I'll Never Cry Again

A Million Miracles #1

by Roberta Kagan

Pitor Barr has survived heartbreak after heartbreak, losing nearly everyone he’s ever loved. Scarred by grief, he makes a he will never cry again. But then Mila walks into his life, and with her comes a spark of joy and hope he thought he’d lost forever.

Their love is a defiant flame in a world growing colder by the day. With war looming over Poland, their bond faces impossible trials—family betrayal, devastating loss, and the terrifying walls of the Warsaw Ghetto. As the Nazi grip tightens, Pitor must summon a courage he never knew he had to protect his family and fight for their survival.

But when their young son, Jakup, is torn from their arms, the pain threatens to break even Pitor’s steely resolve. How far will he go to save the ones he loves? And in the darkest moments of war, can love really be enough to endure the unthinkable?

Heart-wrenching and unforgettable, I’ll Never Cry Again is a powerful story of love’s triumph over hatred, of a family’s fight for survival, and of a man who must confront his deepest fears to protect what matters most.


Readers are LOVING the heart-wrenching series opener I'll Never Cry Again:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Here is a case where the title doesn't match because I couldn't stop crying!! Loved this story by Roberta Kagan ... It truly shows the horrors of war, but love always comes through. I can't wait to read more of this saga..." –Netgally Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This book will grip you from page one. This book is set in Poland during WW2 and is the story of Pita and Mila as their lives are shattered when they are rounded up and I put into the Warsaw Getto with other Jewish Neighbour, friends, and relatives. It is the powerful story of a couple who must face all their fears to fight for and survive to save the ones they love the most ... A truly remarkable book with all your emotions revealed whilst reading it. You will find yourself Happy, Angry, Sad." –Netgalley Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I totally 100% love this story. It has a complete mix of suspense, action, heartbreaking and tenderness ... could not put down." –Goodreads Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Whenever Roberta Kagan has a new book I will drop whatever else I am reading and start hers. I've yet to be disappointed. This is no exception. Great storyline, characters and narrative. She has a distinct way to bring all her characters to life and make you feel such strong emotions - both good and bad - about them. I can't wait for the rest of what promises to be another amazing series!" –Goodreads Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I am so glad that I discovered this author and I really enjoy reading her books ...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Historical, Fiction, World War II

300 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 15, 2025

About the author

I’m an American writer of Jewish and Romany decent. I write Historical Fiction and Historical Romance, most of which is set during the holocaust. Although I never discount the horrors of the time period, the main focus of my work is on ordinary people who prove to be strong heroic characters in unfathomable circumstances.

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Reviews

[Wendy Hart · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a brilliant work of historical fiction that brings the Warsaw Ghetto to life. The rich descriptions of the surroundings, the diverse characters, and their emotions make for an immersive read. There is nothing in this book that I could fault.

[Deacon Tom (Feeling Better) · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off, I totally 100% love this story. It has a complete mix of suspense, action, heartbreaking and tenderness.

I thought the characters were strong, and our young Jakup was so easy to become attached with that as the ups and downs of his life moved, my heart moved with it.

Set in Poland, it accurately portrayed the pain of the Polish people and the barbarious methods of the Nazis.

It very quick read, and one that I quite frankly could not put down.

[Christine Cazeneuve · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whenever Roberta Kagan has a new book I will drop whatever else I am reading and start hers. I've yet to be disappointed. This is no exception. Great storyline, characters and narrative. She has a distinct way to bring all her characters to life and make you feel such strong emotions - both good and bad - about them. I can't wait for the rest of what promises to be another amazing series! Thanks to Netgalley, the author and publishers for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

[Kate Baxter · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 / 5.0 Stars

Author Roberta Kagan has crafted an engrossing story about Jewish life in Poland during the years leading up to and during World War II. It is an emotional roller-coaster in its delivery and it beautifully captures the traditions of and challenges faced by the Polish Jewish people - all through the eyes of a young Jewish couple.

