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In 1942, Warsaw is a city under constant threat as World War II rages. When the Nazis seize the parents of Ruth, Bronia, and Edek, the children are forced to fend for themselves and navigate the dangers of war. Their tale, based on real events, follows their struggle to survive in the hostile streets of Warsaw and highlights the resilience of refugee children during the Holocaust.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ian Serraillier
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