The Book of Longings

The Book of Longings is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Ana, a young woman from a wealthy family in Sepphoris, Galilee.

Ana is rebellious, ambitious, and intellectually curious, engaging in secret scholarly pursuits and writing about neglected and silenced women.

Her life changes when she meets the eighteen-year-old Jesus, and they marry despite societal expectations.

The novel follows their marriage, filled with love, conflict, humor, and pathos, set against the backdrop of the Roman occupation of Israel.

Ana's journey is marked by her struggles to express herself and realize her potential in a patriarchal society, supported by strong women like her aunt Yaltha and friend Tabitha.

The book is grounded in meticulous historical research and offers a reverential yet humanizing portrayal of Jesus' life.