![]() ![]() ![]() I recommend Pearl in the Sand for readers who are looking for enjoyable, thought-provoking historical fiction.ĭisclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in order to write an honest, unbiased review. Afshar captures the details of the Biblical story, but also invites readers to consider the emotional impacts of the story of Rahab, for Rahab and others around her. Character development and dialogue between characters and within each character is excellent. ![]() However, readers will recognize several Old Testament stories woven into Pearl in the Sand. Afshar acknowledges that she utilizes literary license to expound the story from the account in the Bible. While some elements of the storyline, such as some of the battlefield scenes, are quite gruesome, most of the book is appropriate for a variety of readers. Her writing draws the reader into the story with easy-to-read yet vivid detail. Pearl in the Sand by Tessa Afshar is an excellent work of fiction, based upon the Biblical story of Rahab. ![]()
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