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Lori Banov Kaufmann.
391 pages.
Includes discussion guide.
Summary: Esther is an aristocratic young woman who dreams of so much more than the marriage her parents have arranged for her to a prosperous silversmith. She is torn between duty and desire. Meanwhile, the growing turmoil in Jerusalem threatens to tear apart not only her beloved city but also her family. As alleyways turn into bloody battlegrounds, Esther remains fiercely devoted to her family and braves famine, siege, and slavery to protect those she loves. This thrilling and impassioned saga, based on real people and backed by meticulous research, seamlessly blends the fascinating story of the Jews with a timeless protagonist determined to take charge of her own life against all odds. (Publisher)