About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the weight of family expectations or feels caught in a web of social pressures they didn't create. While many know the biblical story of Salome as a cautionary tale of a temptress, Beatrice Gormley reimagines her as a complex, vulnerable girl navigating a world of political intrigue and religious upheaval. This historical novel explores themes of agency, moral choice, and the search for one's own identity when surrounded by powerful adults with conflicting agendas. Appropriate for ages 12 and up, this story humanizes a historical villain, making it an excellent choice for parents who want to discuss how history is written and how young people can find their voice even in impossible situations. It is a thoughtful exploration of a girl trying to remain innocent in a corrupt court, ultimately facing the devastating consequences of loyalty and manipulation.
