The Story of Queen Esther.(Brief article)(Children's review)(Book review)

The Story of Queen Esther

Jenny Koralek, author

Grizelda Holderness, illustrator

Eerdmans Books for Young Readers

c/o Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company

2140 Oak Industrial Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505

9780802853486, $17.50 www.eerdmans.com/youngreaders 1-800-253-7521

The Story of Queen Esther is a picturebook retelling of the Biblical story of Queen Esther, a brave, beautiful Jewish girl who became the Queen of Persia and risked her life to save her people from execution. Featuring Grizelda Holderness' beautiful, color illustrations inspired by Persian artwork, The Story of Queen Esther is sure to entrance young readers of all faiths. "When Mordecai heard the terrible news, he quickly sent a message to Esther : 'Only you can save us now! Go to the king and beg him to be merciful.' Esther sent a message back: 'Anyone who goes before the king uninvited will be put to death--even I, the queen.' 'You must go,' Mordecai replied. 'Very well,' said Esther, 'I will go to him. But first, you and I must fast and pray to prepare ourselves.'" Highly recommended.

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