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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nVirginia, coming from what we would consider an abusive home, determined not to be the victim no matter what life brought her. And life sure brought her some extremely hard blows\u2014from knowing nothing about who her real parents were and why she didn\u2019t fit in, to hardships throughout law school, to countless interrogations by the Securitate, to a marriage that was falling apart, to persecution for her faith, to being seconds from death multiple times. This book will have you on the edge of your seat almost the entire time, and it just keeps getting better and better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cThis book will have you on the edge of your seat almost the entire time, and it just keeps getting better and better.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nAs the book was drawing to a close, I found myself still with so many questions. But then, just when I though the book was done, the ending just kept going on and on. There was the \u201cEpilogue,\u201d and then a \u201cFinal Note from the Author,\u201d and then an \u201cAfterward\u201d (which completely brought me to tears and an ultimate feeling of how good God is!). I was listening to the audiobook, so each one of these \u201cextras\u201d were such a pleasant surprise that I didn\u2019t know were coming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The greatest surprise of all was the Q & A with Virginia at the end of the book. (This was not included in the audiobook, so make sure you look at the eBook or hard copy to read these.) As I was reading through, I was left asking a lot of questions, and almost every single one was answered in this section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Virginia\u2019s life is a crystal-clear picture of God\u2019s awesome providence over both a single life and that of an entire country. God\u2019s power, protection, and involvement in her life is both inspiring and convicting. It was reminiscent of the story of Esther, \u201cFor such a time as this.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I lose interest quickly in slow-moving books, and this one is anything but. There were a couple chapters that got very long, but not enough to deter me from finishing. In fact, it was so good, that it has moved up to probably one of my top 5 favorite reads of all time, and it is one I will be recommending over and over again to everyone. It is one I deem a MUST READ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Favorite Quotes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
I love books that begin each chapter with an amazing quote. Besides several amazing quotes of her own, Virginia did not disappoint in pulling some excellent quotes from others as well, which she placed strategically at the beginning of each chapter as a sort of introduction. Here are some of my favorite quotes from the book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n“The bravest sight in the world is to see a great man struggling against adversity.”<\/p>
~Seneca<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my choices.\u201d<\/p>
~Stephen R. Covey<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis was God\u2019s battle, and I was his tool!\u201d<\/p>
~Virginia Prodan<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n\u201cNever give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.\u201d<\/p>
~Harriet Beecher Stowe<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFrom this moment on, my life will be dedicated to pursuing and speaking the truth, no matter the cost.\u201d<\/p>
~Virginia Prodan<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIn the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved.\u201d<\/p>
~Franklin D Roosevelt<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don\u2019t do anything about it.\u201d<\/p>
~Albert Einstein<\/h5> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n
Key Takeaways<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Everyone will get something different from a book\u2026I get that, and yet it is almost impossible to put into words what this book did to my heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For starters, I was so convicted about how important it is for me to REALLY KNOW THE BIBLE. <\/strong>What if I get put into a similar situation? How quickly would verses come to mind when I need them? Well, I can tell you one thing, they won\u2019t if they\u2019re not there. I must do more! I must study more! I must meditate more! I must memorize more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cFreedom is a gift from God, and it is so precious to those who don\u2019t have it. That is why it is our responsibility to stand up and protect that freedom if someone ever tries to take it away from us.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\u2014 Virginia Prodan<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secondly, her little girl, Andrea, stood for the truth of God\u2019s Word to her teacher and in front of all her classmates. When confronted about it by Andrea\u2019s teacher, here is what Virginia thought, \u201cMy heart swelled with joy upon hearing Andrea\u2019s words. Not only was she solid in her faith, but to openly challenge the falsehood of the day\u2019s lesson showed great courage and conviction on her part. As a parent and a Christian, I could not have been more proud.\u201d This really smote my heart. How solid is my little girl in her faith? Would she be willing at such a young age to defend what she believes? Does she even know how to defend what she holds dear? Am I doing my job as a parent to teach her God\u2019s Word\u2026to teach her that nothing else matters but obeying God?<\/strong> Does she really know what God expects of her? Sigh. So much work to do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lastly, this book, especially reading it at a time of such unrest in our country, has made me PROUD to be an American. It has encouraged me to be willing to stand up for the freedoms we hold dear in our country. It has taught me to be a true patriot. I love America, I have always loved America, but after reading this book, I feel ready more than ever to fight for her, to fight for us, to fight for my children and grandchildren, to fight for a nation whose God is the Lord! In Virginia\u2019s words, \u201cFreedom is a gift from God, and it is so precious to those who don\u2019t have it. That is why it is our responsibility to stand up and protect that freedom if someone ever tries to take it away from us.\u201d Will you stand up for your freedoms?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Christian Beliefs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once Virginia received Christ as her Savior, she began attending a Baptist church. Baptist beliefs and doctrines are mentioned throughout the book as well as multiple quotes from the Bible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Belief Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Communism, although not necessarily a religion, could certainly be referred to as a belief system. Although the point of the book is to defy Communism, Virginia does a thorough job explaining it, and giving a clear picture of what life is like living under a Communist Regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Profanity & Violence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Securitate were rough on people, especially Christians. There was a time where Virginia had her head beat against a desk multiple times and blood was flowing. It is not graphic, but it does give a good picture of what times were like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sexual Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
None<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where Can I Find Saving My Assassin for the Best Price?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Both the eBook and audiobook are FREE on Hoopla here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lowest price for a new soft cover I found at Walmart here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find on Audible here<\/a>. (It is included in with your audible membership, so don\u2019t waste a credit!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find on Amazon here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be sure to check your online secondhand bookstores like Thriftbooks or ABE Books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you liked this title, you may also like:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
God Knows My Size<\/em><\/a> by Harvey Yoder. (Soviet Union)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Children of the Storm<\/em><\/a> by Natasha Vins. (Soviet Union)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Torchured for Christ<\/em><\/a> by Richard Wurmbrand. (Romania) Available on Hoopla<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Pastor\u2019s Wife<\/em><\/a> by Sabina Wurmbrand. (Romania) Available on Hoopla. *Language! See my full review on my book list<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Insanity of God<\/em><\/a> by Nik Ripken. (All over the place\u2026including the Soviet Union and China.) Available on Hoopla. *TOP FAVORITE! Full review coming soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Media You Might Be Interested In<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Interview with Virginia Prodan on YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Printing<\/em><\/a> by Bob Jones University. A historical drama shedding light on Communism in the Soviet Union during the Cold War Era. (If you don\u2019t want to purchase the DVD, you can watch it on Prime here<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n