Wife to a gambler who took one too many risks, Rahab finds herself sold as a slave to cover her husband’s debt. Forced into prostitution by Dabir, counselor to the Syrian king, Rahab despairs of ever regaining her freedom and her self-respect. But when Israelite spies enter Jericho and come to lodge at her house, Rahab sees a glimmer of hope and the opportunity of a lifetime. In one risky moment, … moment, she takes a leap of faith, puts her trust in a God she does not know, and vows to protect the spies from the authorities. When the armies of Israel arrive weeks later, Rahab hopes they will keep their promise, but she has no idea what kind of challenges await her outside Jericho’s walls–or if she will ever know the meaning of love.
Under Jill Eileen Smith’s talented hand, the familiar story of Rahab bursts forth in high definition. Readers will find themselves fully immersed in a world of dark and dusty streets, clandestine meetings, and daring escapes as a mysterious biblical figure claims her full humanity–and a permanent place in readers’ hearts.
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As a bible reader and avid reader, I wonder about actual people. Even though we don’t know what happened, writer has given a realistic option
It was interesting to view the author’s take on Rahab’s story as the Bible usually doesn’t say much about women.
Gave me a new way of looking at the story of Rahab. Absolutely loved her take on the story and the way she gave new life to it. I will definitely look at that story differently from now on.
I never would have thought to write a book based on Rahab and this one made her come alive! The Biblical aspect was fun to explore and I really enjoyed the author’s perspective!
I read this while our Sunday school class was studying the passage. The book helped foster a deeper understanding of the culture and sacrifices that may have been made.
This story really made me think about what the real life of Rahab might have like. I love the way the author wove one of Jesus’ parables into the story. Maybe it wasn’t a parable after all.
It was interesting to read this interpretation of a biblical story. It brought a new perspective to the feelings of the people involved.
A very interesting outlook on some of the people in the Old Testament. It makes the story more real and is enjoyable to read. It’s a good read and even creates questions in ones own heart about our God and His relationship withHis people
Very good story line as to how Rahab could have become a prostitute. Realistic portrayal of the way women were property without any legal rights, and were under the control of fathers, husbands, and other male family figures. The author did an excellent job keeping the fall of Jericho and other Old Testament events biblically correct. Rahab’s …
I could not put the book down.!
It helped to fictionally flesh out a Bible character.
After reading this book, I went back to my Bible and found a little more information about Rehab than I already knew. This book showed me the customs of the era and although not certain how she became a prostitute, the circumstances in the book were very plausible. I highly recommend this book!
love biblical fiction
Great Book!!
It waa tad to too depressing for where I am presently.
I read the book a few years ago, however her situation was again too dismal for a reread.
Very inspirational!!!
I really enjoyed reading this book, I just felt like I was right there . Very informative about life in that era. So very inspirational. My first by this author but I think that i’l be reading more from her. I loved this book!
A thoughtful insight into the times of Jericho the history of their traditions and what that world That Rahab lived in.
This is one of those books I just couldn’t stop reading. I have hurried to get my chores finished so I could sit down to read. I was very aware of the story in the Bible but never expected this to be as riveting a story as it was. I love her depiction of the characters. My first read by this author but will not be my last.
Great look into what might have happened in the life of Rahab. Insight into life in ancient times.