For Such a Time (Thorndike Press Large Print Christian Historical Fiction) - Hardcover

Breslin, Kate

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9781410470676: For Such a Time (Thorndike Press Large Print Christian Historical Fiction)

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ISBN 10: 1410470679 ISBN 13: 9781410470676

Publisher: Thorndike Press, 2014

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Pressed into service by SS Kommandant Colonel Aric von Schmidt, blonde-haired, blue-eyed Hadassh Benjamin is torn between helping her fellow Jews who are imprisoned in Auschwitz and revealing her own Jewish identity.

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In 1944, Hadassah Benjamin feels abandoned by God when she is saved from a firing squad only to be handed over to a new enemy. Pressed into service by SS Kommandant Colonel Aric von Schmidt at the transit camp of Theresienstadt in Czechoslovakia, she is able to hide behind the false identity of Stella Muller. However, to maintain her cover as von Schmidt's secretary, she is forced to stand by as her own people are sent to Auschwitz.

Suspecting her employer is a man of hidden depths, Stella appeals to him on behalf of those in the camp. Aric's indulgence gives her hope even as she risks discovery with every attempt to help the prisoners. When her bravery brings her to the point of ultimate sacrifice, she faces an excruciating choice. God may have brought her to the camp for such a time as this, but how can she save her people when she cannot save herself?

"For Such a Time is an intimate portrait painted on a grand scale, bringing to life the drama and pain of suffering with the triumph and joy of freedom."--#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs

"Breslin's debut novel is a must read. The compassionate soul of the protagonist set against the horrific background of WWII concentration camps provides a hauntingly beautiful portrait of the best and worst of mankind. From the first page to the last, readers will be captivated by this story."-RT Book Reviews Top Pick

"Breslin is an impressive storyteller, and her premier novel will keep you turning pages until the very end."-CBA Retailers + Resources

"A heart-rending tale of love, loss, and redemption. . . . Fans of historical fiction, especially those who enjoy complex dramatic stories, will want to pick up this title."-Library Journal starred review

About the Author:

A Florida girl who migrated to the Pacific Northwest, Kate Breslin was a bookseller for many years. Author of several travel articles, award-winning poet, and RWA Golden Heart finalist, Kate now writes inspiring stories about the healing power of God's love. "For Such a Time" is her first book. She lives with her husband and cat in Seattle, WA. Learn more at www. katebreslin.com.

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