"David L. Robbins takes us from Hitler's camps through the British Mandate in Palestine, onto a rocky kibbutz, and into the dangerous Irgun. A profound and pivotal novel of the birth of the State of Israel, with all its adventures and tragedies on display. This is Robbins--historian, humanist, and master novelist--at the top of his game. An epic and timeless work." --William S. Cohen, former U.S. Senator, Congressman, and Sec. of Defense
"Isaac's Beacon stands alongside the great fiction epics of Israel by Leon Uris and Herman Wouk. Robbins has written an instant classic." --Jeff Shaara, New York Times Bestselling Historical Novelist
"Robbins has written his most ambitious book yet. A beautifully paced and utterly gripping powerhouse of a book. Extremely timely." --Alex Kershaw, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Liberator and The Longest Winter
"Isaac's Beacon is a masterwork by a truly masterful writer." --Tom Robbins, New York Times Bestselling Author of Even Cowgirls Get The Blues and Still Life With Woodpecker
"The best historical novels not only illuminate the past, they define it. Isaac's Beacon is one of those novels. Riveting, morally complex, fiercely intelligent, and as empathetic as it is sweeping in scope, Robbins guides readers through war-torn chaos to moments of rare, magnificent beauty. I feel like a better person for having read it." --Dan Mayland, author of The Doctor of Aleppo
"A sweeping historical epic based on the actual events of Israel's founding, with complex, flawed protagonists forced to find their way amidst the challenges and struggles of pre-state Israel's most tumultuous years...portrayed with careful adherence to historical accuracy, a sign of the author's meticulous research. Isaac's Beacon relates the tale of Israel's birth in bitterness and battle without sparing the reader any of the blood, sweat, and tears of the brave fighters who made it possible."--The Times of Israel
"Robbins' telling makes effective use of real events. The narrative not only incorporates detailed accounts (of the formation of Israel), but also deeply explores the motivations of the many people involved in them. As the main players fight, bleed, and try to make sense of the world, the narrative successfully carries readers right along with them. A lively work that explores a transformative time in a tumultuous place."--Kirkus Reviews
"The multilayered epic includes a wealth of intelligently conceived and richly realized characters. Robbins' prodigious research infuses their stories--and the entire novel--with impressive authenticity. Insightful and intense, this stirring narrative of courage and cruelty, resolve and romance, also marks the birth of what is likely to be Robbins' magnum opus. An addictive adventure story."--Jay Strafford, Richmond Times-Dispatch