A review by rainydayswithbooks
Der Tätowierer von Auschwitz by Heather Morris

reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.75

A book about one of the cruelest crimes in the history of mankind. Although everyone knows the facts thanks to school education, this book still brings to light many new inconceivable events. There were many moments when I had goosebumps and had to take a breath before I could continue reading. Very worth reading! 
1,25 star deduction, because I would have liked to have some events described in more detail and it took a while at the beginning until I got into a reading flow. Also, I think Lale is described almost too positively and optimistically. He did think about his situation and the cruel job as a tattoo artist, but mostly only for a few paragraphs. After that, it was just on with the description of his work and the day.
One of the most emotional moments in the book for me personally was when the Sinti & Roma were murdered. This is where Lale's grief gripped me. Otherwise,
I think the atrocities of that time could have been better illustrated in Lale's emotions.
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