I am a big fan of Mesu Andrews! I love Biblical fiction and I think she is one of the best authors that writes it. I very much enjoyed her last book, Isaiah's Daughter and had been looking forward to Isaiah's Legacy. In the end, I did also enjoy Isaiah's Legacy, but I will say I wasn't sure for a while there that I could even finish it. I completely understand that sexual depravity, idolatry and witchcraft were common practices of the day, but I honestly could hardly bear reading about some of it. It was very disturbing and difficult to read about. I wish that the introduction had come with a warning of some of the subject matter.
So, if you are able to set that aside and not be too bothered by it, you will love this book. It is a wonderful story of redemption and the power of our God who never gives up on his lost children. I recently finished reading through the Bible and I must say that Isaiah's Legacy really brought fresh, new insights to Kings and Chronicles.
The life of Manasseh, who the Bible says did much evil in the sight of the Lord (2 Kings), is indeed fascinating, albeit horrifying. Manasseh reigned as king of the nation of Judah for 55 years and led his people to participate in idol worship, child sacrifice and many other abominable practices. If you haven't read about him, I will not spoil the ending for you but you can be assured that his life (and this book) are exciting indeed.
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