A Place to Hide

SKU: 9781250388445
A Place to Hide

A Place to Hide

SKU: 9781250388445
Author: Ronald H. Balson
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At a glance

🕯️ Historical Tone
Emotional, suspenseful, deeply human, richly atmospheric
⚡ Pace
Character-driven, immersive, emotionally gripping
🌍 Vibes
Nazi occupation, hidden refugees, moral courage, wartime resistance
👑 Themes
Survival, sacrifice, courage, family, justice
🧠 Emotional Journey
Enduring fear and loss while holding onto compassion, hope, and resilience
🔥 Hook
During the Nazi occupation of Europe, ordinary people risk everything to shelter those in danger, uncovering profound acts of courage, sacrifice, and humanity amid unimaginable fear
👀 Perfect For
Fans of emotionally powerful World War II fiction and historical family dramas

Theodore “Teddy” Hartigan is the scion of a wealthy Washington, D.C. family, settled into a comfortable job at the State Department and a placid diplomat’s career. Then in 1938, as Hitler’s inexorable rise continues, he is assigned to the US Consulate in Amsterdam.

Teddy’s job is to process visa applications, and by 1939, refugees from Nazi-conquered Poland, Austria, and other countries are desperate to secure safe passage to America. As Hitler sweeps through France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, and Holland, the screws tighten and law after virulent law is passed to threaten the lives of Jews. When Teddy and his girlfriend Sara are introduced to an orphaned girl named Katy, who has been abandoned on the grounds of a nursery school, they agree to adopt her. But Teddy realises that he holds the key to saving lives, whether five, fifty, or five hundred - and makes the dangerous decision to join with underground groups and use his position at the Consulate to rescue those with no other avenue of escape.

Book details

Format
C-Format
Reading age
18+
Pages
304
Publisher
St Martin's Press
Published
17 September 2024
Language
English
ISBN
9781250388445

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About the Author:

Ronald Balson, renowned for his compelling historical fiction, has captivated readers with his masterful storytelling and emotional depth. Best known for works like Once We Were Brothers and Karolina's Twins, Balson artfully blends history, suspense, and human connection in his novels. His ability to weave intricate narratives rooted in real historical events, often from World War II, provides readers with an immersive and poignant literary experience. Balson's characters resonate deeply, as their personal struggles and hopes mirror larger universal themes of justice, resilience, and morality. His books not only entertain but also educate, offering a powerful exploration of history through the lens of human stories.

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