each ends up there for her own reason and has her own story to tell. this book is a fictional story of who the survivors might be.Įach section is written from the perspective of one of 4 women who work together as dove keepers in the dovecotes of Masada. 2 women and 5 children survive to tell the tale. the true story goes that when the people of Masada could no longer hold down the fort they chose to commit mass suicide rather than bow down to Rome. The story takes place in ancient Israel in the fortress of Masada– a stronghold where 900 Jews stood their ground against the forces of the Roman Empire. so heartbreaking at times– makes you thankful for being born in this century!! WOW! a 5 star rating for me!! this book was FANTASTIC! it reminded me of Anita Diamant’s The Red Tent– a bit of history that outlines the powerful bond between women as they struggle in a man’s world to protect the ones that they love.
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