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All My Love, Detrick #3
The Promised Land
Zofia Weiss, a Jewish woman with a painful past, stands at the dock, holding the hand of a little girl.
She is about to board The SS Exodus, bound for Palestine with only her life, a dream, and a terrifying secret.
As her eyes scan the crowds of people, she sees a familiar face. Her heart pounds and beads of sweat form on her forehead…
The Nazis have surrendered. Zofia survived the Holocaust, but she lives in constant fear. The one person who knows her dark secret is a sadistic SS officer with the power to destroy the life she’s working so hard to rebuild.
Will he ever find her and the innocent child she has sworn to protect?
She is about to board The SS Exodus, bound for Palestine with only her life, a dream, and a terrifying secret.
As her eyes scan the crowds of people, she sees a familiar face. Her heart pounds and beads of sweat form on her forehead…
The Nazis have surrendered. Zofia survived the Holocaust, but she lives in constant fear. The one person who knows her dark secret is a sadistic SS officer with the power to destroy the life she’s working so hard to rebuild.
Will he ever find her and the innocent child she has sworn to protect?
412 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 12, 2015
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Roberta Kagan
70 books640 followersI’m an American writer of Jewish and Romany decent. I write Historical Fiction and Historical Romance, most of which is set during the holocaust. Although I never discount the horrors of the time period, the main focus of my work is on ordinary people who prove to be strong heroic characters in unfathomable circumstances.
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December 19, 2015
By Phyllis Eisenstadt on August 31, 2015
MS. KAGAN DID IT AGAIN...YET ANOTHER WINNER!
“The Promised Land,” the third and last of Roberta Kagan’s “All My Love, Detrick” series, does not disappoint; in fact, it more than fulfills expectations. It involves the day-to-day struggles of the Jewish people under Hitler’s Reich and the necessity of fleeing their homeland and finding a safe haven. The unique voices of the characters, their experiences, and the ebb and flow of their various emotions tug at your heartstrings and evoke profound sympathy for the victims. Zofia, the heroine, epitomizes all Holocaust victims; everything was taken from her--people, possessions, her home.
At one point in the book, Katja and Rachel find and heal a wounded bird and then have the gratification of watching it fly away. The reader cannot help but associate this incident that seemed to mirror friends and family scattering and going their separate ways in order to survive.
This Holocaust book has unexpected twists and turns; yet throughout the pathos, the heroine’s gentle demeanor prevails. You cry with her, you hurt for her, you laugh with her. You also find yourself cheering for her daughter, Katja, whose goal was to find her place in The Promised Land.
January 2, 2018
The Promised Land (All My Love, Detrick #3) by Roberta Kagan is an emotion read that follows a Holocaust survivor as she cares for the child she raises. It is an interesting read and I haven't read the first two books. This one is more about the child as she grows and realizes her background. Good historical fiction.
July 30, 2016
I loved, loved LOVED The Promise Land by Roberta Kagan. This book really took the elements of the first two books, All My Love, Detrick and You Are My Sunshine, and connected all the characters past and present. I can't wait to read To Be An Israeli, the fourth book in this series. If you have the opportunity read all the books in the All My Love, Detrick series. You won't be sorry. I highly recommend them.
September 17, 2017
Sigh...I'm done with this series. Although I liked that a lot of loose ends with former characters are tied up in this book, it dragged and just fell flat for me, plus a lot of the fiction part is just implausible. An ongoing family saga about WWII, the Nazis, the Jewish Holocaust, the creation of Israel...the subject matter is huge and promises to be deep, emotional, rich in detail...but the writing just doesn't live up to the promise. I'm really surprised at all the 5 star reviews! I just don't care enough about these characters to continue tormenting myself with the lousy writing and worse editing, even for free. Done.
December 21, 2023
Majority of this book was just good for me. But the last third had me tearing up 🥹
November 20, 2018
The Promised Land (book 3)
Roberta Kagan's, The Promised Land is an entirely engaging read at many levels. There are human love stories, love of country stories, tales of ambition and treachery, bravery and persistence and above all; the abiding reality of Jewish history. I stumbled into this series at the third book and I am excited by the opportunity to discover the rest of the story.
Roberta Kagan's, The Promised Land is an entirely engaging read at many levels. There are human love stories, love of country stories, tales of ambition and treachery, bravery and persistence and above all; the abiding reality of Jewish history. I stumbled into this series at the third book and I am excited by the opportunity to discover the rest of the story.
