Heavenly Lights: Noah's Journey
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5 of 5 Stars It is always such a pleasure to read Biblical fiction and to reconsider what I had always thought I knew about the event. To see things I hadn't seen before or simply to stretch my imagination.
Heavenly Lights depicts events surrounding the battle of Jericho and the defeat at Ai mostly from the viewpoint of Noah, a daughter of Zelophehad. The complications involved with being a shepherdess in a male-dominated society were quite interesting to ponder. Duties considered normal for a shepherd would have been taboo for her or compromised her reputation.
And then there is Jeremiah, the deaf-mute shepherd who questions his worth because his family treats him as if he has none. I loved the way he and Noah developed a way of communicating with one another through a combination of lip-reading and sign language.
Care for the herds and the camels and other animals was described in several parts of the story. Situations like a difficult birth of a camel resulting in a potentially lame baby, predators, and a premature bull all added color and interest. And in some places, smells. Noah came up with some interesting solutions for problems with the animals.
I liked the idea that the repercussions of the walls falling caused more than just better access to the city for the army. I won't tell you what happened, though. While reading this, I was so surprised I hadn't considered before - it just simply made sense. I also really liked the way Rahab was portrayed, her faith and the way the Israelites might have dealt with her immediately after the battle.
If you enjoy Biblical fiction, Heavenly Lights would make a great addition to your library.

I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.

Phyllis H