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Promised Land

Martin Fletcher
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Promised Land

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

Book Brief

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Martin Fletcher

Promised Land

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

409

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Israel • 1940s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Promised Land by Martin Fletcher follows two brothers, Peter and Arie, who are Holocaust survivors rebuilding their lives in Israel post-World War II. The book explores themes of family, identity, and nation-building while capturing personal and political complexities during Israel's formative years. Their intertwining paths reflect the broader struggles and aspirations of a fledgling nation.

Emotional

Romantic

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,340 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Promised Land by Martin Fletcher garners praise for its rich historical context and compelling plot centered on Israel's founding. Readers appreciate the intricate family dynamics and vivid character development. Some criticism revolves around pacing and predictability. Overall, the novel is commended for its intricate storytelling and historical insights.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Promised Land?

Readers who appreciate historical fiction with rich, character-driven narratives set in post-WWII Israel would enjoy Promised Land by Martin Fletcher. Fans of Leon Uris’s Exodus or Herman Wouk’s The Hope would find its exploration of brotherhood, love, and nation-building compelling.

4.1

1,340 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

409

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Israel • 1940s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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