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By Fire, By Water

Mitchell James Kaplan
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By Fire, By Water

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Mitchell James Kaplan

By Fire, By Water

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Spain • 1490s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

By Fire, By Water by Mitchell James Kaplan tells the story of a Jewish scholar in 15th-century Spain during the Inquisition. The protagonist navigates faith, loyalty, and identity amidst religious persecution. The narrative explores themes of cultural integration, the clash between personal beliefs and external pressures, and the struggle for survival and belonging in a tumultuous historical period.

Mysterious

Dark

Contemplative

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.7

1,192 ratings

62%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

By Fire, By Water by Mitchell James Kaplan is lauded for its rich historical detail and evocative depiction of 15th-century Spain, capturing the tensions of its era. Readers appreciate its intricate narrative and well-developed characters. However, some feel the pacing lags at times. Overall, it is praised for its immersive storytelling and historical insight.

Who should read this

Who Should Read By Fire, By Water?

Fans of historical fiction with a focus on religious conflict and multicultural interactions will enjoy By Fire, By Water. Similar to The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova and The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco, it appeals to readers interested in rich historical detail and complex characters.

3.7

1,192 ratings

62%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Spain • 1490s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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