (And she named her first two daggers Adam and Eve! Oh the nuances in this book.)

What made this book so rich for me was the fact that some years ago our leadership team at my church studied Training for Reigning by Rick Goodwin. That book utilizes the four main places that David fled as tools for learning and growth in leadership. The growth at the end of his sojourn at each place was emphasized by Rick Goodwin. Mesu Andrews fleshes that out with her wonderful understanding of the spiritual and natural lessons to be learned.

There is so much character growth as we see that hardships and desperate situations train David to become the king God anointed him to be. This enabled his band of unruly soldiers, his family, and Ahinoam, and Toren to grow. I am absolutely fangirling over here, but I love the way that Mesu incorporates the poetry and meaningfulness of Psalms and scriptures into the flow of the story.

"Let’s stop here.” I tapped my camel’s shoulder to dismount. Joab didn’t need coaxing. He was off his camel and snoring before I laid my head on a smooth stone. I, on the other hand, could only doze. I counted stars and thought of all I should have said to my wife, my sister, and my troops before rushing away to negotiate peace with Saul after ignoring the true Peace-Giver for months. “Lord, do not rebuke me in Your anger or discipline me in Your wrath. Have mercy on me. I’m so weary. Save me because of Your unfailing love, Lord. I’m worn out from groaning.” Calm settled over me, as it had when we’d praised Yahweh with Gad and the prophets. “Lord, You have heard my cry for mercy; You have heard my prayer.”

Mesu Andrews. Brave (Kindle Locations 3818-3823). Kindle Edition.

I love seeing David’s and Ahinoam’s thoughts which enrich the slow-burn attraction, and mental and spiritual growth. I love how faith is such a part of their everyday lives. It is a great example for us today. I love that the book ultimately leads the reader back to the bible to check the nuances. The skill to casually throw in Abigail and Nabal and mirror the event between David, Nabal, and Abigail is a sign of supurb writing. (Abigail is a favorite female character of mine).

David’s name means love and this book shines a light on his relationship with Yahweh. We see love demonstrated in his choice to forgive his family. Love introduces forgiveness, self confidence, and intimace. In his thoughts we see the man who slayed ten thousands seeing beauty where others don’t, appreciating Ahinoam's skills even though they are not considered womanly. Love truly overcomes all! We see a man who desires to be loved, just as we do.

Through numerous mentions we see David's obedience contrasted with Saul’s disobedience. The message is clear: disobedience comes back to bite you in the buttocks. Obedience, though fraught with trials, blesses you and others.

If you enjoyed reading Sisters of Corinth by Angela Hunt, you will love Brave: The Story of Ahinoam by Mesu Andrews. I have discovered a new author to admire.

I thank Netgalley and the publisher for the complimentary copy I received. It was truly an honor to participate in reviewing a book that shows the heart of Yahweh and what faith looks like amid betrayal, chaos, danger, and insecurity. These are my thoughts. I was not obligated to write a positive review.

I leave you with this excerpt:

“We’re not going to Nob,” David began. “I will sometimes lead my people into hard places but never into known danger. Yahweh does the same.” He pointed in various directions as he rehearsed our journey. “Behind us, the Moabite mountains; below us, the Dead Sea; and beyond it, the Judean wilderness. Yahweh will lead us into the desert— a hard place— because it’s safer than dangerous cities on fertile plains.”

Mesu Andrews. Brave (Kindle Locations 1407-1410). Kindle Edition.

When I first started reviewing I read Jill Eileen Smith's David's Wives series which starts with Michal so imagine my surprise when I found out there was a wife before Michal named Ahinoam. David is my absolute favorite Bible hero. Every year when I read 1 Kings and he dies I cry.

Mesu Andrews has not only the skill to take biblical history with her creative license and write an amazing story, but she also wraps it in the beautiful word of God.

This story is poignant and shows dedication to family. Ahinoam is one of the bravest women I've read about; her determination is something to be revered.

