In a world of dazzling showmanship, one boy is chosen to replace the reigning king.

In the roaring 1920s, the circus world glittered like a coupe of gilt-edged champagne. Saul King, master of the famed Cirque du Saulay, is visited by Samuel the Prophet, who delivers a divine message: the Lord of Circus has chosen a new successor — young David — whom Samuel later anoints.

David soon dazzles the world by halting the rampage of the mighty elephant Goliath, earning instant fame.

But Saul’s admiration quickly curdles into murderous jealousy. Fueled by paranoia, he relentlessly hunts David, who narrowly escapes time and again with the help of his loyal friend Jonathan — Saul’s own son.

After Saul’s death, David ascends as leader of the newly christened Circus of David.

Yet his reign is anything but smooth. From the scandalous affair with Bathsheba to the heartbreaking rebellion of his son Absalom, David’s journey is marked by triumph, tragedy, and enduring resilience.

David — a bold reimagining by award-winning scientist and author Moshe Sipper — is perfect for readers who relish adventure, moral depth, and ancient stories with modern-day resonance.

The past is never truly past — it just wears a new face.

David is part of the Modern Biblical Tales series.