About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is beginning to question the traditions they were raised with or struggling to reconcile their personal desires with family expectations. It is a sophisticated historical novel that reimagines the Biblical Exodus through the eyes of two young people: Jesse, a Hebrew slave, and Jennat, a girl of mixed Egyptian and Syrian heritage. While the backdrop is a well known religious epic, the heart of the story is an intimate exploration of identity, first love, and the terrifying weight of newfound freedom. It provides a meaningful bridge for families to discuss how faith is formed and how we define ourselves during times of massive cultural shift. Parents will appreciate the nuanced handling of complex social hierarchies and the realistic, often difficult, choices the characters must make as they transition from slavery to self-governance. It is best suited for ages 12 and up due to its mature emotional themes and depictions of historical hardships.
