Medallion for Seniors

Christy Award Winner! An Illuminating Tale of Courage, Sacrifice, and Survival

For fans of bestselling World War II fiction like Sarah's Key and The Nightingale, The Medallion offers a captivating narrative that delves into the profound impact of Hitler's mad war. This illuminating tale paints a stunning portrait of the ravages of war and its aftermath, daring readers to believe that even in the darkest of times, God can make a way forward.

The story unfolds against the backdrop of the German blitzkrieg of Warsaw in 1939, which transforms the city's streets into a war zone and shatters the lives of its citizens – Polish, Jewish, and otherwise. At the heart of the narrative are the intertwining lives of two couples whose fates become inextricably linked.

Sophie Kumiega, a British bride working in the city's library, eagerly awaits news of her husband, Janek, who has been deployed with the Polish Air Force. Determined to keep herself and her unborn child safe, Sophie soon finds herself compelled to aid those around her, despite the ever-present dangers.

Across the city, Rosa and Itzhak Dunovich never imagined welcoming their first child in the Jewish ghetto, nor did they ever expect to face the agonizing decision to send their daughter into hiding to save her life. As the daily atrocities intensify, Rosa is forced to make the heartbreaking choice, clinging to the hope of finding her child again after the war – if any of them survive. The only link between them is a medallion that Rosa cuts in half, placing one piece around her daughter's neck.

Inspired by true events from Poland's darkest days and its bravest heroes, The Medallion is a testament to the human spirit's resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. Through the intertwined narratives of these characters, the novel explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the redemptive power of love, even in the midst of the most devastating circumstances.

Ultimately, The Medallion dares readers to believe that even when all seems lost, God can provide a way forward, guiding the characters through the trials of war and offering the promise of hope and redemption. This powerful and poignant story is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, captivating them with its vivid depiction of the human experience during one of the darkest chapters in history.

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