Ms. Andrews is a go-to for biblical fiction. I've read everything she has published, to my knowledge. If you enjoy biblical fiction this is a must-read.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Wow! Mesu Andrew’s delivers another impactful and inspiring Biblical Fiction story!
Brave is the story of Ahinoam -a fierce and passionate Kenite woman- who was King David’s second wife (after Michal) and her story of courage, resilience, love and growth in faith. I have to admit I was intrigued about this series. The fact that King David, the beloved by Yahweh, had multiple wives, had always piqued my curiosity. So when Ms. Andrews announced her upcoming series with this theme, I knew I wanted to read it. And I was not disappointed! What a magnificent story telling! It made me see the historical facts, not from my contemporary point of view, but from the customs and way of thinking of that particular era in ancient Israel. It helped me understand things with a fresh and open take of what happened so long ago, realizing that we are still the same: putting our interests before God’s, lacking faith in the fulfillment of His promises.
I know part of the book is according to the Bible, but the other part -what the Bible doesn’t say, the details-, the fictional part, the secondary characters, the complex plot, everything, it’s so well done that it blends perfectly with the Bible’s narration. I loved getting to know King David more personally, his own point of view. I think he was very well depicted: a true leader, with a heart attuned to God, a humble man, a courageous warrior. Yet, we also see his fears, his weaknesses, and at the same time his love of God and determination to walk in His presence and be guided by his Holy Will. He felt realistic, human, relatable.
And I deeply admired Ahinoam’s personality and character and faith growth: her fierceness, her strength, yet her vulnerability and a big loving heart. Loved her relationship with her abba. The way she opens up to the arrival of David’s third wife Abigail, even though she struggles with it, but her loyalty to Yahweh and her desire to believe in His promises was admirable.
This part of David before being King, running away from Saul, has been less explored than his long years as a King, and I liked getting to know better that part of the Scripture. The way David can love each wife as unique was admirable, and the way the author handled this issue was admirable. There were some great secondary characters that made the story richer. My favorite was Zeruia, David’s sister. Ahinoam finds in her a kindred spirit to help her see things from a different perspective.
There’s a faith inspired message of what true love really means, being presented especially by David’s deep love of God, and Ahinoa’s way of loving and supporting David even when things are not what she expected. She’s loyal to the core.
All in all, a wonderful telling of David’s errant life in the wilderness and the way he approaches the possibility of being Israel’s king. A very engaging and relatable read that transported me to that era with her vivid descriptions of the landscape and customs. You can see it’s so well and deeply researched!
The cover is stunning too!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive review. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.

Brave by Mesu Andrews is the first book in the new King David's Brides series and a definite must read if you love reading historical Biblical fiction.
Brave is about Ahinoam and how she finds herself fleeing her father, joining a band of misfits and eventually finding friendship, love, loyalty and courage during tumultuous times all the while stepping out in faith where she is able to admit her growing love for Israel's future king.
I really enjoyed this story and look forward to reading more books in this series in the future.

I was given an ARC from the author/publisher. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.

Brought up by her father when her mother deserted them, Ahinoam is determined not to marry, having seen what pain love can bring. But when the Amalekites come for them, wanting her father's (and her) smithing skills, they're forced to leave their home, and end up joining with David's band. There, through good times and bad, David begins wooing her, and she eventually agrees. But life on the run is hard. Can she be brave enough to keep going - and to love even when it hurts?

An interesting and thought-provoking read. Overall, I enjoyed it, but I also appreciated the fact that it got me thinking about what life might have been like for David and his company all those years in the wilderness. Incidentally, the note at the end about some of the background material referred to was useful, since I had no idea of some of the Talmud background (not that I would accept it without question, but it's interesting to know that the author had reasons for some of her plot decisions). I wasn't so keen on what felt like a choice to have unnecessarily unlikeable characters, though some of that may have been based on her other sources. Also, the ending didn't feel very satisfying - though deciding where to stop in an ongoing story must be hard. However, all in all, an enjoyable Biblical fiction story.

Note that I received a complimentary copy of the book from NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review and this is my considered opinion of the book.

This is the first by this author that I have read and I really enjoyed it. I liked how I was pulled into the story from the first page. I also love how this author weaved a beautiful story about a woman who we don’t hear much about in the Bible. I liked how she took the few scriptures we have about her and told a story of a strong and brave woman who went through a lot as David’s wife. I feel like I learned something while reading this story and I will definitely look into reading more books by this author.

