This is an enjoyable story based on the Prodigal Son. The chapters alternated point-of-views, including POV from beloved servants.

This was set in the years before Jesus began preaching, making it fit perfectly into Jesus’ parable. The book brings the parable to life. I was thinking, “Oh, that’s why the older brother acted that way.” Or for the younger son’s father: “He never stopped loving his boy” (even though the older son wanted to think of his brother as dead).

Overall good read! This is an honest review in exchange for the free copy. I recommend this book! Solid 4 stars. ( )

I enjoyed this book. It gave a new perspective on the parable of the prodigal son. The characters were fairly well developed. Especially the father and oldest son were well done. The story flowed fairly well. It went between the main characters telling things from their perspective. Sometimes I felt it got a bit bogged down, especially towards the end, but overall it flowed quite well. The one thing I really disliked was the use of modern-day language. The characters too often used phrases we use today and it just did not fit well with the story. There were also a few editing/grammar issues that I hope will be resolved. Overall I give this a 4-star review. I'd give 3.5 if allowed. I would recommend this to my friends. I was given a copy through LibraryThing and was not required to leave a review. These thoughts are totally my own and freely given. ( )