Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an opportunity to review this book. I read this book because it sounded interesting concerning the Mennonite faith in the 70s. It was a good book that made you appreciate the life we have now and modern medicine. It is impressive to see what the author has overcame to live the life she has. 4 stars and I wish the ending was not as rushed. Still a good read.

I didn't know much about Mennonites, much less about Mennonites in Bolivia. So I picked up this book to learn more. What I learned was interesting and shocking.
I'm amazed that Esther after all these tragedies did not loose her faith in God.

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I enjoyed reading this book and learned so much about the origins and practices of the Mennonite religion. It is a very interesting culture. I had no idea before this book exactly what their beliefs and rituals were like.
Many of them seem to live in near poverty.
They are very hard workers.
I thought the book was well written but I do think it dragged in the middle. Overall though an enjoyable read.

A sobering memoir about a family that endured numerous tragedies and separations. I have read numerous memoirs about Mennonites, but never ones who lived in Bolivia. I was aghast at the horrible tragedy that preceded the author and her siblings frantic move to Canada. I appreciated the author including many family photos.