March 13, 2017
This is book 3 in a 5-book series. The first two books take place during the holocaust in Germany and Poland. This third one is about the post-WWII exodus to the newly formed Israel. Most reviewers raved about this book, so even though I didn't enjoy the first two very much, I persevered through this one. But I found it rather weak. I enjoyed the stories about Nazi's hiding out in South America after the war. But I rather disliked the "romance" stories. The characters are weakly written and to me, it was just filler. In fact, I must confess I skimmed quickly through most of the romance stuff. I won't read any more of Kagan's books. Many years ago I read "Exodus" by Leon Uris, and consider that the ultimate historical fiction book about the settling of Israel. Maybe I'll re-read Uris's book again and see if I still enjoy it as much -- my tastes have changed over the years.
May 9, 2017
Another page turner
If you have ever read Roberta Kagan, you know that she is an amazing author and she never disappoints. This book is no exception. For those of you who have never read any of her books, begin at book one and go from there, you will not be disappointed! I love how Roberts weaves her stories and ties her characters together. Her storylines jive together so effortlessly. I always feel drawn into the stories and the imagery created transports me back in time. All I can say is wow!
If you have ever read Roberta Kagan, you know that she is an amazing author and she never disappoints. This book is no exception. For those of you who have never read any of her books, begin at book one and go from there, you will not be disappointed! I love how Roberts weaves her stories and ties her characters together. Her storylines jive together so effortlessly. I always feel drawn into the stories and the imagery created transports me back in time. All I can say is wow!
December 2, 2017
Pure heartbreak and love
WWII and life for the Jewish. Story of survival and things that only war time could produce. Bless the survivors and their families for having been through such horrific times and kept going.
Thankyou Roberta another brilliant historical fiction
WWII and life for the Jewish. Story of survival and things that only war time could produce. Bless the survivors and their families for having been through such horrific times and kept going.
Thankyou Roberta another brilliant historical fiction
October 2, 2019
This novel is the 3rd in the All My Love, Dietrick series. Although I enjoyed reading it, for me it was not at the same par as the 2nd novel in the series which I gave a 4 rating to. There was a lot of repetition in this one going over events that had happened in the 1st and 2nd novels. The novel is set in Israel after Isaac, Zofia, and their adopted daughter Katja have settled at a kibbutz in Israel.
This book is set in Israel and focuses on Katja, the daughter Zofia raised up after taking her from the German mother who had adopted her from the Lebensborn program initiated by the Nazis. As a young adult, she ends up going on a search to find out her true birth origins. I never did really warm up entirely to her character. There is much more to the novel but I don't want to spoil it for others.
I have been reading this series as Kindle books.
This book is set in Israel and focuses on Katja, the daughter Zofia raised up after taking her from the German mother who had adopted her from the Lebensborn program initiated by the Nazis. As a young adult, she ends up going on a search to find out her true birth origins. I never did really warm up entirely to her character. There is much more to the novel but I don't want to spoil it for others.
I have been reading this series as Kindle books.
December 17, 2023
Mixed Feelings
Well this is definitely a first for me with one of this authors works. I didn't love it and I didn't dislike it but it certainly isn't one of my favorites of hers. I found sections of it slow, drawn out and surprisingly boring. I also felt there was way too much repetition (if you read it you'll quickly realize it). However, there were some really interesting and exciting moments that kept me reading and moving on to the next book in the series. I hope this was just a fluke.
Well this is definitely a first for me with one of this authors works. I didn't love it and I didn't dislike it but it certainly isn't one of my favorites of hers. I found sections of it slow, drawn out and surprisingly boring. I also felt there was way too much repetition (if you read it you'll quickly realize it). However, there were some really interesting and exciting moments that kept me reading and moving on to the next book in the series. I hope this was just a fluke.
January 12, 2025
Secrets come out
What makes a family and who you are? Blood,genetics,love,acceptance? Karma has to make sense of all of this when she finds out the truth of her lineage. The third in a series this story can also stand alone. Kagan does a wonderful job of intertwining the characters from the previous books but explains things concisely if you haven't read them.
What makes a family and who you are? Blood,genetics,love,acceptance? Karma has to make sense of all of this when she finds out the truth of her lineage. The third in a series this story can also stand alone. Kagan does a wonderful job of intertwining the characters from the previous books but explains things concisely if you haven't read them.
