Until Our Time Comes by Nicole M. Miller ~ a book review. World War II history comes alive amid a sweet romance.

 

 Until Our Time Comes, a novel of World War II Poland, by Nicole M. Miller

This is a story, based on true events, of the attempt to preserve a distinguished breed of horses during Hiltler’s ruthless takeover of Poland.  The author’s love of horses comes through clearly in her writing.  While the underlying theme of the story is about protecting the horses, the author does a great job of taking us through the danger and horror of World War II.

The main character, Adia, is a young American woman who has made her home in Poland to work with a famous horse breeder, in hopes of bringing a priceless stallion back to the US.  Unfortunately, the German army has other plans for her beloved horses.  Along with a group of supporters, she risks everything to protect her beloved horses. She is assisted by Bret, an undercover British spy, posing as a news reporter. Their love develops slowly but after many periods of separations they are able to reunite.

The author doesn’t dwell on the horror and atrocities of the German occupation but she doesn’t gloss over it either.  The details are descriptive but not overly intense or gory. She strikes a good balance.  While much of the occupation was characterized by the atrocities of war, the Nicole Miller does a good job of portraying the humanity on both sides.

Adia and Bret endure physical, mental and spiritual testing for the six years of the occupation.

This is from the publisher’s website:

“When her hopes are shattered by war, one woman will risk everything to save those she loves

American horse trainer Adia Kensington is living her dream of working at the famous Janów Podlaski stables in Poland, where the best Arabian horses in the world are bred. But her plans to bring a priceless stallion to the US are derailed when the German army storms into her adopted country in 1939. Little does she know this is just the beginning of six long years of occupation that will threaten her beloved horses at every turn.
 
Bret Conway is at Janów Podlaski under the guise of a news reporter, but his true mission is intelligence gathering for the British. That and keeping Adia safe, which is harder and harder to do as she insists they must evacuate two hundred and fifty horses to save them from being stolen, sold, or eaten by the invading forces. What follows will test Bret's and Adia's physical, mental, and emotional strength, as well as their faith in God, humankind, and each other.
 
This epic story of escape, capture, resistance, and love is based on true events of the uncommon heroes in World War II Poland.”

If you are a fan of World War II novels, I would recommend this book. You won’t be disappointed.

Go HERE to read an excerpt 

Go HERE to learn more about Nicole M. Miller

 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell through their book review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed  are my own.