Babylon

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A Novel of Jewish Captivity

By Michelle Cameron

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Babylon is a multi-generational biblical saga set during the Judean exile in Babylon. It follows Sarah, whose life is shattered when Nebuchadnezzar's army sacks Jerusalem, destroying her city and enslaving her people. Sarah and the Judean captives are forced into a harsh new life far from home, struggling to maintain their faith in an alien empire filled with strange gods and political intrigue. Her son Uri records the powerful stories of prophets and visions that form the foundation of Hebrew religion amidst palace betrayals, sacrifices, and looming wars.
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Ideal for readers interested in historical fiction, biblical history, and multi-generational family sagas. Also suitable for those who appreciate richly detailed settings and stories of faith, resilience, and cultural preservation.

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A multi-generational biblical saga of captivity, romance, faith, and redemption, set against the Judean exile in Babylon.

Everything changes for Sarah the day Nebuchadnezzar’s army storms Jerusalem. In an instant, her peaceful life on the farm is ripped away: her city sacked, her temple desecrated, her people enslaved. Marched across unforgiving desert sands to Babylon, Sarah and the remaining Judean people must find a way to keep their faith alive in a new and unforgiving home.

Displaced within an empire of strange gods and unimaginable wealth, Sarah and her descendants bear witness to palace intrigue, betrayal, brutal sacrifice, regicide, and a new war brewing in the east. Through every trial, the Hebrew people attempt to preserve their religion. Uri, Sarah’s son, transcribes incredible stories of prophets and visions, Creation and Exodus—stories that establish the central tenets of the Hebrew faith.

Immerse yourself in the epic tale of Babylon by Michelle Cameron, where the enduring spirit of a people unfolds amidst the grandeur and challenges of an ancient empire.

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"The extraordinary true story of the exile of the Jews in Babylon and their miraculous return seventy years later. The tale is personal and powerful, passing through the experiences of several generations. Insightful, colourful, and fascinating." — Margaret George, New York Times bestselling author

"Babylon brings one of the most exciting Biblical eras to life in realistic, almost cinematic detail. You'll meet Biblical prophets, get caught up in palace intrigue, and witness ancient warfare. A thrilling and gripping read!" — Lori Banov Kaufmann, National Jewish Book Award winner

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781637587614

Publisher: Post Hill Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 September 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Wicked Son

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 416

Collections

Ancient & Classical History Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction History & Archaeology History & Military Michelle Cameron

About the Author

Michelle Cameron’s Beyond the Ghetto Gates, published by She Writes Press (2020), was awarded a Silver Medal in Historical Fiction by the Independent Book Publishers, won First Place/Best of Category for the Chanticleer Goethe Awards, and was a Foreword Indies finalist.

The Fruit of Her Hands, published by Simon & Schuster’s Pocket Books (2009), is based on the author’s thirteenth-century ancestor, Meir ben Baruch of Rothenberg.

Michelle’s novel-in-verse, In the Shadow of the Globe, was published by Lit Pot Press (2003). Named Shakespeare Theatre of NJ’s 2003–2004 Winter Book Selection, it was performed at the Stella Adler Studio’s Shakespeare Benefit, among other line readings and performances.

A director of The Writers Circle, Michelle teaches creative writing to children, teens, and adults in NJ and virtually. Living in Chatham, NJ, with her husband, Michelle has two grown sons of whom she is inordinately proud.