The Book of Longings
A Novel
by Sue Monk Kidd
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Recommended by 1 source and appears in Historical Fiction and Fiction.
_x0093_I am Ana. I was the wife of Jesus._x0094_ Raised in a wealthy family in Sepphoris with ties to the ruler of Galilee, Ana is rebellious and ambitious, a relentless seeker with a brilliant, curious mind and a daring spirit. She yearns for a pursuit worthy of her life, but finds no outlet for her considerable talents. Defying the expectations placed on wom...
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Recommended by 1 source and appears in Historical Fiction and Fiction.
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Bethanne Patrick
“A tough book to follow. Another one that satisfies me in a similar way is THE BOOK OF LONGINGS by Sue Monk Kidd.”
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