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The Things We Cannot Say
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The Things We Cannot Say is an enthralling WWII historical fiction book that follows the story of an elderly Jewish woman who has lost her ability to speak. The narrator, Aleena, is an amazing storyteller, with a sharp and staccato voice that captures the emotion of the story. The book is full of true stories and heartwarming moments, and is sure to appeal to many readers.
Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now 15 and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, in…
Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now 15 and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alinas tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate. Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears.
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The Things We Cannot Say is an enthralling WWII historical fiction book that follows the story of an elderly Jewish woman who has lost her ability to speak. The narrator, Aleena, is an amazing storyteller, with a sharp and staccato voice that captures the emotion of the story. The book is full of true stories and heartwarming moments, and is sure to appeal to many readers.
Pros
- Engaging storyline
- Strong character development
- Heartwarming and emotional
- Good narration
- Well-researched historical fiction
Cons
- Basic pronunciation of Polish words
- Narrator's accent issues
Description
Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now 15 and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alinas tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate. Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears.
Specifications
Format | Audiobook |
Language | English |
Genre | Historical Fiction |
Author | Kelly Rimmer |
Title | The Things We Cannot Say |
Era | World War II |
Theme | Love and War |
Description | Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now 15 and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alinas tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate. Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears. |
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