Historical Fiction Spotlight: IYSH by Greg Price

Historical fiction often asks us to remember the events that shaped the modern world, but the most memorable stories also explore the resilience of the people who lived through them. IYSH by Greg Price is a sweeping historical saga that examines courage, perseverance, and the enduring impact of war across multiple decades. Rather than focusing solely on survival, the novel follows the long journey of rebuilding a life after unimaginable loss, offering readers a story that is as much about hope and determination as it is about history.

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Date Published: 04-17-2025

  
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In 1940, Leo Butlion, a young Jew studying to be a medical doctor in Koblenz, Germany, has his future plans disrupted when Nazi forces destroy his family and their business. His heroic escape and commitment to survive drive him to overcome the greatest test man could ever encounter. Ivy Jacobson, a deformed yet highly talented fashion designer, works in a textile factory in Liege, Belgium that is ransacked by Nazi invaders.

She escapes their brutality and meets Leo. Leo explains the Hebrew word IYSH which means "champion" and together they agree to persevere and champion the cause no matter how difficult it becomes. Their heroism and tenacity unfold in dramatic fashion as they are captured, separated and sent to concentration camps where their future survival is unclear. The story develops from WWII until the Yom Kippur War in 1973 which takes place in Israel.

  
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Rather than ending with the close of World War II, IYSH follows its characters across decades, exploring how courage, loss, and hope continue to shape their lives long after the fighting has ended. Greg Price combines historical events with deeply personal journeys to create a sweeping saga that examines resilience, faith, and the lasting impact of choices made in extraordinary circumstances, making this a compelling read for fans of expansive historical fiction.

  
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This book is a great fit for readers who enjoy:

Historical fiction set during and after World War II
Sweeping, character-driven stories that span decades
Themes of courage, resilience, and hope
Emotional journeys centered on survival and rebuilding
Fiction inspired by real historical events

  
    ༺ ABOUT THE AUTHOR ༻
  

Greg Price is a writer, human resource expert and an ordained minister. He has traveled extensively throughout the world and shares his experiences by translating them into literary characters who inspire and motivate the reader. Greg immigrated to the United States from south Africa and currently lives with his wife in Mississippi.

  
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IYSH is more than a World War II novel—it's a story about resilience, hope, and the strength to rebuild when the unthinkable has changed everything. Readers who enjoy sweeping historical fiction with memorable characters and emotional depth will find much to appreciate in Greg Price's ambitious saga.

Have you read historical fiction that follows its characters long after the war has ended? I'd love to hear your recommendations or your thoughts on IYSH in the comments below.

  
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