A review by crowyhead
Song of the Magdalene by Donna Jo Napoli

3.0

A charming bit of Biblical fiction that speculates on Mary Magdalene's origins. Miriam is a lively, inquisitive child, but all her prospects are shattered the day she has her first epileptic seizure -- if anyone ever finds out, she will be considered unclean. However, Miriam is resourceful, and she will learn to make her own way in the world...