The story she tells brings to life the horror Jewish families must have experienced when separated and the courage others had who dared to help.
Ms. Palacio has written a beautiful story that draws you into the characters and the time period. Because it was so compelling, I read it in one sitting!
In the back, Ms. Palacio includes tons of information about WWII via a glossary and a list of resources for further research.
I, however, did not appreciate nor see the need how she draws a direct line of the horrors of WW II and Hitler to current day Trump and the refugees.
Warnings/points to discuss: cruelty/bullies, violence (by Nazi, two characters are shot-blood shown, Julien dies/is shot), Julien and Sara share a kiss.
-Borrowed from the library.

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