Manasseh

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Set in late 17th century Transylvania, the novel follows Manasseh, a Jewish merchant fleeing persecution in Poland. Upon arriving, he falls for Esther, a wealthy Jewish woman engaged to Count Michael. Their love is complicated by political conspiracies involving the Turkish and Habsburg Empires. As Manasseh seeks to win Esther’s heart, he grapples with his beliefs amid the region's complex social and religious dynamics. The story weaves themes of identity, belonging, and the quest for freedom and justice against a rich historical backdrop.