Gewaagde ontsnapping

The London Chronicles #2

by Tricia Goyer, Carianne van Holst (Translator)

Wie redt de kinderen als het gevaar dichterbij komt?

Ondanks dat Hitler op gewelddadige wijze steeds meer van Europa annexeert, leidt de Amerikaanse Amity Mitchell een vrij comfortabel bestaan als privéonderwijzeres. Maar dat verandert als ze een dringend telegram krijgt van haar broer, Andrew, waarin hij haar smeekt naar Praag te komen. Nu de nazi’s hun greep op het land proberen te versterken, wordt het voor hem steeds moeilijker om Joodse kinderen te helpen ontsnappen uit Tsjecho-Slowakije. Amity weet dat ze Gods roeping om de kinderen te helpen niet kan negeren en besluit gehoor te geven aan Andrews verzoek.

Amity’s werkgever, Clark, volgt haar naar Praag om haar te vragen terug te komen, maar al snel draait het erop uit dat hij haar helpt. Samen met Amity en andere medewerkers treft hij voorbereidingen om een heel aantal kinderen veilig naar Engeland te brengen, terwijl de dreiging op een Duitse bezetting in rap tempo toeneemt.

Als het gevaar toeneemt en de Duitsers hun greep op het land meer en meer versterken, zet Amity met de hulp van Clark en anderen alles op alles om de onschuldige levens te redden, maar lukt het hun aan de Duitsers te ontsnappen, voordat het te laat is?

Gewaagde ontsnapping is het tweede deel van het tweeluik De goede strijd en vertelt het verhaal van een moedige vrouw die net voor het uitbreken van de Tweede Wereldoorlog haar comfortabele leven in Londen opoffert om te helpen met de kindertransporten in Tsjecho-Slowakije. Eerder verscheen Verborgen moed.

Genres: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, World War II, Fiction, Christian, Historical, Christian Historical Fiction

309 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2018

About the author

Tricia Goyer is a busy mom of ten, grandmother of two, and wife to John. Somewhere around the hustle and bustle of family life, she manages to find the time to write fictional tales delighting and entertaining readers and non-fiction titles offering encouragement and hope. A bestselling author, Tricia has published thirty-three books to date and has written more than 500 articles. She is a two time Carol Award winner, as well as a Christy and ECPA Award Nominee. In 2010, she was selected as one of the Top 20 Moms to Follow on Twitter by SheKnows.com. Tricia is also on the blogging team at MomLifeToday.com, TheBetterMom.com and other homeschooling and Christian sites.In addition to her roles as mom, wife and author, Tricia volunteers around her community and mentors teen moms. She is the founder of Hope Pregnancy Ministries in Northwestern Montana, and she currently leads a Teen MOPS Group in Little Rock, AR. Learn more about Tricia at www.triciagoyer.com.

Reviews

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Excellent WW2 story, set in England and Czechoslovakia in 1938-1939. The main characters, instead of being soldiers, doctors, nurses, and so on—as you might find in the average WW2 novel—are a governess, a writer, and a freshly bereaved Jewish widow and mother of two. The combination is excellent and unique, and the suspense is real as the Nazis march closer to Prague and Amity and her friends risk everything to rescue as many Jewish children as possible. Pavla, the mother, risks her life to take her children to Prague and send them to safety in England before the Nazis and the man who hates her can catch up with them.

Highly recommended.

Content:
Christian elements: Talk of the meaning of our belief; mentions the need for a Messiah; prayers and talk of faith.
No objectionable content. Squeaky clean, no sex, no swears.

Thanks to NetGalley for a free review copy. Favorable review not required.

[Julie Zimmett · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Daring Escape is one of the most well written novels I have read about the Holocaust and WWII in quite a while. I truly could NOT put it down and read late into the night to finish. Tricia Goyer writes a compelling account of the characters involvement in the kinder transports of Jewish children headed out of Europe and away from Hitler's evil clutches. She sets a very real fictional story against the tragic backdrop of the Holocaust. The characters, Amity, Andrew, Clark, Pavla, Celia, Emil, etc., all felt extremely real and identifiable, in their struggles to ensure they aided as many children as possible in the escape from Europe before it became too late. One aspect that truly touched me- as this is the first time I have read a Holocaust novel that was not written by a Jewish author- Ms. Goyer's very sympathetic and kind and real portrayal of the fear the Jewish people felt during this scary time in history. Ms. Goyer writes an accurate depiction of the desperation felt in the attempts to escape, and the admirable efforts by non-Jews to help the Jewish people. I could really feel Pavla's sadness and her longing to save her children even while mourning her husband who was murdered by the Gestapo. A Daring Escape is truly a must read. I cannot recommend this highly enough.

