Good news: I’ve received a scholarship for my novel, Rebecca of Ivanhoe, from the Jewish Book Council, which helps coordinate book talks for Jewish authors throughout North America. Hopefully, this will mean more events where I can spread the word about my novel, a sequel to Sir Walter Scott’s classic tale, which tells the story of Rebecca, a beautiful Jewish healer after she is rescued by the knight Ivanhoe from being burned alive as a witch in medieval England. She and her father flee to Spain, where they have relatives, and where she befriends the Jewish mistress to King Alfonso VIII (Rachel of Esra was a real historical figure). But Rebecca and her family are soon caught up in dangerous times as the Christians and Moors battle for control of Iberia. A reviewer for The Jerusalem Report wrote: “Rebecca of Ivanhoe breathes new life into one of literature’s most intriguing characters, transforming the beautiful Jewish healer into a heroine for the ages. This sequel to Sir Walter Scott’s classic dares to continue a beloved tale and weaves a rich tapestry of intrigue, romance, and personal discovery that stands proudly on its own.” You can read more reviews of the book on Amazon.
And just a reminder: Rebecca of Ivanhoe is now available to download as an audio book on Audible.
