From Booklist....
...[Judith] is a strong character and...readers will quickly come to understand what is at stake for Judith. . . .The irony of a woman writing down the sacred stories is well developed, and one of the book's strongest points. Booklist, Oct.1, 1998. (boxed review)
From School Library Journal...
This original and exciting historical novel delves into the issues of who wrote the Bible and of the rights of women in the ancient religion of the Hebrews. Judith and Tamar are strong female characters . . . the exciting plot and romantic love story keep the pages turning. School Library Journal, November, 1998.
From Hornbook....
...[Judith] accepts a dangerous challenge to write down the stories of the Bible, creating fully realized characters, many of them strong, powerful women. The novel features strong dialogue and clear images of an ancient way of life. Hornbook Guide, Fall 1999
From Lilith....
....a superb effort to write women back into Jewish history...helps the reader feel that she, too, can have an important role in Jewish Life. Fall 1999
Reviews of The Deeper Song