Beyond the Jordan: Dry Places, Misunderstood Peoples, and Imperfect Attempts at Prayer

Beyond the Jordan is a memoir-in-essays reflecting on a decade of life in Jordan and the Holy Land. Through a blend of nonfiction styles, Heather takes readers on spiritually rich journeys across the region, immersing herself in its heritage, customs, and landscapes. Along the way, she forms deep connections with Jordanian, Palestinian, Syrian, and Iraqi women, offering an intimate look at their lives and stories.

While much of Beyond the Jordan observes the world with curiosity and wonder, ...