A tale inspired by the tragic first-century massacre of hundreds of Jewish people at Masada presents the stories of a hated daughter, a baker's wife, a girl disguised as a warrior, and a medicine woman who keeps doves and secrets while Roman soldiers draw near.

Based on the true events at Masada in 70 C.E. After being forced out of their home in Jerusalem by the Romans, 900 Jews were ensconced in a fortress at Masada, a mountain in the Judean desert. Besieged at Masada, the Jews held out for months against the vast Roman armies. The series recounts the events from the perspective of a few extraordinary women who arrive at Masada with unique back stories, but a common bond for survival.

A tale inspired by the tragic first-century massacre of hundreds of Jewish people at Masada presents the stories of a hated daughter, a baker's wife, a girl disguised as a warrior, and a medicine woman who keep doves and secrets while Roman soldiers draw near.

Inspired by the siege of Masada, in which 900 Jews took refuge from Roman armies, this novel follows four determined women as they pursue their fates. Each with a unique background, the women--all dovekeepers--meet during the siege and discover they have much in common.

Historisk roman. I år 70 belejrede den romerske hær i månedsvis bjerget Masada i Judæa's ørken, hvor 900 jøder havde søgt tilflugt. Baseret på denne tragiske begivenhed fortælles om fire ekstraordinært tapre, snarrådige og sanselige kvinder, hvis skæbner krydses under den desperate kamp

Alice Hoffman chronicles the harrowing siege at Masada in 70 C.E. Facing a frightening Roman army, 900 Jews held their own for months. But in the end, only two women and five children survived the culminating battle. Here, Hoffman traces the women's steps to Masada.