Historical
The Red Tent
Retells a short episode of Genesis through the eyes of Dinah, Jacob's daughter. Her story is set among the women of the family, who share their rituals, births and secrets in the red tent.
- First published
- 1997
- Pace
- medium
- Length
- medium
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you like biblical retellings that centre women's lives, rituals and friendships.
Skip this if you want a literal retelling; this novel reimagines and softens key events.
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