Lilith

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This epic U.S. debut presents a feminist retelling of ancient creation myths, focusing on the story of Lilith, Adam's first wife, and her quest for revenge after being banished from Paradise. In the Garden of Eden, Lilith and Adam are equals until he demands her submission. Refusing, she is cast out, witnessing God create Eve, who accepts the role of submission. However, Lilith possesses a secret: she has tasted the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge, granting her Wisdom and insight into the absence of Asherah, God's wife and equal. Determined to restore balance, Lilith embarks on a mission to rescue Eve, find Asherah, and reclaim her rightful place in Paradise. Her journey spans history, from Ancient Sumer to the court of Queen Jezebel and the side of a radical preacher in Roman Judea. Along the way, figures like Noah’s wife Norea, Jezebel, and Mary Magdalene contribute to her enlightenment. In the modern age, Lilith reflects on the dire consequences of a world built on inequality and realizes the actions needed to rectify the injustices faced by women and humanity since the dawn of time. This thought-provoking novel, inspired by ancient myths and suppressed scriptures, features an evocative literary voice and a compelling heroine.