This is another tome by that talented storyteller Geraldine
Brooks. In this tale of the biblical
David, Ms. Brooks fleshes out the biblical character who slew the giant and
became the king of the nascent state of Israel.
He was the first king to truly unite the fractious tribes of
Israel. Taking the reins from the
weakened and elderly Saul who may well have been suffering from some form of
Dementia, David unites the various tribes under his kingship. The red headed king takes many wives
including the beautiful Bathsheba with whom he conceives Solomon. The tragedy of Uriah, Bathsheba’s husband,
curses him for much of his life.
Unbeknownst to me before reading this book, homosexual aspects of David’s character are
bared for all to see. Nathan, his
lifelong advisor is a major character in the book. Fans of Brooks other works
will find much to like in this one. Who
knew that in addition to his leadership abilities, David was a talented
musician with a dedication to his harp.
Be forewarned that David’s story includes much violence and heartbreak.
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