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| Title | : | The Witch of Cologne |
| Author | : | Tobsha Learner |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | First Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 451 pages |
| Published | : | January 15th 2007 by Tor Books (first published February 25th 2004) |
| Categories | : | Historical. Historical Fiction. Fiction. Romance |
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Paperback | Pages: 451 pages Rating: 3.67 | 2015 Users | 252 Reviews
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A Time of Peril
The Inquisitor, Carlos Vicente Solitario, charges a young Jewish midwife, Ruth bas Elazar Saul, with heresy. Ruth may be the daughter of the city's chief rabbi, but this is no protection against the Inquisition's accusations.
A Quest for Justice
Detlef von Tennen, nobleman and canon, cousin to the Archbishop, suspects that something other than religion drives Solitario to persecute Ruth. Determined to ensure that justice is done, Detlef joins the investigation--and finds his passions fully aroused by Ruth's impressive intelligence and darkly exotic beauty.
Two Hearts' Desires
All her life, Ruth bas Elazar Saul has thirsted for knowledge, despite the price she paid by concealing her gender and being cast out of her father's house. Her faith sustains her through all, even the attentions of the Inquisition. Then, in the very heart of danger, God blesses her with the greatest love she has ever known.
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| Original Title: | The Witch of Cologne |
| ISBN: | 0765350467 (ISBN13: 9780765350466) |
| Edition Language: | English |
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Ratings: 3.67 From 2015 Users | 252 ReviewsAppraise Containing Books The Witch of Cologne
Very few historical novels focus on this region and this time period, particularly dealing with the mess of the reformation and the slow collapse of the Hapsburg control of the continent and the continued rise of the French. This book has a very broad stroke feel to it, it lacks the details of other stories which hinders its ability to truly resonate. For me, it is the secondary character of the actor who represents this novel's ideas the best. Alphonso represents the complexity of theA very thought provoking read. Taking place in the city of Cologne in the mid to late 1600s, it pits the Catholic church clergy against the Jewish. What happens is a love story that crosses both religions. Hiding that illicit love, finding safety and happiness for a short while before tragedy happens again, the two main characters stay true to themselves. Rich in detail, this book is a small treasure.
Sex.Brutal Torture.The aforementioned scenes are described in great detail: ". . . eyeballs bulge like reddened hen's eggs then burst out of his head." [p 425:] - Eww!A juicy historical novel, which takes place in 17th Century Northern Europe - Germania and the Netherlands - approximately, 20 years after the Thirty Years' War. It is the early years of the Age of Enlightenment and as the book alludes, it is also a period of political exploitations, hypocrisy and superstition. The novel focuses on
Two stars because it would have been better without the gratuitous sex. But sometimes publishers want that and it added nothing to the story.This is a tale of a midwife living in the mid-17th century and it describes the life of a Jewess in Germany at that time with all the issues she would have faced. It is a complex story that is well thought out and covers her life and her beliefs until her death 20 years later.I will look for more from this author because she did a great job until the
The Witch of Cologne was nearly hypnotizing in its delivery, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read. It is also a story of redemption, with a love story woven throughout (graphic love scenes). Not a book for the light hearted or squeemish reader, as it delves into subject matter with detail similar to The Dante Club. The author has taken cultural elements of Judaism and created a mysticism that intrigues the reader to learn more...a real page turner. Loved it! Can't wait to read more by Tobsha
It's rare to find a book with such scope and depth, set credibly in an a period little known historically, exploring the politics, philosophies and superstitions of its time. Ruth, a young midwife, and Detlef, an aristocratic Canon of the Catholic Church, are brought together by their shared struggle against oppression and their desire for free-thought. Against a backdrop of the harsh realities of social, religious and political revolution, Tobsha's writing style is sensuous - including and
A good solid read. Took the first 150 pages to get into it but then I got swept away in Ruth and Detlef's love story. The book even brought tears to my eyes towards the end.
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