It's Poland in the early 1940s, and Sophia and her mother are Jewish women, but protected from the atrocities because Sophia's father is not Jewish. He's a physician, tasked with training doctors for the SS. But his main goal is to keep his wife and daughter safe, even if he has to hide them in an underground bunker.
Isaac Cohen and his sister finally arrive at Auschwitz, having survived for months in the underground sewer system after losing their parents. Because they’re both young and healthy they are given a work detail, Isaac’s at a local farm. Issac notices the young woman peering out the window and is surprised but grateful when she secretly leaves food out for the laborers. It's even more shocking when the girl and her mother conspire to save Isaac and hide him in their home.
Ryan's passion and devotion for this devastating time in history is evident in every phrase and every vivid image her lyrical words paint in the reader’s mind. If just a ember of this passion could glow in the heart of every person, our world would be so vastly different. I can’t speak to the historical accuracy of this work because, for me, any errors would be overshadowed by the heart and soul of this compelling saga.
It's vital we learn the lessons from the past, those that countless souls have been victim to, so we might not make similar mistakes in the future. Imagine what our society could become if cancel culture rules and radicals reign. There is a cautionary tale here that illustrates what happens when each life isn't given the same value or when one opinion is treated as superior over all other opinions.
I wish that every person could read this story, and that it would have the profound impact on them that is has had on me. Despicable, wretched, and heartbreaking, yet full of stalwart faith, steadfast hope, and the beautiful, indomitable human spirit, this masterful, dynamic, remarkable story is a definite must-read and one of my top ten reads of all time.
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The book fell apart. Literally.
I’m very gentle with my books but nonetheless, the pages started falling out by page 10. I love the story so far but really annoyed at the book itself.
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Carol Maxwell
another good interesting read.
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