Pitor Barr, a secular Jewish boy, sets his sites on a lovely, albeit, Orthodox Jewish girl, Mila Zielinsky, who is promised to another. Eventually, Pitor and Mila make a life together and face its challenges in their unified front. They are eventually relocated into the Warsaw Ghetto and face more challenges. These challenges, ultimately, lead to the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising - the largest single revolt by Jews during World War II.

This story was well thought out and the writing is good. The reader's empathy is drawn upon as the young couple rise above each and every challenge they face. The scene settings are evocative and the use of Yiddish throughout the story contributes to it. The ending felt a bit rushed, even more so than the action may have called for. One can only hope that the cliffhangers at the end of the book are resolved in the next book in series, of which, this is the first.

(There were a couple of modest plot errors in the copy I received, which were hopefully corrected prior to publication.)


Publisher: ‎ Roberta Kagan Publishing
Publication Date: ‎ January 8, 2025
Number of Pages: 298
ISBN-13:‎ 978-1957207803

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ll Never Cry Again by Roberta Kagan is yet another Holocaust novel. Like a romance novel wherein the reader knows how it will end, in Holocaust novels, the reader knows how it will end and it’s not good. I have overdosed on Holocaust novels and yet when I see one by Roberta Kagan I am once again drawn in. She is the ultimate storyteller, imbuing each character with personality and a compelling backstory. Thus she has done with this novel which is the story of Mila and Pitor, Jews who live in a small village in Poland. Pitor is a fallen-away Jew who has lived through the deaths of both parents, as well as his aunt and uncle with whom he and his father came to live after his mother’s death. He was fifteen and headed in the wrong direction in Warsaw. Too many bad influences. Early in his time in the village he saw a girl; he knew at that moment she was the other half of his soul, just as his mother had said. After several years of watching and discovering she was betrothed, he convinced her to meet him so he could talk her out of the marriage her Orthodox father had arranged for her and marry him instead.

These characters are such good people. Mila is a little flakey but Pitor loves her anyway and eventually they have a child: the spitting image of his father, blonde, curly hair and blue eyes. Life is good for them. Until one day when soldiers appear and load all of the Jews into trucks and take them to the Warsaw Ghetto where life changes. Life was hard there. They met other people who had been snatched out of their lives as well, but things got worse and worse. Pitor was a naturally positive person and always saw opportunities. Mila would follow him anywhere. This was a heart-breaking, while enlightening novel. But, know what you are getting into.

I was invited to read I’ll Never Cry Again by Book Whisperer. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #BookWhisperer #RobertaKagan #IllNeverCryAgain

[Trudy Dowling · Rating 5 out of 5]

The title might say "I'll Never Cry Again" but I couldn't stop crying. The story begins before WW2 taking the reader on a journey to experience that stereotyping was occuring long before the war started. Even different Jewish sects were not tolerant of other Jews sects. Pitor experienced it first hand when he went to work in his uncle's butcher shop. Because it wasn't Kosher he was treated with distaste by others. When he fell in love with Mila, an Orthodox Jew, she was ostracized when she chose to be with him.

Mila and Pitor are a fantastic example of soulmates. Whatever they encountered, they had each other's strength to keep them going. Soon they have their own family and they thought the future was bright. Then the Nazis bombed Poland breaking the treaty. Soon all the Jews, including Pitor and his family are taken to a Warsaw Ghetto.

The story is an emotional read. The realistic story was gut wrenching. The horrors that the Jewish people endured was crushing. I was also reminded that many of the Jewish people could not be trusted. The judenrats thought nothing of turning on others to save themselves. When one of the Judenrats gave a perfect looking aryan child to the SS I wanted to scream. How would his Jewish parents ever be able to find him? Would the Nazis ever realize they had been duped and then what would happen to the Jewish child?

The treatment of the Jewish people was evil. Their determination to survive and gain freedom was inspirational. Even when a story might have a little happiness the suffering can't be forgotten. I will admit there was nothing more satisfying as when one of the Judenrats was put on a transport to camp.

[SHIRLEY · Rating 4 out of 5]

Prior to WWII the reader is introduced to Pitar - a secular (nonOrthodox) Jewish butcher in Warsaw. He meets Mila, an Orthodox Jewess betrothed to Anshel- a Jewish scholar. As Pitar talks to his mother on her deathbed, she tells him that he will know when the woman he meets is bashert - (meant to be) and he should go along with the feeling. She writes to her brother who has a butcher shop to ask him to apprentice Pitar, which he does.
However, Hitler soon breaks the peace treaty with Poland and invades the country, forcing the Jews into the Warsaw Ghetto where they were forced to live in squalor, in crowded apartments, with limited food or privacy. Through it all, Pitar and MIla maintained their family and their love and sheltered their son, who was blond haired and blue eyed (like his father). Their circumstances were made as bad as possible due to the Judenrat (Jewish Council rep) being the man who Mila had been betrothed to, and Anshel having anger at the breakup. As bad as the ghetto was, it got even worse when Hitler decided that the Germans were not producing enough children and he enforced kidnapping children who looked Aryan.
The author obviously did extensive research on the German occupation and the Warsaw Ghetto and described the challenges that the family faced and the actions of the Germans. I liked that she also brought out the love and respect that Pitar and Mila had for each other and their families. I thought that the characters were well developed, and believable. I hope that I get a chance to read the next book in this series as this one ended with a cliffhanger.
I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher and am leaving my own opinions voluntarily.

[Firetruckmama · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher, for which I thank them.

“I’ll Never Cry Again” is a WWII novel by Roberta Kagan. I’ve read a number of Ms. Kagan’s books before and this one is similar both on topic (WWII) and formula. In this story, the reader starts with Adolf Hitler musing at Eagle’s Nest and deciding that there aren’t enough pure Aryans, so he makes a decree that the troops will need to find children fitting the Aryan looks no matter if they’re pure German or not. Then the story goes back into the past and the reader meets Pitor. His background is given and when he sees Mila, he knows she’s the love of his life. Through some family issues, Mila and Pitor do marry and, eventually, have a child. Pitor and Mila end up, unfortunately, in the Warsaw Ghetto where things, to put it mildly, aren’t great, but they try to survive as best they can. Then, their child is taken from them by a Nazi and they don’t know why or where the child is - but they will try to find their child no matter what. This book leaves unresolved, but as it’s the beginning of a new series, this makes sense. I think this book was okay - I didn’t learn anything new (and, in fact, was glad that Ms. Kagan addressed taking a Jewish child to pose as being pure Aryan) and I felt that some of the information was repeated and the language a bit simplistic at times. For new readers of Ms. Kagan’s work, this book might be better appreciate. Ms. Kagan does write with heart - ensuring that the family is the center and heart of her books.

[Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Roberta Kagan's devastating I'll Never Cry Again is heart crushing World War II Historical Fiction novel about steadfast love, (dis)loyalty, sorrow and the lengths people go to during times of great devastation. Non-kosher butcher Pitor and Orthodox Jew Mila meet and quickly connect but face obstacles early on. Though both Jewish, Pitor isn't Jewish enough for Mila's family's approval but marry anyway. Meanwhile, the Warsaw Jews are being persecuted and tormented more and more by the day and soon they are rounded up and forced into the ghetto. Starvation is rampant and death soon becomes common. Dealing with the black market becomes a necessity. Pitor and Mila have a wee Aryan-looking son who is snatched from them even though he is a not German. Jews start turning on Jews in desperate attempts at survival and sometimes to settle a score. Nazis are brutal and ruthless and informants add to the nightmare. Along with everyone else, the young couple is forced with difficult decisions as their lives are upended by the terrors of war.

This is one of Kagan's strongest novels in my opinion. If there is a criticism, it is that her writing is on the simplistic side with unnecessary explanations. But she doesn't shy away from the tough topics and is passionate about the subject matter. I appreciate her perspectives and research. The cover, though.

My sincere thank you to Book Whisperer and NetGalley for providing me with an early digital copy of this emotive novel.

[Lily · Rating 3 out of 5]

In the first book in the Million Miracles series, Roberta Kagan brings the Warsaw Ghetto to life in this powerful new World War II historical fiction series. Following Pitor Barr, his wife and soulmate Mila, and their child Jakup from the first days of their relationship to the German invasion of Poland, readers discover how loss, betrayal, and the restrictions of the ghetto will shape their relationships with each other. When Jakup is suddenly stolen from them, Pitor must summon all of his courage and strength for his son and Mila to do what he can to protect his family. With a host of fascinating characters and some really complicated relationships which haunt Pitor and Mila, readers will once again be immersed in Kagan’s new novel. Her characters continue to bring this novel to life, and their personalities shine out of the pages and draw readers into the story. A fantastic start to the new series, this book has all of Kagan’s traditional stylistic markers, and the incredible historical detail in this novel really adds to the heightened emotions in the background of this novel. Incredibly written and deeply emotional, Kagan’s new novel is a fantastically written and heart wrenching start to another powerful series.

Thanks to NetGalley and Book Whisperer for the advance copy.

[E · Rating 4 out of 5]

By the time the Nazis took over Poland, Pitor and Mila had already made a happy life for themselves. By marrying Pitor, Mila was denied contact with her family because her father had betrothed her to another man and would not give them his blessing. But the heart wants what the heart wants. They had a beautiful son and their own home and business. One day they were stripped of their livelihood and home and were forced to move into the Warsaw Ghetto. From that time on all they had left from their previous life was their love and the desire to survive. Sadly, things go from bad to worse.
Set during the worst of times, the author vividly brings to life believable characters as they face terrors they never could have imagined. In their voices readers can feel their fears and anger. How could this happen to them?
Heartfelt and moving, this work of historical fiction is well worth reading. Highly recommended.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Book Whisperer through NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

[Marija · Rating 4 out of 5]

"I’ll Never Cry Again" by Roberta Kagan is yet another compelling Holocaust novel. Much like a romance where the ending is predictable, these stories also lead to an inevitable, tragic conclusion.

The storyline, characters, and narrative are exceptional. Kagan has a remarkable talent for bringing her characters to life, provoking strong emotions—both uplifting and heartbreaking. I'm eagerly anticipating the rest of what is sure to be an incredible series!

While I found this book somewhat straightforward, it still has its merits. I appreciated Ms. Kagan’s discussion on the complexities of taking a Jewish child to pose as Aryan, showing her depth as a writer. However, I did notice some repetition, and at times, the language felt a bit simplistic. That said, I believe new readers of Ms. Kagan’s work will find this book especially engaging. Her writing is infused with heart, consistently placing family at the center of her narratives.

I’m grateful to have received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

No matter how many books I read about the Holocaust, I’m always horrified all over again.
Roberta Kagan brings the humanity and love stories into the horrific, historical events.

“I’ll Never Cry Again” is her newest book, beginning with the “ shtetle” ( little town) in Poland and ending with the Warsaw ghetto uprising.
Pitor, a troubled young man, goes to Warsaw to pursue a job in a butcher shop. When he sees a beautiful girl, Mila, he knows immediately that she’s his beshert, his “meant to be” wife.
Over time, Mila chooses to leave her orthodox family and community to marry Pitor.
Life moves on, until the Nazis force all Jews into the Warsaw Ghetto.
Mika, Pitor and their son, Jakeup suffer through hunger, illness, overcrowding and fear.
The story ends with the Warsaw Ghetto uprising.

This was a very sad love story, based on actual historical events.
I look forward to the next sequel from Roberta Kagan.

