The Red Tent

by Anita Diamant
3 stars
Historical Fiction
Setting: Middle East
336 pages
Published 1997

Ellie's Review
I liked the book, but it took a while to get into. This was a good read for book club as we had a lot to discuss, but I thought the author could have cut out a lot of the sexual stuff. I was interested by the possible other sides/explanation of some Old Testament verses that tell of some crazy stuff.

Book Summary
The Red Tent is the story of Jacob's daughter, Dinah, and Jacob's four wives, who all served as Dinah's mother at some point in time. Leah, Rachel, Zilpah, and Bilhah all bring their own unique gifts and influences to bear on Dinah's life. As Diamant explores the trials and triumphs of ancient women, she brings a foreign yet beautiful world to life as seen through the emotional filter of Dinah's eyes. This lush, evocative tale transcends time and brings new life to the Old Testament, lending a feminine touch to the mighty word of God.