[writer... · Rating 5 out of 5]

WWII intrigue as the author reveals the monumental efforts involved in child emigration from Prague to Britain. The vast number of children is overwhelming added to accessing documentation for each child , language barriers and canvassing foreign adoptive homes. Crowded accommodations, limited resources for food, and the bravery of each mother's sacrifice to enable a hoped for safe future offers a compelling read.

[English · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot of mistakes (tea with cream. Can we just stop that please? We don't drink tea with cream in Britain and never have) of the previous title in the series, but I did enjoy the story. It is about the Kindertransport which isn't a subject which gets explored much. Amazing story.

[Kelly Bridgewater · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

A Daring Escape by Tricia Goyer is an interesting twist on a World War II story. I have read many World War II stories, and I have loved many of them. Lately many of the stories feature the effects of Hitler on different countries. Goyer picked Czechoslovakia. With a historical romance, I expect to be transported to a different time in history and see a budding romance. With A Daring Escape, I did learn more about the transporting of children out of Czechoslovakia, but the romance wasn't too gushy, which I enjoyed.

When reading a history novel, the writer needs to be able to take the readers on a journey to a different time period without stopping to explain things for the reader. It should flow uninterrupted for the reader. Goyer does a good job at this. I had no problem cementing myself in 1938 and 1939. The facts read like I was there traveling with Amity, Clark, Eli, and the hopeful survivors. I enjoyed the development of the time period.

As for the characters, I liked Amity, the main heroine. Most of the story was in her perspective. She had a heart to do her brother's work when she left her employer in England and traveled to Czechoslovakia to help transport Jewish children out to families in England. She was brave and thought of helping the children. Her brother, Andrew, makes an appearance in the beginning, then disappears for the rest of the novel. I always wondered if he was coming back, but it wasn't an important character to the novel.

The plot kept me focused, and I wanted to see what happened. Would Amity escape? How many children would they actually free? Clark, her employer from England, came to help out, and he stayed for a while and allowed Amity to stay even longer. She was gone for over six months. Maybe because that wouldn't happen in the 21st century, I found it hard to believe he would allow her to leave for that long. Even if he loved her. But I could be wrong. The climax at the end appeared weird too. Palva hasn't eaten much in a long time, but she found the energy to fight her captor. I didn't find that believable either.

The romance really wasn't your typical romance. Clark and Amity already had feelings for each other before he traveled to Czechoslovakia after her. They moved in a comfortable way and declared their feelings for each other. No gushing emotions all over the place, fighting their growing emotions.

Overall, A Daring Escape by Tricia Goyer showed me a different aspect of World War II, but coupled with the okay plot and a developed characters, I believe fans of World War II novels will enjoy this story. If you enjoy Cara Putnam, Kristy Cambron, and Kate Breslin, then this might be the perfect book for you.

I received a complimentary copy of A Daring Escape by Tricia Goyer from Harvest House Publishers, but the opinions stated are all my own.

[Karen R · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fans of World War 2 stories will want to snap this one up! Set mainly in Prague, Czechoslovakia in 1938, the pressure builds as Hitler's Third Reich grows, engulfing more of Europe. A young American woman desperately tries to arrange transport for the Jewish refugees trapped there, at the risk of her own life.

The plot premise and history of the story were intriguing; it had me imagining the terrible circumstances and decisions that came with them. To give a child a chance to survive the onslaught of the Nazi regime, they must have been so desperate to put them on a train in a stranger's care, holding onto a thread of hope that they would someday be reunited. The characters in the story were an interesting mix, and seemed realistic, from the valiant to the evil ones. The story seemed to drag a bit in parts, but the ending was a satisfying one.

Recommend to readers who enjoy historical Christian fiction with a little suspense and a hint of romance.
(An ebook was provided by NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.)

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
The pacing was great, and the characters were very well written. As a lover of historical fiction, I assumed the fact that I would like this book; especially after reading "A Secret Courage" another great novel by Tricia Goyer...and I wasn't mistaken. This book was fantastic!
"A Daring Escape" was a pager turner and left me wishing for more time when I had to put it down for the night.
If you enjoy fiction set in WWII I definitely recommend this for you!

[Trisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tricia Goyer did an amazing work, incorporating four main characters to make one amazing story! I learned so much about kindertransports, struggles during World War II, and how God used different people to make a difference in the midst of hard times.

From her role as a tutor to caring for Jewish children, Amity's life was one of love and sacrifice for others. She was a true servant of God and through her story, you could see her love for God and dependence on Him, even when it was going to be a hard road ahead!

I really loved Pelva's story (no details cause I want you to read it!), and how God was faithful, even when all seemed impossible. I highly recommend this book, and cannot wait for book #3 of The London Chronicles by Tricia!

I was given the opportunity to read this book by the publisher for an honest review.

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

"A Daring Escape" is a Christian historical set in England and Czechoslovakia from Dec. 12, 1938 to April 13, 1939. This is the second book in the series, but it has different main characters than those in the first book.

Amity's brother asks her to organize the efforts to register Jewish children in Czechoslovakia for kindertransports while he helps find sponsors for them in England. She feels God has called her to this potentially dangerous job. She works to save the children until after the Nazis invade and start questioning her about some of the people who are on those trains. The other point of view characters were: a Nazis who is searching for the wife of a Jewish man he killed so he can discover the hidden treasure her husband left behind. And the wife of the murdered man who has to flee with her children and face the agonizing choice of giving up her children to save their lives.

The characters were likable and acted in realistic ways. The suspense came from the physical danger to the good characters. The historical details and setting were woven into the story. The Christian element was mainly the willingness of various Christians to risk their lives to help Jews escape. There was no bad language or sex. Overall, I'd recommend this exciting novel.

I received a free ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

[Bree]

This author knows how to write historical fiction with faith layered into it. I couldn't put this beautiful book down, it was like time stood still and I was transported to the past. I highly recommend this book to historical fiction fans and christian fiction fans.

[Priya]

With every book I read that is set in the background of or is about WW2 and the people caught up in it, I learn more about the horrid war and the people caught in the clutches of Hitler.
But I also get to read about people who became heroes when the occasion most demanded, who did all they could to save other human beings, even if it meant risking their own lives!
This is one such story, set in Czechoslovakia during WW2. In 1938, Hitler's forces had occupied large parts of Czechoslovakia and started persecuting those who were enemies of the Reich.. Jews, intellectuals, Communists, none was spared. Couples married for years were cruelly separated, families were torn apart and people lost everything and fled to Prague, hoping to escape to England.
Pavla and her children are Jewish refugees who escaped from their house one dark night and are now dependent on the kindness of strangers and fate.
Amity Mitchell, an American citizen, is a tutor in London, far away from the effects of war at the time, when she is called to Czechoslovakia to help the Jewish refugees by her brother.
Once she arrives and understands the enormity of the task, Amity is determined to save as many people as she can, particularly the children, for whom she arranges kindertransport.
With thousands of parents having to send their children on these trains to keep them safe, Amity takes on the daunting task of finding sponsors for them in England.
As the German occupation of Prague nears, the situation becomes desperate and fraught with danger for Amity and Pavla.
Will they escape Hitler or be doomed to face whatever atrocities he has planned?
What stood out was Amity's courage and her insistence that she wanted to stay on and help as many people as she could.
It is clear that such selfless people were responsible for saving many lives that would have been lost to the war.
The writing is very smooth and the story flows from one character to the other effortlessly..
The budding relationship between Amity and her employer, Clark, who also helps her for a while in her mission, provides that light touch and a ray of hope for the future in the bleak atmosphere of war.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

American Amity Mitchell is employed as a private tutor in England when her half brother Andrew, a British citizen working for the British Home Office requests her presence in Czechoslovakia. Amity believes this will be be a short trip to help her brother register Jewish families seeking safe transport to England for their children and leaves for Europe over the Christmas holiday. After arriving in Prague, the young American sees for herself the destructive results of the November 9th, 1938 Kristallnacht and works tirelessly to secure transports for as many children as she can. Woven within Amity's story is the story of Palva Simonova, a Jewish mother, who is seeking a safe exit for herself and her two children. Her husband and in-laws had been rounded up on the night of the "broken glass" and were never seen alive again. Every day brings all closer to a full German occupation and what will be the end of any safe escape for Jewish refugees.

This title is classified under the "romance" genre and while there is a genuine romance building between Amity and her employer Clark Cartwright, the romance takes backstage to the growing tensions in Czechoslovakia. This novel draws one in and reads quickly, which in my case led me to think I had missed something as a plot against Palva unfolds. Turns out, there is a surprise twist; I did not misread anything but cannot share more. It seems like I've read many WWII novels recently, most of them written by Christian authors. Tricia Goyer's book presents yet another fresh and compelling look at the dangers of that time period. Her depiction of the Nazi hatred of the Jews and resulting twisted thought and behavior was bone chilling. I obtained a copy of A DARING ESCAPE from my library system.

[Kelly Tyree · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot say enough good things about A Daring Escape. The book is so well written and the characters are so well defined that you are immediately caught up in the book and it holds your interest right up until the very satisfying ending.

Amity Mitchell is working as a tutor for a wonderful family in England. She has a brother who is working in Czechoslovakia and he asks that she come and help him. Amity arrives and soon realizes the great need for the Jewish children. They are in danger and their parents are also in danger. Many of the Jews have been murdered by Hitler's regime. The parents and children have to go in hiding in refugee camps or with families that help them at a great risk. Amity begins to work with her brother to get the children out of Czechoslovakia and taken by train and ship to families that have agreed to sponsor them. This is dangerous and heart breaking work. To see family's love their children so much that they give them up so that they can live is amazing. What brews underneath this humanitarian effort is hatred from the Germans and when they come in to take over the city even Amity is in danger. You get a glimpse inside the life of a parent who is desperate to save her children and the persecution felt just based on your beliefs.

The book is so well written. I love the romance that blossoms for Amity and the surprise she gets when she returns home!

[Trisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found all of my senses fully engaged in this story right from the very first lines. Tricia Goyer weaves a story that will keep you turning pages and staying up late just to see what will happen next. I didn’t want to look away or put the book down for even a moment.

Amity is a heroine that faces her fears by putting her trust in God and walking in faith. She admits that she is afraid, and she presses on knowing that God will be with her. Even when it would have been safer and easier to return to England, she followed God’s leading on her heart. I admired that about her.

I was also deeply touched by the strength of character the Jewish mother’s had. To lead their children to safety. To put them on a train and send them away, while staying behind themselves. I can’t even begin to imagine how heart-rending it would be to put my young child on a train and send them away without me.

This story is filled with strong women, who trust in God even when it’s hard and they don’t understand. It is written so well that I felt like I was there in the story and wanting to help get as many children to safety as possible. It also gave me a new insight on the people who find themselves as displaced refugees today.

This second book in The London Chronicles is easily a stand-alone story. However, with that said, the first book is just as fantastic as this one is and you won’t want to miss the opportunity to read either of them. I give this story 4.5 stars and would encourage you to grab a copy.

(I borrowed a copy of this book from my local library for this review. I was not required to write a positive review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.)

[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a fan of Tricia Goyer, I’m not going to lie but this book was awesome. The imagery, the flow of the words and so many other things that had me on the edge of my seat waiting for what happened next. I knew a happy ending was in the works yet the book wasn’t predictable. There were a couple slight of hands that I saw through yet I was still surprised by the truth.
I was disappointed that Amity’s brother didn’t have a greater presence in the book even though it played well. I loved Amity’s strength, it wasn’t fake or unrealistic even when I was thinking that I would walk away in this situation the fact that she didn’t fit well with her character and heart.
This book is the telling of about four different stories that eventually converge and it was beautifully handled. There was no confusion and even when I was left at cliff wanting to know more of one before the author moved on to another I cannot really complain. The characters were lovely and well done, I could see them in my mind as I read. Their postures, mannerisms, voice, everything, I was truly drawn into this world.
If you love WWII novels, this is the book for you. If you love Tricia Goyer books, she does not disappoint. I received this book free from Netgalley and Harvest House Publishers for my honest opinion.

[Jessie Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

Astounding! I loved this book. It was a sit on the edge of your seat, biting your finger nails, nerve wracking book. I love that this book is so different from a lot of other ww2 books. Based in Czechoslovakia, it wasn’t centered around a concentration camp but instead around kindertransport. I could feel a little of the fear of the children and mothers who were trying to protect them. I feel like I learned a great deal through reading this book; not only about ww2 but about Czechoslovakia and their connection to the third Reich, the people who lived there, women and children during the war, and those who risked their lives to save others. There were some major plot twists and turns and unexpected things. The author did a great job making you think one thing for half he book and then bam! Nope here’s how it really is! Loved that. The author really did a fabulous job developing the story, setting and characters. They were so believable, didn’t do what you might expect them to do and were layer upon layer deep. This is an unforgettable book! One I would recommend to everyone! So good. Loved it.
I received a digital copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

"So many lists. . .. .some for life, some for death."

When private tutor Amity Mitchell travels from London, England to Prague, Czechoslovakia, the country is on the cusp of total German occupation. Being summoned by her brother, whose work with the British government involves rescuing Jewish children from Nazi atrocities, she works furiously to process the mandatory documentation needed by each child. Leaving behind her employer Clark Cartwright and his beloved daughter Celia, becomes increasingly difficult as the days turn into weeks, yet Amity is confident that she is walking down the path that God has shown her.

Pavla Simonova ignores her grief and pushes forward to escape Jivova, Czechoslovakia with her two children, following the vicious deaths of her husband and in-laws. Desperate to reach Prague, where trains to England are said to be available, she has no idea of the danger lurks between the shadows, but is certain that their family legacy will be preserved if only her children can experience life beyond Hitler's hatred.

This author has woven an incredible amount of history into this story, which made it quite fascinating through-out. "The London Chronicles" is proving itself to be an outstanding series.

[Michelle Kidwell · Rating 5 out of 5]


A Daring Escape
by Tricia Goyer
Harvest House Publishers
Christian , Historical Fiction
Pub Date 01 Jan 2018

I am reviewing a copy of A Daring Escape through Harvest House Publishers and Netgalley:
Europe is at the brink of the Second World War.
Amity Mitchell is an American woman living a comfortable life in England working as a tutor when an urgent telegram changes everything.

World War 2 is looming on the horizon. Amity Mitchell is living a comfortable life in England until her brother summons her to Prague.

The Nazi forces are tightening their hold on the country and Andrew needs help getting as many Jewish children out of the country. Amity knows this is God's Call to help these children so she can not refuse.

Amity's boss heads to Prague to convince her to come back but instead helps with the kinder-transports, will they make it safely to England or not?

Find out in A Daring Escape!

Five out of five stars!

[Amy S · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was the second book in the London Chronicles series by Tricia Goyer. It could really be a stand alone book because none of the characters from book one are in this book but it is WWII era. It was historical fiction and dealt with transporting Jewish refugees, mostly children, from Czechoslovakia to freedom in England. War is a terrible thing and the women and children suffer greatly. It took me forever to finish this book but not because it was not good or any other reason other than the pandemic of this COVID19 was in full swing. I was more occupied with trying to find yeast to make bread, tracking down stores with toilet paper, helping my daughter, who has six children, find toilet paper, and homeschooling a fifteen-year-old. Now it's summer and I'm going to restock because everyone says come winter we'll be in another go round of COVID. Hope you have time to read this book because it really is a great book. Blessings.

[Pam Burke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tricia Goyer's A Daring Escape is the second in her London Chronicles series about World War II. The story is both heartbreaking and inspiring in its account of a very challenging aspect of the war's history -- the rescue of children from Czechoslovakia to England and other locations as Hitler's forces were overtaking their homeland.

Tricia's passion for World War II history and her in-depth research as she writes her books shine through in this story. While the characters and their stories might be fictional, they are based on and inspired by the courageous actions of real people who were willing to sacrifice for the well-being of so many. Tricia brings her story alive through her well-developed characters and their actions and feelings.

Fans of great historical fiction from the World War II era should be informed and inspired by this fascinating story.

[Anne Rightler · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Daring Escape by Tricia Goyer is a compelling story of the Czechoslovakian kinder transport program during World War II. Strong and vibrant characters whose stories draw the reader in right from the start. A riveting plot that is masterfully written with realistic dialogue and descriptive scenes, intrigue, suspense and a sweet romance. A poignant story of families being torn apart, a reminder of the horrors of war and its impact, a story that is grippingly honest and made me wonder what happened to the children who were rescued. The author has done a wonderful job with this historical novel and I look forward to reading more of her works. I received a complimentary copy of the book from NetGalley and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

