In 1945, World War II is drawing to a close in East Prussia, and thousands of refugees are on a desperate trek toward freedom, almost all of them with something to hide. Among them are Joana, Emilia, and Florian, whose paths converge en route to the ship that promises salvation, the Wilhelm Gustloff. Forced by circumstance to unite, the three find their strength, courage, and trust in each other tested with each step closer toward safety.
Just when it seems freedom is within their grasp, tragedy strikes. Not country, nor culture, nor status matter as all ten thousand people aboard must fight for the same thing: survival.(
Just when it seems freedom is within their grasp, tragedy strikes. Not country, nor culture, nor status matter as all ten thousand people aboard must fight for the same thing: survival.(
Genre - YA, Historic fiction
My rating- 5 stars
My review-
Wow, such an amazing and moving book. Packed with the horrors of the Second World War but softened with unexpected friendships between the young people involved. Written from the four different the perspectives of each protagonist they blend beautifully to create a powerful story of war, love and loss. A new favourite of mine.
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