She began by digging into the past. What she uncovered would reveal insights into a tragic period of Jewish history.
Debra Ann Harkins was becoming increasingly frustrated. While researching her maternal grandfather's ancestry, she kept butting up against an impenetrable web of mismatched facts. But when she finally cracked open the truth behind the man she never knew, she inadvertently opened the door to an explosive trail of family secrets. Join psychologist and leadership development consultant Debra Ann Harkins as she takes you on a comprehensive quest to uncover her roots that opens puzzle after puzzle. Detailing the generational antisemitism and suffering experienced by so many, Harkins's meticulous investigation will have you curious about your own genealogy and the long-lasting emotional impacts of prejudice and oppression. Secrets of Jacob: A Jewish History Story is a powerfully written account of one woman's eye-opening journey into bygone years. If you like complex connections, authentic documents and photographs, and a perfectly formed true mystery to solve, then you'll love Debra Ann Harkins's faithfully preserved record. Buy Secrets of Jacob: A Jewish History Story to unearth the heartache buried beneath the family tree today!