Beyond the Well
A Historical Fiction Story of Redemption and Resilience
Follow one woman’s journey through shame, loss and survival in a world shaped by rigid traditions. Where faith becomes a quiet lifeline and dignity is reclaimed.
Beyond the Well
A Historical Fiction Novel of Resilience and Redemption
Beyond the Well is a historical fiction novel that reimagines the life of the Samaritan woman, known as Photine, before and after her encounter at Jacob’s well. Living in a society shaped by rigid traditions and judgment, Photine navigates loss and love, multiple marriages, and deep personal shame while quietly holding on to her dignity and inner strength. Through hardship and experience, her journey becomes one of survival, faith, and self-discovery.
Historical Fiction · Inspirational · Faith-Based
Find Beyond the Well at Fables Books
Dr. Lauree Brown is proud to partner with Fables Books, her local independent bookstore in Goshen Indiana. Beyond the Well is available through their store, and she will be hosting events there throughout the year. Shop local, support independent booksellers, and join the community of readers
The Woman
Photine
“A woman shaped by loss and judgment, yet defined by quiet strength, resilience, and the courage to experience.”
Core Themes
Beyond the Well
Redemption
Finding grace after shame, and healing that does not erase the past, but transforms it.
Resilience & Survival
Experiencing judgment, loss and hardship while holding on to dignity and inner strength.
Faith & Self-Discovery
A quiet but evolving faith that becomes a lifeline and guides a woman toward truth, identity, and renewal.
The Author
Dr. Lauree Brown
Dr. Lauree Brown is a writer and scholar whose work restores depth, voice, and dignity to women long overlooked by history, drawing on theology, psychology, anthropology, and lived experience.
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Step into Photine’s life, a world defined by dignity, resilience and quiet courage.