A Place to Hide A Novel By Ronald H. Balson

From National Jewish Book Award winner Ronald H. Balson comes A Place to Hide, a gripping historical novel set against the backdrop of World War II. Theodore “Teddy” Hartigan, born into a wealthy Washington, D.C. family, leads a quiet life as a diplomat. In 1938, as Hitler’s rise threatens Europe, Teddy is reassigned to the US Consulate in Amsterdam. His new role involves processing visa applications, but by 1939, as refugees flood in from Nazi-conquered Poland, Austria, and beyond, his job becomes a matter of life and death.

As Hitler’s forces sweep through Western Europe, new laws tighten the noose around Jewish lives. Amid the chaos, Teddy and his girlfriend Sara encounter an orphaned Jewish girl, Katy, abandoned at a nursery school. Moved by her plight, they decide to adopt her. This moment marks a turning point for Teddy, who realizes his position at the Consulate could be a lifeline for those desperate to escape the horrors of Nazi persecution.

Determined to make a difference, Teddy risks everything to join underground resistance groups. Using his position, he forges documents and manipulates bureaucracy to save as many lives as possible. Whether rescuing five or five hundred, Teddy’s journey is one of immense courage and moral conviction.

In this powerful and dramatic novel, Balson paints a portrait of an ordinary man who rises to extraordinary circumstances, reminding readers of the quiet heroes of history who risked everything to fight against injustice. A Place to Hide is a heart-wrenching tale of sacrifice, love, and bravery. 📚❤️