March 16, 2019
Wonderful book!
This author’s books are so good. I feel as if I know the characters & am disappointed when they end because it’s like losing track of friends. Can’t wait to read the next one! Highly recommend this author.
This author’s books are so good. I feel as if I know the characters & am disappointed when they end because it’s like losing track of friends. Can’t wait to read the next one! Highly recommend this author.
May 11, 2019
Great Read
I can't wait to read book 4 of this excellent series about the Jewish struggle. Roberts Kagan does an amazing job of portraying the history using fictional characters. I highly recommend reading this serirs.
I can't wait to read book 4 of this excellent series about the Jewish struggle. Roberts Kagan does an amazing job of portraying the history using fictional characters. I highly recommend reading this serirs.
June 29, 2022
Revelations and heartbreak.
Another easy five stars read. Katya is the main focus of the story. The fate of Manfred Blau becomes intertwined with that of his adopted daughter with devastating results. Katya has a secret admirer in Mendel, but to her he is a brother figure. Life in a kibbutz is vividly portrayed and emotions constantly fluctuate in this moving novel.
Another easy five stars read. Katya is the main focus of the story. The fate of Manfred Blau becomes intertwined with that of his adopted daughter with devastating results. Katya has a secret admirer in Mendel, but to her he is a brother figure. Life in a kibbutz is vividly portrayed and emotions constantly fluctuate in this moving novel.
October 29, 2023
least we forget.
Couldn’t put the book down. The story is beautiful, the history is a reminder that horrible people can control a Country and it’s people and cause them to turn on each other. The crimes are unspeakable and unforgivable.
Couldn’t put the book down. The story is beautiful, the history is a reminder that horrible people can control a Country and it’s people and cause them to turn on each other. The crimes are unspeakable and unforgivable.
January 23, 2024
Very graphic story of the Holocaust. Not suitable for every reader. I wasn't prepared for all the horror. Some immortality, violence, and foul language. The story line was good, and it made me hurt for the Jewish people.
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November 27, 2016
This land is my land
I have read the first two books of this series. They have educated me on this time in history. Though disturbing I plan to read the next book.
I have read the first two books of this series. They have educated me on this time in history. Though disturbing I plan to read the next book.
May 16, 2017
A poor read!
A waste of time. Pablem written on a fifth grade level. Not worth the price . Don't buy even at .49 cents.
A waste of time. Pablem written on a fifth grade level. Not worth the price . Don't buy even at .49 cents.
June 22, 2017
Great sequel
Can't wait to start the one in the series! I've really enjoyed the whole series immensely and have learned a lot about WWII and the Nazi regime.
Can't wait to start the one in the series! I've really enjoyed the whole series immensely and have learned a lot about WWII and the Nazi regime.
July 1, 2017
Great
This series has been wonderful. Tying all the chacters together has taken a great deal of talent and made for a wonderful story. I am anxious to read number four.
This series has been wonderful. Tying all the chacters together has taken a great deal of talent and made for a wonderful story. I am anxious to read number four.
July 26, 2017
I tire of all the love stories that seem to overshadow the historical part for which I read historical fiction!
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September 4, 2017
Wow! A great read!
I found this book to be a very interesting read. I cannot wait until your next book arrives. Thank you!
I found this book to be a very interesting read. I cannot wait until your next book arrives. Thank you!
June 12, 2018
Anxious to begin book 4 of this series.
I have read books 1-3 and look forward to reading book 4. I recommend this series to Christians, Gentiles and Jews.
I have read books 1-3 and look forward to reading book 4. I recommend this series to Christians, Gentiles and Jews.
December 25, 2018
The end of the series
Little disappointing. The ending was incomplete. The narrative was a bit slow and repetitive. I lost interest.
No excitement too follow
Little disappointing. The ending was incomplete. The narrative was a bit slow and repetitive. I lost interest.
No excitement too follow
January 20, 2019
Very easy to follow. It let you know the hardship that the people were going thru just to get food to eat.
May 22, 2019
Great book Love the story line
March 18, 2020
Really enjoying this whole series!
September 6, 2020
A good sequel to previous series book....
September 25, 2020
I loved the first 2 books in this series And was excited to read this one. I was very disappointed it was boring and I couldn’t get into the story so I stopped reading it
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