If you have been in church for your whole life as I am blessed to have been, you have heard the stories of Mary (sister of Martha), Mary (mother of Jesus) and Mary Magdalene. All three of their lives were changed because of Jesus and were never the same after having known him. What is unique about this book is Higgs' talent of taking their stories and weaving her own making them seem as if they could be somewhat of the girl next door and allow us to learn and apply their experience so well to our own lives. Another eye opening focus of this writing is how Jesus treated these three women at a time when women weren't esteemed as they are now. While I knew women of Biblical times were treated somewhat as a lesser human, I hadn't made the connection that these women, and others, sort of "made the cut" when God inspired the Bible and He obviously doesn't see any of them as lesser than the men of the Bible.
I have always appreciated Liz Curtis Higgs' humor. Few people can consistently make me laugh out loud as she can. Another aspect that drew me to her in the beginning is that she too is a Louisville girl. Several years ago, I read The Women of Christmas and even picked it up again this holiday season. The real life connections found in that book didn't make me question at all that The Women of Easter would be equally good. I wasn't disappointed. Higgs' writing style is easy for me to read and doesn't feel preachy at all. Curl up with your copy and a cup of tea. The timing of the paperback volume release is perfect as we all look to the Easter season. I know it has helped prepare my heart for the celebration and trust it will do the same for you.
I did receive this advanced proof from the publisher in exchange for an honest review and am in no way obligated to write a positive one.
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