The Hope Before Us

By: Elyse Larson

Narrated by: Vanessa Benjamin

Length: 13 hrs and 56 mins

Publisher's summary

Contending valiantly against the Nazi threat in war-torn Europe, two sisters unite to thwart a sinister plan in this third book in Elyse Larson's Women of Valor series.

Uncovering a diabolical Nazi plot, Marge Emerson is secretly reassigned to a medical post in France. There she meets a conscientious objector and finds his outspoken belief in God a challenge to her own fragile faith. When David shares his desire to return to Europe after the war and build an orphanage for Germany's homeless children, Marge is drawn to this selfless, compassionate man. Meanwhile, Marge's sister, a war correspondent, is recruited for intelligence work by an American Secret Service agency and quickly becomes involved in an intricate web of espionage.

When Marge and Em are unexpectedly reunited in France, they attempt a daring rescue. They must try to escape the sinister forces that are closing in on them.

©2002 Elyse Larson (P)2006 Blackstone Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"An insightful and unforgettable story of the lives of heroic women who served in the front lines during WWII." ( Rendezvous)

Good story, interesting characters, but...

The narrator had an English accent, which interfered a bit with the American main characters’ speech. Otherwise, the book was very well read. Great suspense and many vivid descriptions of battlefield hospitals and the courageous people serving there.

Wonderful story 😃

This the 3rd book in a series. I read the first two quite awhile ago and didn’t read them again before listening to this book. The story could stand on its own but it would have been better if I had read the first two again since they referred to people and events from the other books. Loved the story and it was well read.

God works in mysterious ways…

Greatly enjoyed this historical fiction. Kept me interested and eager to keep reading. The characters’ faith is developed believably within the challenges of WW2 One of those books that sends me looking for more from this author! .Loved the reader, also.

Two American sisters in France during WWII

This is the story of two sisters from Oklahoma sent to France during WWII. one sister is a nurse and the other a journalist. Read by a British author. Note, there is significant Christian religion in the book that some may find off putting.

Brave

Tenacity
The story is not finished
What happened to the man
Did Freda find her husband
Did they get better and start a new life

Great story

The beginning of the story was a little slow but I’m glad I stuck with it because the story ended up being really good!

Courage and God's Love

Outstanding story of 2 sister's dedication to others through their growing faith. Loved it! The author created characters rich in personality and purpose, a nurse and journalist experiencing the terrors of the front lines. The narrator brought the story to life and skillfully added validity to the adventure.
I haven't enjoyed a book more in quite some time!

Beautiful Storyline

Wonderful storyline full of love and war and God's grace and mercy. I loved it!!!!

Very heartwarming!

Heartwarming and encouraging as people of different countries worked together helping to bring a family to safety and freedom.

It's Long

It's a good Christian read. Very clean. The storyline was good but it dragged on a bit. Many details could have been left out. Overall worth it if you're willing to put in the time.