Review of The Legacy of Job's Wife

[Celina Kilpatrick]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Legacy of Job's Wife" by Cynthia Koelker.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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It has been quite a while since I last had the pleasure of reading such eloquent writing. Cynthia J. Koelker’s skillful writing and ability to use words so beautifully is a special gift. Each sentence in “The Legacy of Job’s Wife” seemed to have been carefully crafted. The fictional storyline weaves beautifully through the Book of Job in the Bible, making it come to life in new ways.

Through Job's wife's perspective, we are taken on a journey from their beginnings to their final moments. We witness their introduction and the time they spent together during their youth. As life has a tends to do, they are each pulled down different paths, but their deep love for each other holds strong as they navigate their individual lives and eventually find their way back to one another. The effort to maintain the original story as accurately as possible was evident, and I was greatly appreciative of it. The book felt authentic to the period, with the characters' thoughts, views, and dialogue all fitting into each setting and circumstance. Cynthia J. Koelker’s attention to the tiniest details made the story feel real and believable. The most notable instance is when one of the characters sustained a significant injury and there was no medical assistance during that time. In order to save a life, they had to rely on what they had either seen or heard about. It's a frightening thought in modern times, but it was just part of life in that era. This incident was captured beautifully by the author, maintaining authenticity while invoking the thoughts and emotions they must have experienced when faced with these types of situations.

The story of Job was illuminated in a new light for me by the author. This book made me think about things I hadn't previously thought of, gave me clarity and insight in other areas, and gave me a fresh perspective to reread the Book of Job. I learned many new things and was especially intrigued by the idea of birth songs. It's a wonderful way to remember the birth of your children and share their stories with future generations.

I was completely captivated by this book from the first sentence to the very last and couldn't think of anything I would change to improve it. This book has received 5 out of 5 stars from me, and I recommend it to everyone.

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The Legacy of Job's Wife
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