Isaiah's Legacy: A Novel of Prophets and Kings
Feb 2020 · WaterBrook
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The drama of the Old Testament comes to life as Judah's most notorious king ascends to the throne in this gripping novel from the award-winning author of Isaiah's Daughter.
At eight years old, Shulle has known only life in a small village with her loving but peculiar father. When Uncle Shebna offers shelter in Jerusalem in exchange for Shulle's help tutoring King Manasseh, Judah's five-year-old co-regent who displays the same peculiarities as her father, she's eager to experience the royal court. But Shulle soon realizes the limits of her father's strict adherence to Yahweh's Law when Uncle Shebna teaches her of the starry hosts and their power.
Convinced Judah must be freed from Yahweh's chains, she begins the subtle swaying of young Manasseh, using her charm and skills on the boy no one else understands. When King Hezekiah dies, twelve-year-old Manasseh is thrust onto Judah's throne, bitter at Yahweh and eager to marry the girl he adores. Assyria's crown prince favors Manasseh and twists his brilliant mind toward cruelty, beginning Shulle's long and harrowing journey to discover the Yahweh she'd never known, guided with loving wisdom by Manasseh's mother: Isaiah's daughter, the heartbroken Hephzibah. Amid Judah's dark days, a desperate remnant emerges, claiming the Lord's promise, "Though we're helpless now, we're never hopeless--because we serve El Shaddai." Shulle is among them, a girl who becomes a queen through Isaiah's legacy.
At eight years old, Shulle has known only life in a small village with her loving but peculiar father. When Uncle Shebna offers shelter in Jerusalem in exchange for Shulle's help tutoring King Manasseh, Judah's five-year-old co-regent who displays the same peculiarities as her father, she's eager to experience the royal court. But Shulle soon realizes the limits of her father's strict adherence to Yahweh's Law when Uncle Shebna teaches her of the starry hosts and their power.
Convinced Judah must be freed from Yahweh's chains, she begins the subtle swaying of young Manasseh, using her charm and skills on the boy no one else understands. When King Hezekiah dies, twelve-year-old Manasseh is thrust onto Judah's throne, bitter at Yahweh and eager to marry the girl he adores. Assyria's crown prince favors Manasseh and twists his brilliant mind toward cruelty, beginning Shulle's long and harrowing journey to discover the Yahweh she'd never known, guided with loving wisdom by Manasseh's mother: Isaiah's daughter, the heartbroken Hephzibah. Amid Judah's dark days, a desperate remnant emerges, claiming the Lord's promise, "Though we're helpless now, we're never hopeless--because we serve El Shaddai." Shulle is among them, a girl who becomes a queen through Isaiah's legacy.
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Natalie D
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February 21, 2020
I think this is her best book yet. The book made me really examine my beliefs about God and I found myself praying for different family members and myself while reading. I enjoy biblical fiction that inspires the reader to dig deeper with the Lord and this book did that. The book was surprisingly light (mood) considering the spiritual darkness of the time period. Having the book follow the point of view of Shule and Ness was a great move.
Betti Mace
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February 5, 2020
‘The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.’ - Isaiah 9:2 This story picks up after Isaiah’s Daughter, introducing us to many new characters. Manasseh, 12 year old son of King Hezekiah and Queen Zibah, is crowned king after his father dies. Hezekiah was one of the most righteous kings in Judah’s history. Having struggled to reach Manasseh and teach him all he needed to know to lead the people, the parents had resorted to tutors and advisors they thought would carry out their wishes. However this was not the result. Manasseh was very smart with an incredible knowledge of the Torah. He was insecure, always looking for acceptance, misunderstanding social cues, and manipulated by those who appeared to care about him. Thus he was easily enticed away from believing in the one true God and led into the world of the dark arts. The author has developed wonderful characters, some of which I certainly would love to get to know myself. The forces of good and evil, dark and light are very evident in this Bible story - I love how much clearer these historical happenings become when written into a story. The theme of light in the darkness threads its way throughout the whole book. Zibah and Adnah are just two of those who bring light to Shulle as she learns that there is someone who would give themselves up for her. She learns that earthly suffering and death don’t disprove God’s love. You’ll have to read the book to see if Manasseh finally believes that there is only one true God. I received an ARC through WaterBrook, Penguin Random House and NetGalley. The impressions, comments and rating were in no way solicited.
Dan Man
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April 7, 2020
excellent read.
About the author
Mesu Andrews is the author of Isaiah's Daughter, the winner of a Christy Award in the Historical Fiction category, which is the highest honor in Christian fiction. She is the author of numerous other novels including The Pharaoh's Daughter, Miriam, and Love Amid the Ashes. Her deep understanding of and love for God's Word brings the biblical world alive for readers. Mesu lives in North Carolina with her husband, Roy, and enjoys spending time with her growing tribe of grandchildren.
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