Welcome to the blog tour for Our Daughters’ Last Hope by Elaine Stock! Since I read the first book in this series I have been anxiously awaiting for this release. I highly encourage you to check it out!
About the Book
Our Daughter's Last Hope Author Elaine Stock
Series: Resilient Women of WWII Trilogy
on September 19, 2022
Genres: Fiction / Historical / World War II
Amazon | Barnes and NobleA mesmerizing story, set during one of the world’s most harrowing carnages, of two mothers as they cross enemy lines for the sake of their daughters’ futures.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands 1940 Herta, and her family, Jewish refugees, are living contentedly until the Nazi invasion, which echoes the persecution and fear they experienced before fleeing Germany. Across town, another wife and mother, Julia, also faces upheaval when her husband becomes more involved in the Nazis’ effort in controlling the world.
When their husbands go missing, one accused falsely of crimes and the other to fight on behalf of the Nazis, Herta, despite the heartache, takes charge and places her daughters into hiding believing they’ll keep safe. Meanwhile, Julia, as the only parent home, chooses to redefine family. These unexpected developments bring Herta and Julia together… until their true identities surface and they’re thrown into dangerous consequences that could harm not only them but their daughters.
Following We Shall Not Shatter, Book 1 of the Resilient Women of WWII Trilogy, this story of friendship questions whether two mothers, acting to ensure their children’s future, can put aside the issues of faith and heritage that could bring the Nazis right to their doorstep.
My Perspective
Elaine Stock writes the most beautiful, heart warming, soul stirring stories I have ever read. She is not afraid to put emotion into her characters and their stories. She isn’t afraid to write about hard time periods. You can see the tireless hours of research she must have spent before penning these novels, because every little detail is so carefully placed on the page. Stock makes you want to jump into the story and help the characters, encourage them, pray with them, and just be a part of their story.
Herta and Julia were such wonderfully written heroines, each with their own hurts and fear, but together a winning a combination. They were strong, and often made my ponder how I might have reacted to their circumstances. Most likely not as brave. But they made you believe that you might. And that is what makes Stock such an amazing story teller. She makes you believe in the characters, yes, but also in yourself. I can’t really describe it. Just to say you’re going to have to check this out for yourself. Get tissues, a warm blanket, and some cocoa, it’s going to be a long (but worth it!) ride. Your emotions will go all over the place, but when you reach the ending, you will not regret one single moment.
I highly encourage historical fiction fans to read not only this charming book, but the first book in the series as well. I can’t wait to see what comes next! I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
About the Author
Elaine Stock writes Historical Fiction, exploring home, family and friendships throughout time. She enjoys creating stories showing how all faiths, races, and belief systems are interconnected and need each other.
Elaine’s grandparents, on both sides of her family, narrowly escaped World War II by immigrating from Poland and Austria to the US. Fascinated by the strong will of people to overcome the horrors from this era, she wrote We Shall Not Shatter, Book 1 of the Resilient Women of WWII Trilogy inspired by her deaf great aunt who was left behind as a teenager in Poland and perished in the Holocaust, while her other deaf siblings were permitted to enter the US when their young ages helped them to circumvent medically-revealing exams. Other extended family members also remained in Poland to lose their lives in the Holocaust.
Although multi-published in award-winning Inspirational Fiction, and a past blogger and online magazine contributor, Elaine now pens novels for the General reading audience. She is a member of Women’s Fiction Writers Association and The Historical Novel Society. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she has now been living in upstate, rural New York with her husband for more years than her stint as a city gal. She enjoys long walks down country roads, visiting New England towns, and of course, a good book.
This book sounds amazing. Great review!
My favorite genre. Would love to read. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for this amazing review, Jessica! I am so happy that you enjoyed the read and we thank you for hosting the tour!
Amy
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