Chosen: The Lost Diaries of Queen Esther (480-465 BC) by Ginger Garrett presents a captivating and deeply emotional reimagining of the biblical story of Esther, exploring the inner turmoil and strength of a woman thrust into an unimaginable situation. Esther, a young woman known for her beauty, is suddenly torn away from her simple life and thrust into the opulent, perilous world of King Xerxes’ palace. The love and loyalty she feels for her only family member, her cousin Mordecai, and her first love, Cyrus, are left behind as she enters a world of power and excess, where her fate is no longer in her own hands.

Despite the overwhelming circumstances, Esther is a woman of intelligence and resilience. Determined not to fall victim to the same fate as the other women in Xerxes' harem, she challenges the king, demanding that he offer more than just his physical desires—asking him to give her his heart and respect, not just his attention. By doing so, she secures her position beside him, becoming his queen, l;3though it’s a place marked by complexity and danger.

As Esther navigates the dizzying world of royal politics, intrigue, and conspiracies that threaten her people, she is forced to confront painful memories from her past. The choices she makes will shape her future, requiring her to balance personal sacrifice with the greater good. Her journey is one of self-discovery, where her strength of spirit is tested as she faces the weight of her decisions, the trust she places in others, and the love that ultimately drives her to take bold risks for the sake of her people.

Garrett’s retelling focuses not just on Esther’s external journey to becoming queen, but also on the internal struggles she faces as she seeks to reconcile her past with her destiny. The story emphasizes themes of love, honor, courage, and sacrifice, with Esther learning that true power lies not in beauty or position, but in the strength of character and the willingness to act with integrity in the face of great adversity.

Product details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ NavPress Pub Group (January 1, 2005)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 298 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1576836517
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1576836514
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8 inches
• Condition: Used-Very Good

Contemporary Literature & Fiction, Religious Literature & Fiction