Zipporah, Wife of Moses: A Novel Audiobook

" Interesting story about Cush wife of Moses, Zipporah. I like stories like this one because they give me a gleam into what life was like thousands of years ago, and how humanity dealt with pain, tradition, love and family. This particular story emphasizes the power of one woman, Zipporah. She was a critical force in Moses' life, encouraging him to travel to his people in Egypt, to begin the exodus of the Jewish slaves. Zipporah is a black gentile who uses what she knows about challenge and oppresion to connect with Moses, who is also made to feel like an outsider, not really fitting in with any one group of people. The two of them are followed through their journey of love, exclusion, pain and forgiveness. "

" The series on women in the bible is great. "

" This is the second book that I have read by Marek Halter. If you enjoy books that are set back in biblical times you will enjoy reading this book. "

" Interesting to see the story of Moses told from the viewpoint of his wife. There were a few parts, especially towards the end of the book, where it almost seemed the author forgot that he was telling this in the first person and seemed to accidentally switch to third person. But in general this was an interesting read. "

" Not as riveting as The Red Tent or The Gilded Chamber. It was fine to listen to on audio while driving to and from work, but I'm glad I didn't take any free time to devote to it. "

" At first I was hesitant to continue this series. The first book moved at a very slow pace and was not as engaging. The second book flows at a steady pace and Zipporah dynamic protagonist. I just wish the author allowed her to speak more at the end of the book. "

" I would like to know how much of this story is fictionalized and how much is based on actual events. Fascinating perspective on a well known story. "

" I read this after "Sarah" and felt it was not as good. It's still a very interesting book, and touches on the concept of race more than most biblical fiction ever can. "

" Ireally enjoyed the story of Moses wife, such a strong woman and her father Jethro is such a wise and warm man you just love to listen to him. "

" My favorite things about his books are the insight into the ancient world view, and the picture of the divine he paints through their understanding. but his endings need work. :) "

" Enjoyable read! It made me think about moses and his life more than I had before. I never even really realized that he had a wife or sons. "

" An interesting read - makes you want to read the appropriate section of the Old Testament to see how the story matches. A book about a very strong woman; but every once in a while it just doesn't ring true. "

" A fun read - great subject matter. Not quite up to 'The Red Tent' in my opinion, but certainly well written and helps pass the time easily on the treadmill. A bit torn on the liberties taken with the fates of the sons. "

" I really enjoyed all three of these books... "

" Very Good Read. It is a story about Moses and how he meet his wife Zipporah.She was a source of strength for him. The journey to free his people was one that was wrought with betrayal, love, and redemption. Must read "

" I just read this on vacation. It's similar to the Red Tent only it's main character is Zipporah, the wife of Moses. "

" I like this series. I appreciate how the author creates long sagas from such short Biblical passages. First person through Zipporah's eyes, this is an interesting and unique perspective on her husband Moses and the time period. Lots of history included. "

" The descriptions of what life was like in the biblical times of Moses were fascinating. The humanity that the author gives to the characters of Zipporah and Moses is engaging. I wanted to keep listening for what would happen next. "

" I love tho whole series. GREAT stories, for those excluded from the bible ( real women . Great writer "

" Very easy read - which is all I can keep up with these days. Gives an interesting perspective to what it might have been like to have been in love with Moses. Loved her spirit and faith. Worth reading if you like historical fiction. "

" really good - love this writer! "

" Zipporah, the Cushite - a dark-skinned people of African decent, the wife of Moses. Beautiful & tragic story of a brave, intellegent heroine that was discriminated and historically overlooked. "

" This is the second un a triology of the women of the Bible. I got it in early summer and just haven't gotten to it yet. Just like Sarah, Zipporah had faith in a husband who had a faith in G-d. "

" broke my heart. still good book. "

" This was a good book. I have now read the triology and enjoyed this one the most. One thing that really struck me was the racism. In over 2000 years we as a people are not any more tolerant. How sad. "

" I listened to most chapters on book radio while commuting to and from work. Interesting take on a familiar story. I liked the feminine point of view. "

" If I had to describe it in one word, it would be: Amazing! I was fully able to understand the power and responsibility that the lord entrusted upon moses to free the slaves out of Egypt. Also the magnitude of a calling that women have in the world as leaders in there own ways. "

" pretty interesting just remember when you read it the author took alot of liberties "

" Great book--very readable, entertaining and informative! "

" I would like to know how much of this story is fictionalized and how much is based on actual events. Fascinating perspective on a well known story. "

" Book two of the Canaan Trilogy. A fascinating novel of the influence a black woman had in the destiny of the Jewish people. "

" Good story...loved the characters. "

" To a bad read the ending was very abrupt, after all those pages it could have been more than a paragraph. Oh yeah shes dead. "

" I thought it was very well writen. I enjoyed reading it. "

" An interesting read - makes you want to read the appropriate section of the Old Testament to see how the story matches. A book about a very strong woman; but every once in a while it just doesn't ring true. "

" Zipporah, the Cushite - a dark-skinned people of African decent, the wife of Moses. Beautiful & tragic story of a brave, intellegent heroine that was discriminated and historically overlooked. "

" I loved this book; one of his best. "