Michal Lemberger

I'm not usually a short story fan since I like my stories with a little more heft. But this collection did a nice job depicting the stories of Biblical women, all too often marginalized and forgotten (as the author points out, aside from Ruth, women are never the focus of a New Testament story, and often are depicted as bitter rivals in a polygynous marriage). The emphasis is off of faith and more onto the historical and social realities of the times, which makes for interesting reading, and all the women are distinct voices. Worth a read.… (mehr)

After Abel and other stories by Michal Lemerger was a book that I thought I would like based on advance praise I read. I'm sorry to say that after several attempts to read this I was unable to finish it.

When I read a book based on biblical stories I don't expect to see some of the language that was used in at least one story. As I could not bring myself to read the entire book, I can't say if it is only one story or more.

The story of Lot's Wife doesn't mention God, and was totally different from what the Bible teaches.

I only rate this book one star, because I have to rate it. It is not one that I would recommend to anyone.

I received a free copy from Library Thing in exchange for my honest review, rather it be good or bad. Thank you.… (mehr)