Lorton, Virginia. Retired Air Force Colonel, Dr. Mary Gillam releases her new book, Tamar: The King's Daughter and the Brother's Obsession. Despite this tragic story, this book is designed to give a voice to many who have been abused and silenced. Fueled by lust for his half-sister, Amnon, King David’s eldest son does the unthinkable. Pretending to be ill, Amnon tricks his father into sending Tamar, his younger half-sister to his home to help nourish him back to health. But, little does she know of the evil that lurks within. Once Amnon has Tamar alone in his grasps, he overpowers and brutally rapes her. Without any remorse, he kicks her into the streets to face the shame and guilt of a violated woman. Although her father does nothing, Tamar’s older brother, Absalom seeks revenge by planning the “perfect murder.”
In Tamar: The King's Daughter and the Brother's Obsession, you will see how the sins of the father can manifest in the lives of the children. No family is exempt. Based on 2 Samuel 13, Tamar is a powerful depiction of how deceit, lust, and revenge can destroy families. Yet, God can heal the broken and abused. Likewise, repentance is available to all who are willing to confess their sins, and ask for forgiveness.
The book is now available on Amazon. Get your copy today!
Contact: Dr. Mary M. Gillam, PhD, DMin
Email: dr.marym.gillam@gmail.com