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4.4 AVERAGE
I don't have adequate words to describe how deeply impressed my heart is by this book. wow.
I was required to read this book for my History of Christianity class. I now must say that this is one of the best books that I have ever been forced to read for a class! Throughout the entire book I was struck by the enormous faith of the Ten Boom family- this is the way that Christianity was meant to be lived out. I highly recommend this novel- you won't be able to walk away untouched.
I think the absolute reality of it all shakes me. I've been trying to read this ever since I was little but I just couldn't bring myself to do so since I cried every time something bad happened, I'm relieved and grateful to have finally finished.
This book is simply beautiful and terrifying, the suffering was depicted in a vague manner yet the fear in everyone was hauntingly vivid. I might never stop crying about the bravery of both the old and the youth Jews during those dark times, of the families who risked their lives to protect others. I mourn Kik, who was a brave young man, I wish he had been given more time, God bless his soul.
It's a given that I want to visit the Beje someday where it proudly stands in Haarlem. To be in the very room of the hiding place would break me for sure, but I would also revel in its greatness.
This book is simply beautiful and terrifying, the suffering was depicted in a vague manner yet the fear in everyone was hauntingly vivid. I might never stop crying about the bravery of both the old and the youth Jews during those dark times, of the families who risked their lives to protect others. I mourn Kik, who was a brave young man, I wish he had been given more time, God bless his soul.
It's a given that I want to visit the Beje someday where it proudly stands in Haarlem. To be in the very room of the hiding place would break me for sure, but I would also revel in its greatness.
I have been wanting to read this book for a while. I am glad I finally did. Such a good read.
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Antisemitism
Moderate: Child death, Death, Genocide
I got this book as my confirmation present from the Anglican church I was a congregant of at the time. It was a good choice - I suspect it kept me identifying with the Church for a few years longer than I would have otherwise. It is a powerfully written book, with a compelling message about the power of forgiveness and the importance of doing what is right. Ten Boom appears almost to emotionally float through the Holocaust protected by her faith, taking enormous risks to operate an underground network for Jews, and eventually ending up imprisoned. Her moments of human weakness seem far and few between, and her sister Betsie is presented as saint-like figure whose own complete faith enables her to be constantly serene and at peace.
The book has some contradictory messages for budding feminists. Even at 13, enthralled by the heroism, I could see that Corrie's practicality and supreme organisational skills saved more lived than Betsie's saintly passivity. I could also see Corrie's personal fulfilment came through her work, he faith inspired her, but alone did not satisfy her.
Re-reading the book 25 years later, as an athiest, the book still holds up. Contrasting with most works published by religious publishers, Ten Boom's humility shines through the book. Religion and faith are used by many to justify discrimination, persecution and abuse. Ten Boom is an example of someone using faith to sustain herself in a fight for human solidarity, and against discrimination, abuse and genocide.
The book has some contradictory messages for budding feminists. Even at 13, enthralled by the heroism, I could see that Corrie's practicality and supreme organisational skills saved more lived than Betsie's saintly passivity. I could also see Corrie's personal fulfilment came through her work, he faith inspired her, but alone did not satisfy her.
Re-reading the book 25 years later, as an athiest, the book still holds up. Contrasting with most works published by religious publishers, Ten Boom's humility shines through the book. Religion and faith are used by many to justify discrimination, persecution and abuse. Ten Boom is an example of someone using faith to sustain herself in a fight for human solidarity, and against discrimination, abuse and genocide.
An amazing true story of one Dutch Christian's women struggle in a concentration camp in Germany in WWII. A true testament to her amazing faith. I can't add to other reviews...but a definite must read for any Christian.
This is a must-read. No one should forget about either the absolute cruelty that humans are capable of or the power of forgiveness. It is not a comfortable read, but not wanting to know something doesn’t mean you shouldn’t know it. This book will remain with you for quite some time.
A wonderful and moving account of two very faithful women (and indeed many others) who joined the Dutch resistance in ww2. Powerful testimony.
That was a surprisingly amazing book. It tells the story of Cornelia (Corrie) ten Boom during World War II and her work with the Resistance and in concentration camps in Germany. Yes, I know this book is very religious because that is Corrie's message, that through all of your struggles, God will be there for you to help you through this. I'm not a religious person but even I could appreciate this book. I cried when people died and smiled when positive things happened. It doesn't take a religious person to appreciate the beauty of this book.