Beyond the Well is a work of historical fiction that reimagines the life of the Samaritan woman before and after her encounter at Jacob’s well. Set in first-century Samaria, the novel explores a woman’s journey through loss, judgment, and survival within a rigid patriarchal society. Through careful historical research and also emotionally grounded storytelling, Beyond the Well restores dignity, depth and voice to a woman history nearly forgot.
Dr. Lauree Brown writes historical fiction that centers women and drawing on her academic background and lived experience, she writes stories that explore resilience, faith, and the quiet strength required to experience hardship. Beyond the Well is a work of historical fiction by Dr. Lauree Brown.