The Hiding Place

By: Corrie ten Boom, Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill

Narrated by: Wanda McCaddon

Length: 8 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

At one time, Corrie ten Boom would have laughed at the idea that she had a story to tell. For the first 50 years of her life, nothing out of the ordinary ever happened to her. She was a spinster watchmaker living contentedly with her sister and their elderly father in the tiny house over their shop in Haarlem. Their uneventful days, as regulated as their own watches, revolved around their abiding love for one another.

But with the Nazi invasion and occupation of Holland, everything changed. Corrie ten Boom and her family became leaders in the Dutch underground, hiding Jewish people in their home in a specially built room and aiding their escape from the Nazis. For their pains, all but Corrie found death in a concentration camp.

Here is a story aglow with the glory of God and the courage of a quiet Christian whose life was transformed by it.

©1971 Corrie ten Boom and John and Elizabeth Sherrill (P)1993 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Wanda McCaddon does great credit to the writers of this true story. Her emotional control makes the tension and horror of the family’s plight more real and hideous. The listener is left with a story of extraordinary humanity, goodness and overwhelming love." ( AudioFile)

Must Read for Everyone!

What made the experience of listening to The Hiding Place the most enjoyable?

I liked the accents, and they were not difficult to understand. Helped me feel like I was there.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Cory, of course! She's was just an amazing person. So much courage!

Have you listened to any of Wanda McCaddon’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I enjoyed this very much. I'd heard many times that this was a good book, but never had time to read it. I'm thankful for Audible that I finally was able to have it read to me! I found it very educational too. The graphic descriptions made me feel like I was there witnessing everything Cory was seeing.

Fantastic. The illustration of many miracles.

My wife recommended this book to me years ago and I somehow didn't read it then. Too bad I waited so long for this treat. What a fantastic story. The faith of the people in this book is amazing and beautiful. I came away from this with so many reminders of how blessed the children of God are. I cannot recommend this book highly enough. The narrator did an excellent job. Definitely one to have in every home.

A book of hope during a hopeless time

I have read this book on numerous occasions. The first being white I was in the Persian Gulf War on board the USS Platte AO 186. This book gave me courage and faith when I had none. It has given me strength to stand tall and do the will of God no matter how frightened I was. Thank you Corrie for sharing your beautiful family with me.

Starts slow, finishes strong

After the first 2 chapters this book was fantastic. Just push right on through them and you’ll love it

Amazing Story of Faith in the Midst of Evil

Any additional comments?

I read this book about 40 years ago as a teenager. Listening to it on audio book was a delight. Corrie's story is amazing and one that should never be forgotten. This book is not just an account of life under Nazi occupation, but a triumph of faith. Bad things happen to good people, but God is with His faithful even in the most dire of circumstances. Why does He let His people be harmed? We are part of this world and whatever happens to it happens to us all. It is through trials that faith shines brighter. If you suffer, remember that God did not promise "prosperity" in this life (that is a false doctrine) or an easy road. "As the Master, so shall the servant be"; He suffered and had nothing in His earthly life. But, He holds us in the hollow of His hand and is with us in the dark places. And when our earthly life ends, then we find ourselves forever in His presence. It was a blessed reminder that instead of hating our enemies, we must look to God to give us love and forgiveness for even the most unlovable. I also loved that Corrie often struggled in this endeavor just as I do, but she emerged victorious.

Awesome book everyone should read!

An amazing true story of one womens act of obedience to God in horrific circumstances. It will uplift and touch every reader.

amazing story of true love and life

what a blessing to have this treasure of love and forgiveness an amazing story thankfully

This book was exceptional!

This is one of those books that will stay with you long after you read it!

amazing story of forgiveness

amazing story of a woman who showed others the truth of Jesus great love of us and what true forgiveness means

Great Story! Great life lessons!

The Fleas! What a discussion that can be made just on the fleas?! So many parts that could affect the way we live.