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feliciaguestwrites's review
4.0
I wasn't totally sure what to expect from this novel, given its content. But I can happily say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. While a few creative liberties were taken here and there, I think that Sue Monk Kidd did an incredible job of filling in the blanks, crafting a story that we as readers could relate to and a heroine that could be admired. Ana was ambitious, resilient, and courageous, not to mention witty and scholarly, in a time where a woman possessing any of those traits was condemned. As a historian, it was especially interesting to see the influence of feminist theology in her writing. Overall, this was a thought-provoking story with an interesting perspective!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Body horror, Blood, Miscarriage, and Violence
Moderate: Slavery and Sexism
musicalpopcorn's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
This is the story of Ana, wife of Jesus, but also author, friend, and prophet in her own right.
I quite enjoyed this story and how it wove through the biblical life of Jesus. Despite the subject matter, it never felt preachy and kind of made Jesus more accessible as a man who lived a full life before his crucifixion.
I enjoyed the characters and felt attached to the story, even though the ending was clear from the beginning (as I suppose it would be given the subject).
I quite enjoyed this story and how it wove through the biblical life of Jesus. Despite the subject matter, it never felt preachy and kind of made Jesus more accessible as a man who lived a full life before his crucifixion.
I enjoyed the characters and felt attached to the story, even though the ending was clear from the beginning (as I suppose it would be given the subject).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror and Blood
Moderate: Miscarriage
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