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"Tamara will do anything to protect her family. Even if it means leaving the only home she ever knew behind. Spain, 1490s. Tamara has always felt most at home at her mother's bakery in Segovia, skillfully braiding intricate challah bread for her community. It was an inseparable part of her, a gift passed in her family from mother to daughter. But as violence against Jews increases and news of mass expulsion spreads, Tamara fears for her life in Spain. Along with her brother Rafael and grandfather Don Yakov, Tamara sets off on the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrim's road that should lead them to safety in Portugal. Ezra, the cartographer's handsome son, offers to help navigate the way. Disguised as Christians, they seek refuge with fellow Jews in hiding, constantly fearing discovery. As Their journey becomes more arduous, the threat of the Inquisition becomes tangible. They hear of unimaginable evils being committed against Jews refusing to convert. Seeking safety and the familiarity of home, Tamara finds comfort in Ezra's strong embrace. She will do whatever it takes to protect her family and budding romance from harm. But is anywhere safe under the ever-watchful eye of the church?"--Back cover.