{"product_id":"naomi-and-her-daughters-9780310176794","title":"Naomi and Her Daughters","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom master storyteller Walter Wangerin, Jr. comes this familiar biblical saga told in a fresh, transfixing way. Melding historical accuracy with imaginative detail, Wangerin uses the biblical books of Judges and Ruth to explore themes of love, faith, grief and community set against a backdrop of war and political instability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe widow Naomi grieves the deaths of her two adult sons after the shocking murder of a beloved adopted daughter, while pondering her responsibilities toward her Moabite daughters-in-law. Ancient Israel is in chaos. When her daughter-in-law, Ruth, begs to return to Israel with Naomi, events are set in motion that will change the course of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Anita Diamant's \u003cem\u003eThe Red Tent\u003c\/em\u003e and Elissa Elliott's E\u003cem\u003eve: A Novel of the First Woman\u003c\/em\u003e, Wangerin imbues his tale with strong female characters and an earthy realism that gives the timeless Old Testament narrative so much power. You'll find echoes of contemporary issues throughout: deceit, heartbreak, loss, war, and, of course, the power of love. Naomi's combined strength and tenderness becomes the pivot upon which a nation turns; her decisions ultimately lead to the founding of the family lineage of Jesus Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreathtaking descriptions, shocking violence, and inspirational courage make this spellbinding novel by a beloved award-winning author a story you won't soon forget. It's the perfect novel for your book group, and a satisfying read for those who love thoughtful biblical fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Zondervan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50913825554706,"sku":"9780310176794","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9aed190e-7ea7-431e-ab5c-234781373f8d.jpg?v=1738798497","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/naomi-and-her-daughters-9780310176794","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}