I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, and or authors.  A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.

"Sometimes we need to worship God even more than God needs our worship."

Mesu Andrews is one of my favorite Biblical fiction authors and she's written great books. Brave tops them all. The author has outdone herself in her impeccable research and weaving of an unforgettable story infused with action, romance, and faith. And I love how Scripture is embedded into every chapter of the book so that I can follow along in the Bible and know God's Word while allowing the author's beautiful imagination to paint the scenes and breathe details into the characters. It's an immersive epiphany into King David's early years as a refugee from Saul. Truly I will never read these Bible passages the same way again.

I honestly have never given a single thought to Ahinoam, one of David's wives and mother of Amnon. I have never given a single thought to the terrain or the places David and his men had to flee for all those years on the run from Saul. I actually have never thought about how David's men, though small in number as armies go but still a large number of people, survived. Now my eyes have been opened and I am awed. Through Ahinoam and David's eyes, we see how things might have been and who they may have been. Ahinoam is so real, with her insecurities, fears, doubts, and longings. David also shows his insecurities, fears, doubts, and inadequacies but also shows his compassion and thirst for justice. All these traits and emotions make David very human and relatable. I enjoyed seeing others like Gad, Zeruiah, Joab, and Abishai come to life. And above all, the goodness, faithfulness, and incredible power of Yahweh were on display and the necessity of praise and worship as core of our being was a powerful and poignant lesson not to be forgotten or forsaken.

I am totally excited for the next book in the series where we will follow Maakah. Now I need to do an in-depth study of 1 and 2 Samuel as well as 1 Kings and 1 Chronicles. I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Bethany House through LibraryThing and JustRead Tours via NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

If you enjoy Bible-based fiction and have not read anything that Mesu Andrews has written, you are missing out! Her newest book, Brave, begins her series on the wives of King David, and what a great beginning it is!

"I was created to be by your side..." With these words, Ahinoam makes it clear to King David that she is "brave enough" to do whatever she is called to do - even if God calls her to be David's wife. Raised as the only child of Toren the Kenite, she is skilled at both making the very best daggers, and throwing them. Her mother leaving when she was very young gave her few womanly skills, but her father loved her and taught her his trade. When they join David's Mighty Men, she expects to be treated the same way her father treats her. When they realize that her shortened hair and short tunic hide a woman, she is placed in the care of David's sister, Zeruiah (Zerry) and expected to cook, sew, and other things the women did. Saving David's life with an accurate throw of her dagger gains her respect, but it doesn't get her into the fighting where she feels her skills would be invaluable.

David, for his part, thought he had closed his heart to women after his first wife, Michal, daughter of King Saul, betrayed him. After Ahinoam saves his life from an assassin, he first sees her loyalty, then he sees the beauty that peeks through her facade. The more time he spends with her, the more he feels the Lord prompting him to take her as his wife. Can he convince a woman to take him as a husband in the middle of being pursued by King Saul's army? "Are you brave enough to marry a king? Are you brave enough to marry me?"

Ahinoam goes into the marriage knowing that David will likely marry more than just her, but she is as convinced as David is that God is calling her to marriage with the shepherd boy who is God's anointed. David sees her strength, her character, and her unwavering faith in Yahweh to keep them all safe in His care.

I am always amazed at the research Andrews does when writing her biblical fiction. She fleshes out the characters so that her readers feel invested in their lives. Ahinoam is only mentioned a few times in the Bible but Andrews gives her a story and puts "flesh on her bones." Once I started the book, I recognized many of the things that happened but saw them with new eyes. I also loved how she wove many of David's Psalms through the story, sung by David to calm both his own spirit and the hearts of his troops. For me, this gave these Psalms new life and a new perspective.

Readers who love fiction based in the Bible will love Brave. Actually, anyone who loves a good adventure with some romance thrown in will enjoy Brave. I look forward to book 2, The Story of Maakah. Mesu Andrews became a favorite of mine through her books Of Fire and Lions, and Isaiah's Legacy.

