The Bronze Bow

So apparently I am going through a historical-fiction phase! HAHAHAHH! Today's review is on the Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare. ((HOLY COW YOU GUYS! I JUST REALIZED THIS IS THE SAME AUTHOR WHO WROTE THE WITCH OF BLACKBIRD POND!!!!! What a coinci-dink))

The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare.
So first of all, I want to emphasize this is historical-FICTION. It is not real facts, however the story is based on true events.
Also since I haven't read it in like 2 years, I am using the summary from goodreads.com
"He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze.–from the Song of David (2 Samuel 22:35) 

This gripping, action-packed novel tells the story of eighteen-year-old Daniel bar Jamin—a fierce, hotheaded young man bent on revenging his father’s death by forcing the Romans from his land of Israel. Daniel’s palpable hatred for Romans wanes only when he starts to hear the gentle lessons of the traveling carpenter, Jesus of Nazareth. A fast-paced, suspenseful, vividly wrought tale of friendship, loyalty, the idea of home, community . . . and ultimately, as Jesus says to Daniel on page 224: “Can’t you see, Daniel, it is hate that is the enemy? Not men. Hate does not die with killing. It only springs up a hundredfold. The only thing stronger than hate is love.” A powerful, relevant read in turbulent times. "

I had to read this book during homeschool along with my family. Which means it is appropriate for all ages. However it is not solely for younger teens. My mother loved it as well. Totally clean and very well written :-) (Although in my opinion the beginning is a little slow)

Rate: PG

GOOD OR GOODBYE? GOOD!