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Suzanne Woods Fisher (Author)
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June 30, 2007
Smuggled out of Nazi Germany after working in the resistance, Louisa finds herself waiting out the war in a dusty Arizona copper mining town. Sponsored by the Reverend Robert Gordon, Louisa quickly discovers he is hiding a tragic secret. Louisa irritates, intrigues, and charms Robert, soon becoming an indispensable part of his household. Trouble begins to brew when Friedrich Mueller, a prominent resident of Copper Springs and avid Nazi sympathizer, ferrets out Louisa's background. Soon Louisa is once again running for her life. Can she outfox a fox like Mueller? Or will she be sent back to Germany as a hostage exchange, facing certain death?

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A captivating tale, COPPER STAR is a heartwarming love story blended wonderfully with history. Set in WW2, where times weren't pleasant for either side of the war, Ms Fisher's talent for the written word puts you inside the character, making you feel and see what Louisa did. You will laugh and cry, smile and sigh, as this compelling novel takes you on a journey of a woman's survival during one of the worst times in history. A definite must read for anyone, young or old. COPPER STAR is not to be missed! -- Romance Junkies-5 Ribbons

Author Suzanne Woods Fisher has obviously done her research and does a great job of weaving history and fiction. A well-written and well-constructed historical novel, Copper Star delivers on a variety of levels. Although billed as an historical romance, Copper Star relies more on history and story, shunning the traditional fluff of the romance genre. Four stars! -- Christian Fiction On-Line (4 stars)

Fisher's book is a gem in more ways than one. For once the romance angle is beautifully created and developed. Unlike so many other romance novels with their rushed relationships and devil-may-care attitudes toward love and long-term commitment, this one stands out in the way the relationship is gradually developed and finally comes to fruition. Add to this the fact that her Christian belief is an integral part of the book, yet is in no way preachy or over the top, anyone - even those of different faiths entirely - will find her tasteful discussions of God within the framework of the novel interesting and acceptable. Of course, the action in the story is moving quickly, and the character of Louisa is a lovable, somewhat feisty young woman who does not mind the taste of shoe leather in her mouth. A wonderful book that is highly recommended for all readers. -- Round Table Reviews (5 stars)

I read this and envisioned a WWII movie playing out before me, the characters are so real and that you are actually there. It brings together a man struggling with his faith and a woman fighting to survive and what they can both bring to each other. Nazis were not only in Germany but also in our own land at this time. This book shows us that even small towns can harbor enemy agents, saboteurs and traitors. This is a must read for everyone of regardless of faith. -- Karen Find Out About New Books (5 stars)

I wasn't real sure what to expect when I opened the covers of COPPER STAR. It has been my experience that a lot of books published by these smaller houses are not as good as those published by the larger houses. I was pleasantly surprised with COPPER STAR. It is apparent that Fisher has studied the craft of writing extensively and she knows what she's doing. The book is written in a literary style, and is not a sweet romance in writing-style. However, that doesn't detract from the story-line at all. The characters are well developed, the romance is very real and present, and the faith message is expertly woven in. -- Armchair Reviews (4.5 stars)

Louisa's outspoken but humble and pious personality provides the perfect point of view for anecdotes of small-town life during the war years. Copper Star's plot builds in conflict and excitement, and its tender romance warms the heart. -- Historical Novels Review (5 stars)

About the Author

Suzanne Woods Fisher writes books and publishes articles from her home in the San Francisco Bay Area. She shares a busy home with her husband, four kids, and a steady stream of puppies she raises for Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 292 pages
  • Publisher: Vintage Romance Publishing (June 30, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0979332745
  • ISBN-13: 978-0979332746
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #859,112 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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In no particular order, Suzanne Woods Fisher is a wife, mother, writer, lifelong student of the Bible, raiser of puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind, a gardener and a cook...the latter two with sporadic results.

Suzanne has loved to write since she was a young teen. After college, she started to write for magazines and became a contributing editor for Christian Parenting Today magazine. Her family moved to Hong Kong for four years, just as the internet was developing, and she continued to write articles in a 44-story high-rise apartment, sending manuscripts 7,000 miles away with a click of a key.

After returning from Hong Kong, Suzanne decided to give her first novel a try. For four and a half months, she worked on an antediluvian computer in a cramped laundry room. She didn't even tell her husband what she was up to. When the novel was completed, she told her family at dinner one night that she had written a book. "That's why there's no food in this house!" said her slightly insensitive sons.

Undaunted...Suzanne found a small royalty publisher for that book and wrote three more (all earned multiple). With help from an agent, she has five books currently under contract with Revell. On September 1st, Amish Peace: Simple Wisdom for a Complicated World, a non-fiction book of stories and examples about the Old Order Amish, will be released by Revell. The Choice, a novel about the Amish, will follow on January 1st.

Writing, for Suzanne, is a way to express a love of God and His word. With every book or article, she hopes readers get a sense of what faith really looks like in the daily grind. She hopes they realize that life can be hard, but God is good, and never to confuse the two.

Suzanne can be found on-line at: www.suzannewoodsfisher.com


 

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4.0 out of 5 stars Faith message interwoven into sweet romance, July 19, 2007
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This review is from: Copper Star (Copper Star Series, Book 1) (Paperback)
Louisa Schmetterling is a German Jew involved in a dangerous stint with the Resistance workers in Nazi Germany during World War II. Her pastor friend, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, arranged for his close friend, Robert Gordon, a pastor in Copper Springs, Arizona, to take Louisa in for awhile, until things calmed down in Germany.

Robert's wife has passed away, leaving him the sole caregiver of a four-year-old boy, William. William didn't know how to talk yet, because he is deaf. Robert's aunt, Martha, moved in with Robert to help out with household chores. From the beginning, Martha makes it clear that she resents Louisa's presence, but Robert feels that taking her in is what the Lord would have him do.

Louisa reaches out to the young William, and soon finds herself immersed in the community. Still, a part of her is upset that she's not in Germany with her friends, working for the resistance. Will Louisa ever truly accept Copper Springs, Arizona, and the love that might be found there? Or is her life still in danger?

Written in first person, the reader is instantly immersed in Louisa's point of view. The only thing that could be improved somewhat is Louisa's internal thoughts, as they aren't mentioned a whole lot in the book. However, the reader is aware of her thoughts through conversation and narrative. Copper Star easily compares to some of the historical books I've read for review recently.

I wasn't real sure what to expect when I opened the covers of Copper Star. It has been my experience that a lot of books published by these smaller houses are not as good as those published by the larger houses. I was pleasantly surprised. It is apparent that the author has studied the craft of writing and she what she's doing. The book is written in a literary style, and is not a sweet romance in writing style. However, that doesn't detract from the storyline at all. The characters are well developed, the romance is very real and present, and the faith message is expertly woven in.

Armchair Interviews says: This author is one to watch for her historical romances that also inspire. She is a contributing editor for Christian Parenting Today magazine.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Page turner, July 29, 2007
This review is from: Copper Star (Copper Star Series, Book 1) (Paperback)
I enjoyed this book for it's intriguing plot, interesting characters (Even the secondary characters like Miss Gordon and Ada, Miss Gordon's cousin, were fun to get to know!)and historical accuracy. Once I started the book, I couldn't put it down. My interest in Dietrich Bonhoeffer has been piqued. I can't wait to read more of Suzanne's work.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Copper Star ~ beautifully eloquent, June 17, 2007
This review is from: Copper Star (Copper Star Series, Book 1) (Paperback)
Louisa Schmetterling is a German refugee reaching the end of her dangerous and chilling journey from Nazi Germany where she has been working secretly for the resistance against Hitler. Her destination is a small town in the deep south of America, not far from the border with Mexico. Her host is to be a church pastor and his family. They are not what she expected and neither is she what they expected but as they grow together in difficult circumstances she becomes enveloped into their family almost by accident.



Louisa has seen all of her family and friends murdered, taken off to concentration camps or put in prison and as such her deep desire is to return home to her native land after the war to help rebuild what must surely be a devastated, broken place. How else can she atone for the fact that she was saved when everyone else perished? What she didn't plan for though, is how much she would grow to love the townspeople amongst whom she has found herself? And how much they would grow to love her. As the story builds towards a dramatic climax she must choose between her long held sense of duty to her homeland and her growing sense of belonging in her present environment. This is not an easy choice, indeed it begins to look as though the choice won't be hers to make.



Evocative, spellbinding and richly compelling, this story weaves together with such intricacy and beauty that you won't be able to stop reading until the very final page. Suzanne Woods Fisher's beautifully eloquent writing brings the era and the area richly to life. It is a story of espionage and fear, war and death yet with it hope and love, and forgiveness and faith. An inspirational read.

review by Hilary Cockshaw at www.christianmums.com

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