"A woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised" Proverbs 31:30
 

In Jerusalem, under the scarlet rays of a setting sun, a beautiful and innocent young woman bathes behind a screen on her rooftop, unaware of the lustful gaze of a hidden but powerful admirer...

THE ADULTERESS by talented author Lisa Chaplin tells Bathsheba's story of witnessing the intrigues, tragedies and triumphs of both her husband David’s and her son Solomon’s celebrated reigns, always preferring to stay out of the light and yet shining despite herself. The Great Lady, as she is known at the end of her days, is forced to and later chooses to play many roles: hated witch, unwilling adulteress, royal whore, reluctant wife, wounded mother, loyal friend, treasured confidant and, ultimately, influential queen.

 

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 "Turning inside out the traditional view of the world's best-known adulteress, Lisa Chaplin offers an unvarnished glimpse into the life of  an extraordinary woman, creating a memorable and powerful new portrait of Bathsheba. Chaplin’s solid research, evocative writing and rich narrative give compelling voice to a story of timeless resonance."
author Mia Zachary

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Complete manuscript available upon request