War breaks out following Israel's 1948 declaration of independence, finding Dov and Emily at Yad Shalom kibbutz helping old friends--and perhaps a new enemy--prepare for the approach of Arab soldiers, as Dov struggles with questions about his faith.

 

There are 160 pages in this book. This book was published 2002 by Baker Publishing Group .

Robert Elmer lives in the Seattle area with his wife and their little white dog, Farragut, who is named for the famous admiral. He is the author of over fifty books, most of them for younger readers (but some for grown-ups, as well). He enjoys sailing in the San Juan Islands, exploring the Pacific Northwest with his wife, and spending time with their three kids - along with a growing number of little grandkids.