Soldier of God Book

It is 1580 and the Inquisition is in full swing. A good Catholic, young Luis is appalled by the violence at home in Portugal and hopes to escape it abroad. Taking the advice of his uncle, a territorial governor in Mexico, Luis sets sail for the New World. On the way, he learns something that will change his life forever: he and his family are Secret Jews, fleeing the Inquisitions before they become its victims. Forced to lead a double life in Mexico, Luis practices and teaches Judaism in secret, while pretending to follow the Catholic faith in public. All goes well until a ruthless new viceroy arrives on the scene, determined to ruin the governor and his family. Will Luis's secret be discovered? Will he renounce his faith? Or will he take a stand against one of the most horrendous witch-hunts in history? Based on a true story, Soldier of God bursts upon the page like a cannonball, exploding with adventure, romance, suspense and drama. This story of one man's unshakable devotion to his faith will stir your soul and move your heart.