The Forest of Vanishing Stars |
Haunting is the best word to describe this story. I've read a lot of WWI stories about how Jewish people survived WWII. They escaped by hiding in walls, cellars, attics, and old zoos, but this is the first I've read of surviving by living off the land. I learned a lot from this book - about people fleeing and struggling to live outdoors during winter, about human nature, about the horrors of the Natzi.
I liked that this story explores a unique part of WWII, one I was not familiar with. It tells of a young girl stolen from her wealthy German parents, raised in the forest, and taught to live solely off the land. She later uses this knowledge to help Jewish people hide from the Natzi by living in the woods.
On the surface, this is a book about surviving in the wilderness. Still, it's also about learning to love and become part of a family. Yona is brave, intelligent, and a delight to read about.
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Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl
By Renee Rosen
This book is a must-read for anyone who's interested in the fashion world or enjoys reading stories about female friendships. It follows the journey of Gloria and Estee Lauder, two women who share their dreams of working in ... More
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The Spectacular
By Fiona Davis
It's 1956, and Marion, a passionate dancer and dance teacher, is thrilled when she has the opportunity to be a Radio City Rockette. But there is a cost; she must sacrifice her family to follow her dream ... More
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The Violin Conspiracy
By Brendan Slocumb
This book grabbed my attention from the very beginning, with the opening playing beautiful classical music. A few times throughout the book, there are additional snippets of music. It's one of the bonuses of listening to a book on audio ... More
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Local Woman Missing
By Mary Kubica
Local Woman Missing is a gripping psychological thriller by Mary Kubica, filled with suspense, mystery, and secrets. I loved how this book grabbed from the first chapter and had me on the edge of my seat... More
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