The Dovekeepers: A Novel by Alice Hoffman is an epic tale of four women who are brought together in one of the most historic events in history. Set in the first century of the Common Era, The Dovekeepers tells the story of four remarkable women and their journeys of courage, faith, and resilience. The women, Yael, Revka, Aziza, and Shirah, are inhabitants of a mountain fortress known as Masada, located in the Judean desert. In the wake of the Roman Empire’s world-altering war against Judea, brave defenders of this fortress keep the last light of Jewish freedom burning.As Masada is besieged by the Romans, the four women must navigate their own circumstances, joining forces on a remarkable journey of faith and courage. They experience love, loss, and hardship as they are determined to maintain their faithful vows to protect their people, their home, and their faith. Hoffman’s moving tale, which unfolds through a series of historical events, brings to life the story of these unprecedented brave women.Set in the midst of a scarred and shattered land, The Dovekeepers examines the strength and courage necessary to cling to faith and valor under extraordinary circumstances. Hoffman’s extraordinary literary style, brilliant historical research, and sensitive examination of the courage of four unique women make The Dovekeepers a classic of historical fiction. Hoffman’s choice of first-person narration allows the reader to gain a powerful insight into the lifetimes of these individuals, while her elegant and evocative writing style breathes life into this ancient landscape.
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