Book Group: “The Song of Hannah” by Eva Etzioni-Halevy. Hannah and Pninah, once close childhood friends, become rivals for the attention of Elkanah, the man who has married them both. Despite their differences, these two women must learn to live together, protecting their own interests as well as each other’s, while sharing not only the love of their husband, but that of Hannah’s son Samuel, who is destined to become one of the greatest prophets of the Jewish people. This work of biblical fiction weaves an intriguing tale of sorrow, revenge and redemption through feminine strength and love. 6:30 p.m. at Portland Chapter of Hadassah, 3570 SW Troy St.