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4.25 AVERAGE
4.25 AVERAGE
Describes some of the horrors of a Jew being shuffled from concentration camp to concentration camp, while retaining the desire to survive. Based on a true story. I expected it to have a bit more “story” maybe, but it definitely struck me and i did connect emotionally to Yanek. I feel it is too mature for my k-5 library.
Unbelievable story. A well told and excellent representation of the Holocost experience. Truly devistating and touching.
challenging
informative
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Antisemitism, Murder, War, Deportation
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Torture, Blood, Excrement, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
My heart still beats from reading this amazing story .
dark
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:
No
Another amazing novel about one young Polish boy's survival of ten concentration camps...
This was an amazing story. While fictional, this was based off the real events of Holocaust survivor Jack Gruener. I recommend this book to anyone who likes history and would want to get an idea of some of the horrors that went on in one of the darkest periods of history. While heartbreaking that so many innocent lives were lost due to hatred and a mad man in power, this shows us that even in the face of evil and cruelty beyond belief, there are still those who show humanity and help each other survive.