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With the voice of a teenage narrator, the book follows a young Jewish girl and her family as they flee Germany during rising anti‑Semitic persecution. Through a series of heartfelt letters, readers gain insight into the hardships and hopes of refugee families, and the challenges they face in adapting to a new country. The narrative underscores themes of courage, family bonds, and the enduring power of written words during one of history’s most turbulent migrations.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Karen Hesse
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