A compelling and intriguing look at David's life while on the run from Saul, and that of the first wife he took in Hebron.

A compelling and intriguing look at a time in David's life not often focused on in fiction, I liked how the author imagined that time on the run from Saul, and the possible reasoning behind him taking multiple wives, as well as the cultural landscape. Ahinoam is strong and stubborn, raised by a father abandoned by his wife she learned to wield the weapons of her father's trade. She is a young woman finding her path, she struggles with doubts and questions of worthiness in the face of her marriage to David and his taking on a another wife.

The author did a great job navigating the difficult subject of David's multiple marriages, and while it was a little odd in my contemporary frame of mind of a Christian marriage, it did happen and he did have multiple wives, and there were consequences later on.

I liked seeing David as a young man fighting for his throne, and becoming a revered leader among his men and his people. I also enjoyed his deep friendship with Jonathan.

Overall, and excellent read full of intensity, faith, suspense, as well as parts that challenged me. The author did an amazing job, pulling from the text to create a compelling portrayal of Ahinoam and David during that time. A compelling read from beginning to end!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

In the ancient biblical world of King Saul and young David, Mesu Andrews begins a new series with a surprising protagonist. Raised by a single father, Ahinoam refuses to be defined by traditional female norms. She is determined to follow in her father’s footsteps and becomes a top-notch metal worker and a crack shot with her daggers. When Ahinoam’s aging father, worried about her future, insists that she spends time with a trusted older woman, dagger-wielding Ahinoam isn’t having any of the old woman’s boring lessons on lentil-grinding, wool weaving, or husband capturing!

But the father and daughter’s metal-working skills are highly prized by Israel’s enemies, and an attack forces them to flee. They join renegade David and his band of misfits, then the real trouble begins.

I enjoyed how Andrews told this story in two points of view. I enjoyed reading from Ahinoam’s and David’s perspectives. Dual POVs allowed insights into what has been a troubling question for me, perhaps you as well: how could David marry multiple wives, which God said a king should not do, and still be a man after God’s own heart? As Ahinoam becomes drawn to the young king-to-be, she struggles with this question. She also fear for David’s safety as Saul’s pursuit becomes more intense.

Interestingly, Mesu Andrews drew upon several Bible passages indicating that David’s family did not wholly support him during his darkest hours. Themes of bravery vs. cowardice, betrayal and loyalty are emotional undercurrents to the story.

I loved this quote, when at one point, David begs his brother, “Please, Eliab, endure what’s hard to avoid what is truly dangerous.” Good life advice for anyone.

Those who enjoy intriguing historical fiction backed by scripture, history, and the landscape of the times will love BRAVE and other titles by Mesu Andrews.

I have read this book in both print and audio versions and highly recommend both. The audio version is done in multiple voices for a more immersive experience.

This is a wonderful fictionalization of the biblical story of David 's early days when he was hiding from Saul. It describes the beautiful love story of his second wife, Ahinoam. She was raised by her father, a blacksmith and maker of knives and weapons. She was an experienced crafter as well and an expert at knife throwing. She and her father were forced to leave Jezreel and joined David's army. The book describes the hardships and difficulty of keeping his people on the run from Saul's army. It illuminates the betrayal and hard feelings of his own family. The budding love between
Ahinoam and David and the fierce , protective spirit between them.
The author did an excellent job of building believable characters. I found myself going to the Bible and reading the passages that correspond to the story.
The book was an enjoyable read. The book was well researched. I found myself going to the Bible and reading the passages that correspond to the story.

" ...to live as a royal wife, you must be brave enough to forgive a thousand times......and must fight the most formidable enemy of all-the other women who will bear David's children."

Wow! I've always wondered what life within the royal harem of King David was like. And how a man after "God's own heart" would disobey the command of being a husband to one wife. Of course, culturally, it was widely acceptable.

This first book in Ms. Andrews' series Kind David's Brides addresses these from both a biblically true perspective, and penned through the lens of creative fiction. I love the fact that each chapter has a Bible verse header detailing the historically true details that are the foundation of each chapter. She is known for her three-edged approach to Biblical fiction. Keeping true to the Bible, historical research and creative fiction.

BRAVE tells the story of Ahinoam and Abigail. This is a story set against the atmospheric backdrop of David's years in the wilderness. Ms. Andrews explores the hardships endured by his family and soldiers who believed he was the true anointed king. It also explores the myriad relationships David held. That of son, brother, uncle and finally husband.

There is not much said about Ahinoam in the Bible, but the fictional character is a young woman, full of courage and integrity. Her ability to love David is only overshadowed by her love and loyalty to Yahweh.

The story covers several years, and we see both David and Ahinoam being challenged and shaped in the wilderness. "The barrenness strengthens and shapes us into what the Lord wants us to become." This theme is woven throughout the story. Timely in that it is applicable today as we all face moments of feeling lost and alone, facing our own wilderness.

David is challenged over and over by his own impatience and frustration, allowing anger to guide him. His journey of faith is mapped for us in the book of Psalms.

David's second wife arrives in the last part of the book. Understanding the cultural and practical reasons for taking another wife does not negate the heartbreak his first wife must feel. My heart broke for her, feeling anger towards David for inflicting emotional pain that would be hard to overcome. Another sign of Ms. Andrews prowess, I felt as if Ahinoam was an intimate friend for whom I wanted to stand up and defend.

Looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I am eager to see how Ms. Andrews explores the ability of a husband to make each wife feel loved.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher through Netgalley and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

BRAVE: THE STORY OF AHINOAM is the first novel in The King David’s Brides series by MESU ANDREWS. In it the author tells us Biblical truth with just enough fiction to enhance the story. I cannot recommend Brave strongly enough for the relatable characters, well researched Biblical facts and strong redemptive message.
Ahinoam and her father Toren, Kenites from Jezreel, had to escape their home when they were attacked by the Amelekites. Having learnt the art of sword and dagger making, and throwing from her father, Ahinoam is a force to be reckoned with…….
It is the time of Saul’s disobedience and David ben Jesse, having been anointed as king by Samuel the prophet, is fleeing for his life with his loyal followers when Toren and Ahinoam find him and join his company. Ahinoam uses her incredible knife throwing skill to save David’s life…….
Ahinoam is very strong and brave and follows Yahweh even when the things He asks her to do are hard. Especially when David takes Abigail as his second wife.
I particularly like the author’s use of scripture throughout the book and the way David sings his psalms to Yahweh.
I am not going to tell you any more for fear of spoiling things for you.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

I was quickly immersed in this story and it's characters! The author shared how she uses "the foundational truth of scripture, historical research, and creative fiction to build a story...."

I loved the view into David's personal life. For example, he has struggles with his parents, yet chooses to be respectful. Music is so peaceful and calming to him, and his lyre is his most prized possession. Mesu Andrews has incorporated the Psalms into the story, with David actually singing them! It was so beautiful!

Here I am focusing on David, when this story is about Ahinoam, his wife. Her background story is explained well, and I enjoyed seeing her grow and mature. There was definitely some heartbreak, but her strength shows through.

Brave is the first in a new series by Mesu Andrews about King David's wives. I look forward to reading these!

I have so many emotions swirling inside me right now because of this book.

First of all, this is spectacularly written. I literally had to FORCE myself to put it down. What? Feed the kids. Ugh. Fine. No! Pick green beans??? Groan. Ack! Can the beans??? SERIOUSLY??? I had to force myself every time. It is so beautifully written. And it absolutely brought the Passover and the sacrifice of the lamb to life for me.

Having said that, while I know that people lived differently back then, and I try not to put contemporary glasses on when I read any kind of historical fiction, I just can't accept the idea that it was God's will for David to have more than one wife. Deuteronomy says "[a king] shall not acquire many wives for himself..."

The feelings that Ahinoam evoked...my heart absolutely broke for her when David took Abigail to wife (I've already informed my husband that if he were to ever try that, he'd be sorry!). I wept with her when different events occurred (no spoilers!). My heart ached for her precarious position as someone who really didn't fit in anywhere.

