A Passionate Hope

Hannah's Story

By: Jill Eileen Smith

Narrated by: Stina Nielsen

Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins

Publisher's summary

Two Old Testament women want to be loved by their shared husband - and to bear children. To what lengths will they go to get what they want most, and will either find her heart's desire?

Hannah and her husband, Elkanah, share a deep and abiding love, for each other, for their God, and for his tabernacle at Shiloh. Greatly disturbed by the corruption of the priests, they long for restoration and pray for a deliverer. But nothing changes as the years pass. Years that also reveal Hannah to be barren.

Pressured by his family to take another wife, Elkanah marries Peninnah, who quickly begins to bear children. Disgraced and taunted by her husband's new wife, Hannah turns again to prayers that seem doomed to go unanswered. Do her devotion and kindness in the face of Peninnah's cruelty count for nothing? Why does God remain silent and indifferent to her pleas?

Travel back to the dusty streets of Shiloh with an expert guide as Jill Eileen Smith brings to life a beloved story of hope, patience, and deliverance that shows that even the most broken of relationships can be restored.

©2018 Jill Eileen Smith (P)2018 Recorded Books

Amazing Story

Really a great book I loved the story and the suspense it was so beautiful.

Five Star

This was a good listen. The listener could feel Hannah's emotions. I enjoyed every minute of it.

Beautiful story

Helps me to understand how human people were in the Old Testament just like today, decisions that are made that are selfish sometimes that will hurt all around us, and how a God still because of His Rich mercy is faithful to make a beautiful story out of our lives; especially when we allow Him to!

Before there was Job there was Hannah

A beautifully weaved story of God's love and faithfulness. Hannah loved God so much that she waited over 20 years for God's promise. I marveled at her commitment to remain prayerful and hopeful even when her rival taunted her and made her feel worthless. This story will restore your hope in Adonai and renew your strength in him.

Well done to the narrator Stina Nielsen, who captured the emotions of Hannah in a cinematic way that opens your heart and mind to the voice of God within you.

hope

excellent story based on time of the judges. enjoyed learning more about Hannah and the sister-wife. Also how God can and will meet you at your lowest point.

Wonderful

I learned so much! I appreciate the author’s research. She brought the time and story to life.

I Really Enjoyed This Book

I typically cannot leave long reviews due to time issues. But I liked this book as much as the others. The story of Hanna I'm sure wasn't easy to write. But the author did a marvelous job.

Wonderful Story

This story of Hannah is awesome. I don’t think I (in todays world) could’ve had the strength to share my husband. I am a very jealous woman. Hannah endured heartache from the 2 nd wife and still rose above it all. But how can a man who doesn’t love a woman still have 6 children with her (I scratch my head).

great story!

I especially loved the last charter - as a reminder in our current lives! A sermon in 3 minutes 😂

A Riveting Tale by Jill Eileen Smith

Jill Eileen Smith’s ability to captivate with her storytelling is evident once again in “A Passionate Hope.” Having delved into two of her more recent titles, I knew I was in for a treat, and this book did not disappoint.

The narrative of Hannah’s life took on a profoundly gut-wrenching quality in Smith’s hands. As a reader, I found myself deeply immersed in Hannah’s pain and her heartfelt conversations with God.

What stood out to me the most was the beautiful self-sacrificial love between Hannah and Elkanah. Their relationship was a shining example of love’s depth and tenderness.

Even Peninnah, positioned as the story’s antagonist, was portrayed in a holistic manner, shedding light on the circumstances that might have driven her to become bitter and hateful.

The book’s redemption arc at the end was nothing short of the icing on the cake, leaving me with a satisfying sense of closure.

Smith’s talent shines in her ability to expand upon the limited lines of scripture, crafting a rich and immersive world, compelling characters, and a gripping narrative. I can’t help but sing her praises for her exceptional storytelling prowess.