We all know of books based on the New Testament, or even just the Torah, but what are some fiction books that are based on or inspired by the rest of the Old Testament? by Cross_Toss Related: Literaturre from Ireland/U.K. Books where unsettling/new/unexpected customs and tribal groups emerge Classics/contemporary fiction from the German speaking region Books with a ocean setting (beach town, elements of surfing/free diving/ whales would be cool! ) A book that will blow my mind
sketchydavid on November 9, 2025 9:32 pm There’s [The Secret Chord](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611425-the-secret-chord), about King David.
SenseIntelligent8846 on November 9, 2025 9:33 pm Milton’s *Paradise Lost* was probably inspired by tales from the Old Testament.
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Not Wanted on the Voyage by Timothy Findley
There’s [The Secret Chord](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611425-the-secret-chord), about King David.
Milton’s *Paradise Lost* was probably inspired by tales from the Old Testament.
The Faithful One, by Michele Chynoweth
The Red Tent by Anita Diamant