Rumors of War (Children of the Promise, #1)
by Dean Hughes
Rumors of War by Dean Hughes holds a highly rated rating of 4.25 out of 5, based on 10K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 500 pages.
About Rumors of War
"Every era has its own refiner's fire, and World War II put general Church membership and Utah to a test," Dean Hughes explains. In Children of the Promise, his first historical fiction series for adults, Dean shows through the eyes of the Thomas family how LDS families were tested to the limit. "Most people agree it was a fascinating time in world and American history. In fact, there is a charm and nostalgia about that dramatic period," says the author. Dean weaves in those aspects among the conflict in the series. The first volume, Rumors of War opens in 1938 with Elder Alex Thomas and his companion serving in Germany. It soon becomes obvious that he will never complete his mission. War is coming, and that will affect not only Elder Thomas but also his family back home in Salt Lake City.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dean Hughes |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 500 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Religion & Spirituality, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.25 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,995 |
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What genre is Rumors of War?
Rumors of War is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Rumors of War worth reading?
Based on 10K reader ratings, Rumors of War has an average score of 4.25 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Rumors of War?
Rumors of War has 500 pages.
Who wrote Rumors of War?
Rumors of War was written by Dean Hughes. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for Rumors of War?
The ISBN-13 for Rumors of War is 9781573451990.0.
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