If you want your beliefs to be tried, if you want your emotions to be stirred, if you want a book that you just can't put down, then you want Brave by Mesu Andrews.

~I was given a complimentary copy of this book. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.~

This was a very good book. It took a bit of time to read through, not a breezy or easy going read. It’s very well written. I loved the historical accuracy. It was nice to see things from David’s life through the eyes of one of his wives, as well as his own viewpoint.

Mesu Andrews has been one of my all-time favorite authors since I discovered her books more than a decade ago. Reading Brave, the first installment in her new series on King David’s wives, underscores the many reasons why that is the case!
This beautifully written Biblical fiction novel pulled me into the story from the start, and I had a hard time putting it down. Reading it was truly like stepping back into Bible times. Although Scripture itself tells very little about Ahinoam, the second wife of the man who would become King David, Andrews pairs what is known about the customs and culture of the day with her imagination to create a plausible story. In doing so, she has brought David, Ahinoam, and those around them to life once again in a way that is relatable to modern-day readers.
As in all her books, Andrews’ depth of research is readily evident throughout Brave, as is her knack for fleshing out her characters and depicting them as real, flawed people. I truly admired Ahinoam’s spunkiness and loyalty, as well as David’s incredible devotion to God and his desire to honor and serve Him.
I highly recommend Brave to anyone who enjoys reading historical fiction or stories about Bible times. I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher but was under no obligation to write a positive review. All opinions I have expressed are my own.

Mesu Andrews quickly became a favourite author with her ability to take me back to Biblical times and make the characters come alive (again) with the way she tells their stories.

This was the same for Brave – I learned about a character I just previously glanced over in my bible reading, got to know and love this character. I also learned about King David in a way I never thought about before – how it could possibly have been for him to be betrayed by his first wife, being on the run from King Saul, trying to stay alive, while still trusting and believing in God’s promises, while everyone around him wanted him to doubt and take matters in his own hands.

I loved this story and the rawness of falling in love with a future King, loving him and accepting that he will take other wives as well. Ahinoam was a fierce warrior and the perfect help to David in his time on the run.

The writing and story telling was brilliantly done and it was not easy putting this book down for other life tasks as the author took me along with Ahinoam, experiencing all her fears and desires.

I am looking forward to getting to know more of King David’s not well-known wives.

This is my first book by this author. I recently read a couple Biblical fictions during the early years of Saul’s reign, so I’m excited to start this one about David. I anticipated it being more on the fictional side since we have so little information on Ahinoam in Scripture, however, I was impressed at how much it went by the Bible passages and had a great deal of focus on those events. I love how Andrews includes Bible passages throughout the reading.

I’ve never considered Andrews’ perspective on Michal. I definitely want to return to my Bible to reread her passages with these ideas in mind.

I just finished rereading Psalms and it was great to see so many incorporated into this book. This was a great Biblical fiction novel. The sequence of events and places is so much more real to me now than when just reading them on a page one after the other.

This romance, if you know the story of how things progress, was great but also very painful. The knowledge of David’s history and wives puts a sobering air to things. I think Andrews came up with a very well done portrayal of things.

I’m very much looking forward to continuing this series.

I received an ARC of this book via Just Read Tours and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

I enjoyed this novel so very much! Biblical fiction is my very favorite genre.
I finished it in the wee hours of the morning because I couldn't put David's story down.
Wow!
I love Andrews' stories and this one was no exception. She's awesome at what she does.
Biblical fiction has always been my favorite and she's my go to along Jill Eileen Smith.
This is a story full of action. Lots of twists and turns that I didn't see coming.
I feel that this is the prefect story in getting to know his wives and David personally.
King Saul is just awful in this story. I hated how evil his temper and jealousy was at times. But it does show
that he's imperfect just like the rest of us.
This story offers the most important message in my opinion Love, loyalty, and courage no matter how hard life gets. Ahinoam is my favorite character for these reasons alone.
Ahinoam is one brave lady. To me, she's earned the title. I especially loved how she made up her own mind and stuck to it.
I loved to imagine being there and getting to meet these people in person . That's why I love to read these books.
5 stars from me for a well written and researched story. I highly recommend.