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Only Human

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ABOUT
THE BOOK

Having seen enough of the results of autonomy and imagination with Adam and Eve, and dull obedience in the shape of the dutiful Noah, God tried once more to infiltrate humanity by seeking a solitary man whose history he could control and develop. Abraham was his chosen one. But accidents happen, unforeseen consequences of the best-laid plans. Not even God, it appears, is exempt from jealousy. When the Lord made his final creation on earth, love came along for the ride and caused havoc, even to the Creator himself. Between the way of the world and the way of love, no one is safe. This novel examines the story of the life-long love of Abraham and Sarah as the first love triangle, with the voice of God as the third person. As the Creator and the barren wife wage war, they struggle not only over the affections of Abraham, and control of posterity, but the very notion of truth and storytelling.

ABOUT
THE AUTHOR Jenny
Diski

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Country
United Kindgom
Original Language
English
Author
Publisher
Virago Press (UK)

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