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4.27 AVERAGE
4.27 AVERAGE
So happy Kelly Rimmer made a squeal detailing Emilia’s story. This book can stand alone but HIGHLY recommend reading The Things You Cannot Say first.
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Despair and tragedy at every turn in 1942 Warsaw, Poland. However, courage and conviction are also at play. Elzbieta Rabinek has been living a comfortable life despite the tragedy she already experienced. However, she befriends her neighbor Sara, who is a nurse and who often acts as a social worker. Secretly, Sara has been working to save Jewish children, either orphaned, sick or dying, with hopes of secreting these children into families that might give these children a future. It is a dangerous endeavor to be sure, but Elzbieta pushes her way into the resistance, proving her incredible strength, friendship and value, although only fourteen years of age.
Then there is Roman Gorka and his brother Dawidek. Their family is starving and their mother is nursing a six-week old baby girl. Will they be deported, even killed, or simply (not so, really, albeit tragically) starve to death? Sadness and frustration lead to anger, and causes Roman to fight with incredible vigor.
Life has a measure of beauty, despite the dark days each of them face, although for different reasons. Will Roman find strength within himself, even while finding love for Elzbieta and take whatever risks that are in front of them to seek a freedom that is out of the reach for most? Will they face execution and death for their actions?
The Nazi occupation was awful, and that is truly an understatement. Elzbieta and Roman's story of fighting the impossible with the possibility of a future of freedom and love is equally tragic and touching. Over and over again the stories in this book are heartbreaking, considering the countless lives affected by the Nazis. Danger is never far away, making the idea of one day life being worth living a difficult concept to imagine.
The Warsaw Orphan is an incredible story, although utterly tragic, and one that brought many a tear, all while hoping against hope that Elzbieta and Roman just might survive their individual horrors to perhaps forge their way to a future together. I have read many historical fiction novels based on that terrible time during World War II, but this book was harder than most. However, the journey that Elzbieta and Roman traveled was told so well, often seperately, and I could not help but feel for the both of them, while applauding their strength and resilience despite incredible odds.
Many thanks to Graydon House and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
Then there is Roman Gorka and his brother Dawidek. Their family is starving and their mother is nursing a six-week old baby girl. Will they be deported, even killed, or simply (not so, really, albeit tragically) starve to death? Sadness and frustration lead to anger, and causes Roman to fight with incredible vigor.
Life has a measure of beauty, despite the dark days each of them face, although for different reasons. Will Roman find strength within himself, even while finding love for Elzbieta and take whatever risks that are in front of them to seek a freedom that is out of the reach for most? Will they face execution and death for their actions?
The Nazi occupation was awful, and that is truly an understatement. Elzbieta and Roman's story of fighting the impossible with the possibility of a future of freedom and love is equally tragic and touching. Over and over again the stories in this book are heartbreaking, considering the countless lives affected by the Nazis. Danger is never far away, making the idea of one day life being worth living a difficult concept to imagine.
The Warsaw Orphan is an incredible story, although utterly tragic, and one that brought many a tear, all while hoping against hope that Elzbieta and Roman just might survive their individual horrors to perhaps forge their way to a future together. I have read many historical fiction novels based on that terrible time during World War II, but this book was harder than most. However, the journey that Elzbieta and Roman traveled was told so well, often seperately, and I could not help but feel for the both of them, while applauding their strength and resilience despite incredible odds.
Many thanks to Graydon House and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
such a heart-wrenching book. Any book from this time period will be, but an important and eye opening look into this part of history. Another book that will stick with me for a long time.
3.75 stars
Rimmer does it again with a great WW2 novel set in Poland. It follows Tomaz's sister from the previous book The Things We Cannot Say. I just felt like the last few pages could've been better and I really wanted an epilogue.
Trigger Warnings: loss of loved ones, death from child birth, war, violence, physical assault gun shots, bombing, starvation, genocide, antisemitism, rape, and mentions of sexual violence
Rimmer does it again with a great WW2 novel set in Poland. It follows Tomaz's sister from the previous book The Things We Cannot Say. I just felt like the last few pages could've been better and I really wanted an epilogue.
Trigger Warnings: loss of loved ones, death from child birth, war, violence, physical assault gun shots, bombing, starvation, genocide, antisemitism, rape, and mentions of sexual violence
One of Kelly's prompt questions in the back is what will you remember most about this book?
I will remember the characters. And their devotion to become better.
Todays world feels like people settle into complacency quickly. And growth is measured in 'how many followers you have on the gram.'
This book paints vivid pictures of constant individual battles and character building experiences. And many perspectives of growth on the same topic. It's easy to be happy when everything's roses. But Emilia proves time and time again wisdom beyond her years. She is able to find peace, hope and wisdom in times of roses and thorns. A perfect example to all no matter which part of the garden you find yourself wondering.
I will remember the characters. And their devotion to become better.
Todays world feels like people settle into complacency quickly. And growth is measured in 'how many followers you have on the gram.'
This book paints vivid pictures of constant individual battles and character building experiences. And many perspectives of growth on the same topic. It's easy to be happy when everything's roses. But Emilia proves time and time again wisdom beyond her years. She is able to find peace, hope and wisdom in times of roses and thorns. A perfect example to all no matter which part of the garden you find yourself wondering.
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
A worthy companion to “The things we cannot say”. It was heartbreaking and inspiring to follow the journey of two young people during the war.
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes