The life story of Corrie ten Boom--a female Dutch watchmaker, whose family transformed their house into a hiding place straight out of a spy novel to shelter Jews and refugees from the Nazis during Gestapo raids.
The extraordinary bravery of Corrie Ten Boom is eclipsed only by her ability to find faith and hope in utter darkness. Perfect for readers of biography and history.
Loftis... turns up diaries and letters from others in ten Boom’s circle as well as a trove of photographs that enable him to tell a detailed, moving story ... A story of unbelievable suffering and courage that deserves to be told.
Loftis emphasizes how Corrie’s faith maintained her through the war ... This is a well-researched and often captivating portrait of a remarkable woman.