Anticipation Thursday!
I appreciate it when other readers share what they're reading because I love hearing about new books that are about to be released. Today, for Anticipation Thursday!, I'm sharing a new book by bestselling author Tessa Afshar. How can I not be excited that The Queen's Cook is releasing in a few days, on November 19th!
In the heart of ancient Persia, the empire's Jewish citizens face an ominous edict that threatens their very existence. Roxannah, the daughter of a once-privileged but now impoverished Persian lord, is devastated by the news. Her father sees this edict as a stroke of good fortune, an opportunity to settle his mounting debts by killing the Jewish physician, Adin, and seizing his belongings, but instead he meets his own untimely end, leaving Roxannah destitute and adrift. Desperate and determined to support her mother while settling the debt, Roxannah approaches Adin--the man whose kind eyes still haunt her--to help her find employment in Queen Esther's kitchens.
In the opulent palace of Susa, Roxannah strives to overcome prejudice and adversity as she ascends through the ranks in the royal kitchen. Her culinary talent earns her the trust and mentorship of Queen Esther herself, a woman of grace and wisdom, who is navigating treacherous palace politics and whispers of her inability to produce an heir after six years of marriage. Amid this unfolding connection, Roxannah and Adin uncover a sinister plot against Amestris, the king's most powerful wife and Esther's archenemy. As secrets unravel and alliances are tested, the fate of Amestris and Esther's reign hang in the balance.
Why is my anticipation so great?
Let me tell you a secret: being queen will break your heart.
Young women weave secret fantasies of bejeweled crowns and magnificent honors when they dream of a title. How little they know the weight of that crown or the cost of true honor.
These are the beginning words of The Queen's Cook. Don't they make you wonder about the person behind them? I've always loved the Old Testament account of Esther, the young Jewish girl who became Queen and I can't wait to see how bestselling author Tessa Afshar connects Queen Esther's story together with the story of another young Jewish girl!
I also love the endorsements for The Queen's Cook!
Is this a book that you'd enjoy also? The Queen's Cook is available to preorder from several book vendors and there's an especially sweet deal from Baker Books! Order NOW and you get 40% OFF + FREE shipping!
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My review of The Queen's Cook will be available next week. I hope that you'll stop by to view my thoughts!
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