This was a totally enjoyable read. I love that the historic time period, the 13th century BCE isn't one that is used often in literary fiction. This is a perfect story for the time we are living in as Anat, our FMC deals with the patriarchal traditions of the time and fights to live a life on her terms. Letting the practicalities of the time to aid her in her journey. This story fights against the historical and even mythological beliefs women can't survive in a male dominated world without careful guidance from said male population. The writing is so beautiful, and the author has crafted characters that jump off the page for the reader making the story that much more absorbing and real. Add the Juxtaposition of Anat's friend David and his idealistic and almost romantic approach to life. Fate has a very distinct journey for both in ways that will be beyond transformative to both characters.