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The Dovekeepers: A Novel

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Book Synopsis: The Dovekeepers is Alice Hoffman's most ambitious and mesmerizing novel: “striking….Hoffman grounds her expansive, intricately woven, and deepest new novel in biblical history, with a devotion and seriousness of purpose” (Entertainment Weekly). Nearly two thousand years ago, nine hundred Jews held out for months against armies of Romans on Masada, a mountain in the Judean desert. According to the ancient historian Josephus, two women and five children survived. Based on this tragic and iconic event, Hoffman’s novel is a spellbinding tale of four extraordinarily bold, resourceful, and sensuous women, each of whom has come to Masada by a different path. Yael’s mother died in childbirth, and her father, an expert assassin, never forgave her for that death. Revka, a village baker’s wife, watched the murder of her daughter by Roman soldiers; she brings to Masada her young grandsons, rendered mute by what they have witnessed. Aziza is a warrior’s daughter, raised as a boy, a fearless rider and expert marksman who finds passion with a fellow soldier. Shirah, born in Alexandria, is wise in the ways of ancient magic and medicine, a woman with uncanny insight and power. The lives of these four complex and fiercely independent women intersect in the desperate days of the siege. All are dovekeepers, and all are also keeping secrets—about who they are, where they come from, who fathered them, and whom they love.

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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of ancient history with "The Dovekeepers: A Novel" by Alice Hoffman. This epic tale takes you back nearly two thousand years to the courageous battle of nine hundred Jews against the mighty Roman armies on Masada, a mountain in the Judean desert.

Award-winning author Alice Hoffman weaves a mesmerizing narrative, drawing from biblical history to create a story of immense depth and significance. With a devotion and seriousness of purpose, Hoffman brings to life four remarkable women who have found their way to Masada, each with their own extraordinary journey.

Yael, Revka, Aziza, and Shirah are strong, resourceful, and sensual women who form the heart of this spellbinding tale. Yael, burdened by the death of her mother, seeks redemption in the face of her expert assassin father's harsh judgment. Revka, a grieving mother, carries the weight of witnessing the murder of her daughter by Roman soldiers.

Aziza, raised disguised as a boy, proves her courage and prowess as a warrior's daughter, finding love and passion along the way. Lastly, Shirah, wise in the ancient arts of magic and medicine, possesses an uncanny insight that will have you captivated page after page.

As the siege on Masada intensifies, these four women with intertwined fates navigate a treacherous landscape of secrets. Discover their hidden identities, the origins of their love, the shadows of their pasts, and the power they possess. "The Dovekeepers" is a riveting tale of strength, sacrifice, and the undying spirit of hope in the face of adversity.

Experience the magic of "The Dovekeepers: A Novel" and get lost in the fascinating world of ancient history. Uncover the secrets of Masada alongside these fierce and independent dovekeepers, and discover the untold stories that history books have left behind. Don't miss out on this extraordinary novel that will leave you breathless.

Get your copy of "The Dovekeepers: A Novel" now and embark on a journey of a lifetime. Dive into the world of ancient Jerusalem and witness the courage, love, and resilience of these remarkable women. Don't wait, this is a must-read for any history enthusiast or lover of compelling storytelling.

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