Escape from Amsterdam by Lauralee BlissMy rating: 💛💛💛
Rating 3.5
"What is happening to us is evil.” “I think God wants to be our refuge and strength, no matter what. To keep us strong even with the challenges ahead. To give us peace even if we’re afraid. To trust Him.”
This story started out strong and captivating, and even though the WW2 facts were delivered in a powerful and emotional story, the rollercoaster relationship between Helen and Erik caused for a few moments where the reading was really slow, causing some disinterest.
But I believe we won’t be given any more trouble than we can handle. We have to trust God just for today. Not for tomorrow, but for each day as it comes.
It is quite sad to see how the German's slowly through the time tightened the strings in Netherlands and how the people accepted it.
But I have to keep the faith that God understands and we are safe with Him, no matter what.
Though this story ended with some happy endings and reconciliations, I was left with this deep feeling of loss for all the children who could not escape.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*
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About the book:
A University Student Smuggles Children Out of Amsterdam
Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this series celebrates the unsung heroes—the heroines of WWII.
Helen Smit believed she was called by God to become a teacher. Little does she know that her care for kids will take a drastic turn for survival when the Germans occupy Amsterdam and Jewish children and parents begin to be deported. Now all she can think of is helping all the kids escape before it’s too late.
Erik Misman’s newfound love for Helen is tested when he joins a plot to help move Jewish children to a safe place in the countryside. If danger can foster a closer bond with Helen a/nd save the lives of the little ones, he will do it all. But a German patrol that stumbles upon the farm where they are hiding with three children and a soldier who takes an unexpected interest in Helen, could well destroy their plans for safety and love.
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Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this series celebrates the unsung heroes—the heroines of WWII.
Helen Smit believed she was called by God to become a teacher. Little does she know that her care for kids will take a drastic turn for survival when the Germans occupy Amsterdam and Jewish children and parents begin to be deported. Now all she can think of is helping all the kids escape before it’s too late.
Erik Misman’s newfound love for Helen is tested when he joins a plot to help move Jewish children to a safe place in the countryside. If danger can foster a closer bond with Helen a/nd save the lives of the little ones, he will do it all. But a German patrol that stumbles upon the farm where they are hiding with three children and a soldier who takes an unexpected interest in Helen, could well destroy their plans for safety and love.
Don’t miss these other stories:
The Cryptographer’s Dilemma by Johnnie Alexander
Picture of Hope by Liz Tolsma
Saving Mrs. Roosevelt by Candice Sue Patterson
Mrs. Witherspoon Goes to War by Mary Davis
A Rose for the Resistance by Angela K. Couch
The Season of My Enemy by Naomi Musch
About the author:
Lauralee Bliss is a published author of over thirty Christian romance novels and novellas in both historical
and contemporary with nearly 600,000 sold. In 2018 she received a 25-book published award from ACFW.
Lauralee enjoys writing books reminiscent of a roller coaster ride for the reader. Her desire is for readers to come away with an entertaining story and a lesson that ministers to the heart.
Lauralee is also an avid hiker, hiking the entire Appalachian Trail twice from Georgia to Maine and from Maine to Georgia, one of only 24 women to accomplish this feat. She has also completed other trails totaling over 10,000 miles including the Florida Trail of which her Florida Trail adventure "Gators, Guts and Glory" is part of the Hiking Adventure Series along with Mountains, Madness and Miracles - 4000 Miles Along the Appalachian Trail.
and contemporary with nearly 600,000 sold. In 2018 she received a 25-book published award from ACFW.
Lauralee enjoys writing books reminiscent of a roller coaster ride for the reader. Her desire is for readers to come away with an entertaining story and a lesson that ministers to the heart.
Lauralee is also an avid hiker, hiking the entire Appalachian Trail twice from Georgia to Maine and from Maine to Georgia, one of only 24 women to accomplish this feat. She has also completed other trails totaling over 10,000 miles including the Florida Trail of which her Florida Trail adventure "Gators, Guts and Glory" is part of the Hiking Adventure Series along with Mountains, Madness and Miracles - 4000 Miles Along the Appalachian Trail.
Sounds good, but also sad.
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DeleteSounds very good. It's important to learn from our past.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely!
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