[Connie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've had this book on my TBR pile for a while. It's an older book and the first I've read by this author. It is set in 1938 and 1939, just before the beginning of World War II. But the tensions that gave rise to the war have already begun wreaking havoc on the people of Europe. This book especially gives a look into the kindertransports that began during this time. It was heart-wrenching to read a fictional story and I can't imagine finding a non-fiction book that tells the same thing. The author did a good job of telling the story both from the perspective of people attempting to leave safely and of the ones who were trying to help accomplish these transports.
Any errors in the above information is purely my own. I tried to correctly pinpoint the review in the time frame.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Better than the first book in the series! I really enjoyed A Daring Escape by Tricia Goyer. Such bravery in a time of troubles and sorrow. Amity, a private tutor, takes a trip to Prague to help her brother organize transportation for Jewish children before the Germans invade. Pavla is trying to get her children on one of the transports and to safety after her husband and in-laws were killed. Can they escape the coming invasion? There is danger, betrayal and romance. I can't wait for the next book in the series.

I received this book from NetGalley for my review and all opinions are my own.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the majority of this book in one setting. It was a very engrossing look at pre-WW2 in Czechoslovakia and the kindertransports. Most WW2 novels I have bread are focused on the camps, Austria, Poland, or Germany. This is the first book I can remember that is set in Czechoslovakia. The setting, characters and plot are well written, there is some conflict and slight mystery and it is well developed and the resolution is satisfying.
I enjoyed the first book in the series and I have really enjoyed this book. I cannot wait to see what Goyer writes next!

Thanks to Netgalley and publishers for a copy of the book. All opinions are my own.

[Janine Villanueva · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I admired the main character, Amity Mitchell. Despite having a great job as a tutor, WWII begins and her life is turned upside down. Her brother reaches out to Amity, asking for her help in rescuing Jewish children. However, Amity is hesitant to take on this role. She also fears for herself as she knows the consequences for helping these children. But Amity cannot ignore the small voice nagging her to become involved.

As a lover of historical fiction, this novel was up my alley and has been added to my list of favorites. I highly recommend!

I received a complimentary copy of this novel and have voluntarily posted a review.

[Caty Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another charming novel by Goyer! I personally enjoy historical fiction, so I enjoyed this book and the first in the London Chronicles. In this book the author really helps you feel and understand more about the emotions of the people who were there during the beginning of WW2 and the Holocaust. Goyer creates such likeable characters. It is hard not to like her stories and embrace the characters and their emotions. The way the characters' stories were weaved together wasn't perfect. It took a while to see where the sub plot was going, but overall when I finished the book, it fit together pretty well. Definitely a good read that had me tearing up at a couple of points.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

WWII stories fascinate me these days and this one is a keeper! Set in Prague, Checkoslavakia, just before Hitler invaded, our heroine, Amity Mitchell, works feverishly to rescue Jewish children. We get scared with her with the chances she takes, admire her courage and breathe a sigh of relief every time a trainload of children head for safety. We are sad for the parents who let them go, especially knowing, in our hind sight, what their fates probably were. Thank you for sharing this thriller with us, Tricia Goyer, and reminding us that it could be our generation.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

*thank you to Netgalley and Harvest House Publishers for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

3.5 stars.

This was like a complete turn around from what I was expecting but in a really good way. I was expecting something light an easy to read, which given that its about WW2 I should have known better. It was so interesting too. Most WW2 books I've read are so different from this type of story. I'm glad that I read it as its brought back my love for these kinds of stories. I will definitely be keeping an eye on this author.

[Janice Dick · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second of The London Chronicles series, A Daring Escape, tells of a young American woman who has been tutoring in England. When her brother, who is in the British Home Office, appeals for her help in Prague, she agrees, only to find herself in the midst of German occupation. Amity Mitchell does her best to arrange transport to England for as many Jewish children as possible, risking her freedom and possibly her life in the process.

A well-told story of the plight of Jews in the way of Hitler's advance. Fear, courage, betrayal, forgiveness, freedom...

[Joy Kidney · Rating 5 out of 5]

This delightful historical novel begins with a mystery about hidden treasure, then takes the reader back to England during the early days of Hitler's conquest of Europe. Because of her brother, a young American--in England as a tutor--becomes involved with helping displaced Jewish children escape from Czechoslovakia until it becomes too dangerous. A gentle love story is also a bonus. The history of King Wenceslas of the Christmas carol is noted, from the same area. The book returns to the treasure, hidden by an earlier generation of some of the main characters. A very satisfying story.