The Wanderer Scorned

“It all started with the banishment. As soon as the truth was known about their disobedience, my parents were driven from the Garden planted for them by the LORD God, Yahweh Elohim. A garden pleasing to the eye and filled with every kind of food. Yet for them, it had not been enough.”

Kayin lives in the shadow of his parent’s expulsion from the Garden of Eden and its lingering cloud of shame. He believes in the Creator but struggles for affirmation. When suffering comes and sibling rivalry threatens, Kayin wrestles with God, grasping at shards of faith. But his cries drown in the noise of his own doubts and fears, until his youthful faith lies shattered, replaced by a twisted dance of pride and jealousy.

As Kayin spirals further, misunderstandings within the family dynamic dominate, and whispers of temptation slither through the cracks. Then a chance at redemption presents itself. With flames of forbidden love still raging hot, Kayin and his brother bring sacrifices to Yahweh.

No one foresees the resulting tragedy.

The Wanderer Scorned is the first instalment in The Wanderer Biblical historical fiction series, immersing readers in the world of Genesis 4. This exploration of the first murder brings the Bible to life in a fresh way. If you enjoy complex characters, profound truths and absorbing stories, then you’ll love Natasha Woodcraft’s reimagining of the ancient Bible story of Cain & Abel.

Special Features: Maps, Appendix, Book Club / Further Study Questions.
On The Age Appropriateness Of The Novels: This Biblical novel series is rated PG-13, appropriate for mature teens and adults. There is no adult content or profanity.

"A beautifully written account of the world's first family seen sympathetically through the eyes of Kayin (Cain), the first murderer. A compelling read."
Bobbie Ann Cole

"The life of Cain as it has never been told before, by the man himself."
Ruth Leigh

"Beautifully written, Woodcraft brings the story to life using every carefully crafted word to its best possible advantage. I could feel every heartbeat, thought and feeling of the characters."
Wendy H. Jones