Paradise

– by Eliza Andrews

I have to admit, Eliza Andrews‘ lesbian romance novella, “Paradise,” was nothing like I’d read in lesfic before. Whilst I’d read multiple retelling of fairy tale stories, “Paradise” was different because it was a re-imagining of a renowned biblical story. Yes, the bible. And it was not just any other biblical tale but the one from the Book of Genesis. Yes, you’ve guessed right.

ADAM & EVE.

To be precise, Adam, Eve, the Garden of Eden, the forbidden fruit, the serpeant, the animal kingdom, Cain and Abel….and most importantly (imho!), Lilith* (name is not mentioned in Genesis but its representation is relevant to the narrative. Those who’re unfamiliar with Lilith can just google it and then you’ll understand its significance).  Anyway, I’m quite sure virtually everyone (in the Western Hemisphere at least!), whether religious or otherwise, has come across the story in the Book of Genesis, one way or another. Right? Okay. Brilliant.