![]() ![]() He is searching for something and his “calling” is only slowly recognized. His unique perspective on society, uncertain parentage, and continual religious questioning make him an outlier in the community. While Ana’s decidedly feminist story is primary in the book, and tells much about the difficulties of being an intelligent woman at a time when women were the property of the men who controlled them - the story of Jesus is just as compelling. And as circumstances unfold, and their OWN marriage becomes possible, Ana finds her life of privilege transformed into one of household chores in the crowded home of her husband’s family, while her husband is frequently away searching for work. Then, a chance encounter in a marketplace with 18-year-old Jesus changes Ana. But at 14, her parents begin arranging a marriage to a much older widower who will ensure financial comfort for Ana and advance their own personal goals. Wealthy, brilliant, daring, and independent - with a gift for and love of writing– Ana receives a much richer education than was typical of girls in this era. ![]() ![]() Sue Monk Kidd’s fourth novel offers an enthralling and believable back story to Ana, the much loved wife of Jesus. ![]()
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