Sworn Enemies Author:Carol Matas Aaron and Zev have both been spared from serving in the Czar's army: Aaron because his father pays to keep him out and Zev because he kidnaps other Jewish boys to fill the Czar's army quota. When Zev discovers that Miriam, the girl he loves, is betrothed to Aaron, his jealousy turns to hatred, and he turns Aaron over to serve in the Czar's army.... more » By a trick of fate, both boys end up serving in the army and must put their hatred aside in order to survive the cruelty of forced captivity.
Zev's jealousy of Aaron turns to hate when he discovers that the girl he loves is to marry Aaron. When Zev decides to rid himself of Aaron forever, he kidnaps him and turns him over to serve in the army. He knows Aaron's fate is sealed--few survive the forced labor. A trick of fate, however, pits the boys against each other face-to-face. Sworn enemies, they must endure the cruel captivity together. Will they join forces to survive or will they destroy each other?« less
ISBN-13: 9780440219002 ISBN-10: 0440219000 Edition:Reprint Reading Level: Young Adult Rating: