Ivan and the Daring Escape

Ivan

by Myrna Grant

This book has now been replaced by a new edition 9781845501327.

Genres: Fiction, Childrens, Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Christian

Paperback

First published June 1, 1976

About the author

Myrna Grant is a published author of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Myrna Grant include Ivan and the Informer, Ivan and the Moscow Circus (The Ivan Series), Ivan and the Daring Escape (Ivan).

Reviews

[Rodger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book because it is about Christian people living in Moscow when Christianity was illegal. I really like that the main character, Ivan, is truly a Christian with his own faith and conviction. I didn't catch his age, but I'm thinking he's about 14 or so.

The basic plot of the story is that Ivan's friend and his friend's father are taken away by the KGB and Ivan helps solve the problem. It's not just an escape story though, it is one of trusting in God and acting on faith. That's what really impressed me.

[Christopher Hachet · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is actually really good readable Christian YA fiction. Well developed believable characters, nice pacing, good plot development. I can't say enough good about the whole series. I read these as a boy and still love them!

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a fun page turner. I think it is definitely a series worth reading for children age 10-14. I felt like the incorporation of Christian faith was well done. It gives you an appreciation for freedom as well as it exposes you to life in Russia.

[Michal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read aloud with Zoe. It was a good peak into the persecuted church in Russia under Stalin.

[BNowa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Working slowly through the series, gives my kids glimpses into life behind the iron curtain

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good children's story. Christian historical fiction set it soviet Moscow.

[Rick Bavera · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good look at what life was like for Christians in Soviet-era Moscow.