--- product_id: 277268010 title: "The Book of Longings" price: "100.21 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/277268010-the-book-of-longings store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Meticulously researched historical fiction Bold narrative from a bestselling author Set in 1st century Galilee The Book of Longings **Price:** 100.21 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the untold story that everyone’s whispering about! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Book of Longings - **How much does it cost?** 100.21 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/277268010-the-book-of-longings) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Masterful Storytelling:** From the acclaimed author of bestselling literary hits, a narrative that captivates and inspires. - • **A Voice for the Silenced:** Experience the untold story of Ana, a rebellious woman rewriting history. - • **Timely & Timeless Themes:** Explore passion, power, and purpose through a fresh, feminist lens in a patriarchal era. - • **A Riveting Historical Journey:** Dive into a richly detailed 1st-century world blending fact and fearless fiction. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Unputdownable:** Praised for wisdom, precision, and emotional depth—join the readers who can’t stop talking. ## Overview The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd is a meticulously researched historical novel set in 1st-century Galilee, telling the bold and inspiring story of Ana, a rebellious woman who challenges societal norms and finds her voice alongside a young Jesus. Celebrated for its rich narrative and feminist perspective, this New York Times bestseller blends history and imagination to deliver a timeless tale of passion, power, and purpose. ## Description "An extraordinary novel . . . a triumph of insight and storytelling." --Associated Press " A true masterpiece. " --Glennon Doyle, author of Untamed An extraordinary story set in the first century about a woman who finds her voice and her destiny, from the celebrated number one New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Life of Bees and The Invention of Wings In her mesmerizing fourth work of fiction, Sue Monk Kidd takes an audacious approach to history and brings her acclaimed narrative gifts to imagine the story of a young woman named Ana. Raised in a wealthy family with ties to the ruler of Galilee, she is rebellious and ambitious, with a brilliant mind and a daring spirit. She engages in furtive scholarly pursuits and writes narratives about neglected and silenced women. Ana is expected to marry an older widower, a prospect that horrifies her. An encounter with eighteen-year-old Jesus changes everything. Their marriage evolves with love and conflict, humor and pathos in Nazareth, where Ana makes a home with Jesus, his brothers, and their mother, Mary. Ana's pent-up longings intensify amid the turbulent resistance to Rome's occupation of Israel, partially led by her brother, Judas. She is sustained by her fearless aunt Yaltha, who harbors a compelling secret. When Ana commits a brazen act that puts her in peril, she flees to Alexandria, where startling revelations and greater dangers unfold, and she finds refuge in unexpected surroundings. Ana determines her fate during a stunning convergence of events considered among the most impactful in human history. Grounded in meticulous research and written with a reverential approach to Jesus's life that focuses on his humanity, The Book of Longings is an inspiring, unforgettable account of one woman's bold struggle to realize the passion and potential inside her, while living in a time, place and culture devised to silence her. It is a triumph of storytelling both timely and timeless, from a masterful writer at the height of her powers. Review: No pude dejar de leerlo -- I can't put it down. - Es una maravilla. Está lleno de sabiduría. Hermosas descripciones. Precisión histórica. Maravillosamente imaginado. No pude dejar de leerlo. Review: So interesting and different perspective - You don't have to be religious to read and enjoy this book. When I got to the end and read the author's note, I learned the book was actually made to show a life where "Jesus Christ" had a wife - a female figure that would have normally been silenced at that time. So really interesting to learn more about women at the time, traditions, relationships and a nice twist between what is "known" from Jesus' story and a made up (potential and probable) story that blends so well. ## Features - Item Trademark: PENGUIN BOOKS - manufacturer: Penguin Books - Item Weight: pounds, pounds, 0.65, 0.65 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #12,738 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #11 in Ancient History Fiction (Books) #52 in Religious Historical Fiction (Books) #662 in Literary Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 25,818 Reviews | ## Images ![The Book of Longings - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A14COygwNzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No pude dejar de leerlo -- I can't put it down. *by E***N on 11 November 2024* Es una maravilla. Está lleno de sabiduría. Hermosas descripciones. Precisión histórica. Maravillosamente imaginado. No pude dejar de leerlo. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So interesting and different perspective *by A***A on 26 September 2024* You don't have to be religious to read and enjoy this book. When I got to the end and read the author's note, I learned the book was actually made to show a life where "Jesus Christ" had a wife - a female figure that would have normally been silenced at that time. So really interesting to learn more about women at the time, traditions, relationships and a nice twist between what is "known" from Jesus' story and a made up (potential and probable) story that blends so well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Una lettura che fa riflettere. *by D***E on 7 March 2025* Ho letto questo libro in inglese. Adoro questa autrice, ha un modo di descrizione bellissima e si percepisce tutta la ricerca messa nel racconto. 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