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A review by elentikvah
Game of Queens: A Novel of Vashti and Esther by India Edghill
4.0
Having grown up in a Christian home, the story of Esther was one that was first read to me, then I read and re-read over the years. There have been many novels written about her story - some good, some less good - one of my favorites being Gini Andrews' Esther: The Star and the Sceptre. So, I picked this one up with curiosity but not a lot of expectation.
Initially, I found the scene setting with Daniel Dream-Master to be a bit unsettling, but as the story developed I truly appreciated the attempt to craft a synoptic account in this way.
The character development of Hegai, Vashti, Ahasuerus, and Esther were delightful - inventive and refreshing.
My only critique is that everything from the time of Esther's decision to go to the King unsummoned to the 14th of Adar seemed a bit rushed ... but then, we all know how that part of the story goes.
Overall, it was a delightful surprise - who knows I may re-read it again one day!
Rating: 4/5 "really liked it"
Initially, I found the scene setting with Daniel Dream-Master to be a bit unsettling, but as the story developed I truly appreciated the attempt to craft a synoptic account in this way.
The character development of Hegai, Vashti, Ahasuerus, and Esther were delightful - inventive and refreshing.
My only critique is that everything from the time of Esther's decision to go to the King unsummoned to the 14th of Adar seemed a bit rushed ... but then, we all know how that part of the story goes.
Overall, it was a delightful surprise - who knows I may re-read it again one day!
Rating: 4/5 "really liked it"