Delilah: A Novel

A glorious and inventive retelling of an ancient story—a soaring tale of political turmoil, searing betrayal, passionate friendship, and forbidden love.

Given to the temple of Atargatis as a child, Delilah is raised to be a priestess to the Five Cities that rule Canaan. With her beloved friend Aylah, Delilah grows up under the watchful eyes of high priestess Derceto, who sees the devout young priestesses as valuable playing pieces in her political schemes.

In the hills of Canaan, the Israelit...