Shield of the Maccabees

Two friends, divided by war, must navigate loyalty and friendship.

3.6 Goodreads · 17 ratings

128 pages· ~700L

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Bookroo's summary

In ancient Judea, Jonathan, a Jewish boy, befriends a Greek boy after defending him from bullies. As war erupts, Jonathan joins the Maccabees, while his friend aligns with the Greek army. Can their friendship endure the conflict, or will they be forced to face each other on the battlefield? Discover the true test of loyalty and courage in this gripping tale set against the backdrop of the first Hanukkah.

From the publisher

“A fun and clever twist on the story of the Maccabees. I wish comics like this had existed when I was in school.” –Steve Sheinkin, author, and illustrator of The Adventures of Rabbi HarveyOur story begins just before the very first Hanukkah . . .Greeks and Jews are living in an uneasy peace in ancient Judea. Jonathan, a Jewish boy, sees a Greek boy attacked by bullies, and stands up to defend him. They become best friends. But when war comes to their land, Jonathan joins the Maccabees while his friend joins the Greek army.They seem destined to fight one another.How will their friendship survive?

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