[Theresa Werner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book review for I'll NEver Cry Again by Roberta Kagan. I always enjoy and look forward to reading Kagen's books. This is the first book in a new series. Looking forward to next book to continue following Pitor and Mila.
I'll Never Cry Again by Roberta Kagan is a captivating start to a new series that promises to be as engaging as her previous works. The story introduces us to Pitor and Mila, whose lives are intricately woven with historical events and personal struggles. Kagan's ability to create vivid, relatable characters shines through, making readers eagerly anticipate the next installment in the series.

The book's emotional depth and historical context add layers to the narrative, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction. If you enjoy Kagan's storytelling, you'll find yourself eagerly awaiting the continuation of Pitor and Mila's journey in the next book.

[Anna B · Rating 5 out of 5]

A stunning historical masterpiece written with heart-wrenching honesty. This book took me on a journey of emotions; hope, fear, and so much more. It’s a story of survival, not just physically but emotionally as well.

Each character in this book is so real they jump off the page. Their experiences help shape who they are and who they become. Isn’t this true of all of us? Though my experiences are not the same, I found someone to relate to on many different levels throughout the story.

The author has a way of describing the time period, that places me right there. I felt like I fit into the scene, walked in the same shoes as the characters. I could close my eyes and see what they were seeing, feel what they were feeling. Keep the tissues handy.

Roberta Kagan is spot on in every aspect of her writing. A truly fabulous book.

[Robin Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is set in Poland, at the beginning of WWII. Pitor and Mila are a young couple with a son, Jakup. They are sent to live in the Warsaw ghetto and their lives are drastically changed. Hitler decided that the Germans were not producing enough children and tasked the soldiers to kidnap children who appeared to be Aryan. Little Jakup had blond hair and blue eyes. He attracted the attention of a soldier who was desperate to turn in a child. The soldier kidnapped Jakup and hoped no one would find out that he was Jewish. Pitor has been despondent over his inability to take care of his family financially. The pain of losing their son has almost broken the young couple and Pitor is willing to do anything to find him. The characters ae well developed and the story completely drew me in. I cannot wait for the next book!

[Donna Shaw · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mila comes from an orthodox Jewish family in Poland. Her father is very strict and has dictated who she will marry. She is miserable because she does not want to marry this man. One day, she sees Pitor and its love at first sight for both of them. They marry immediately and she is considered dead by her family. Pitor and Mila have a decent life, are very happy and have a son. Germany breaks the agreement with Poland and invades the country and rounding up the Jews and locating them in the Warsaw Ghetto. Pitor joins the resistance to fight the Nazis and attempts an escape from the ghetto during the uprising. He promised Mila that he would protect her at any cost.

Thank you Roberta Kagan and Book Whisperer

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Roberta is an expert at writing books which focus on love, sacrifice and hope during the Holocaust, and I'll Never Cry Again certainly does that.

It touches on the Warsaw Ghetto uprising, and also the lebensborn programme which the Nazis set up to try and increase the aryan population. I find at times that I have to suspend my belief/knowledge of the period a little, as there are a few things that don't quite add up for me. Having said that, I still find myself fully invested in the story and desperately hoping for a happy outcome.

I loved Pitor and Mila, their love for each other, and their son, was palpable. I could feel it radiating from every page. And I can't even begin to imagine how awful it was for families like them. Their strength and courage really shone through.

[Darlene Golbitz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Courtesy of The Book Whisperer and Netgalley, I received the ARC of I'll Never Cry Again by Roberta Kagan. This WWII historical novel is set in Poland and portrays a beautiful love story of a Jewish couple who find each other, as they are meant to be together, in spite of many odds. Happily living in their village, blessed by the arrival of a son, not monetarily wealthy, but delighting in their everyday life: this lasts until Hitler comes to power and they are taken to the Warsaw Ghetto, with all of it's horrors and trauma. A bit repetitive in the beginning with declarations of love, the narrative evens out and this well researched story becomes suspenseful and compelling, ending with a cliff hanger!

[Destiny Imperati · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review ✨️

☆Amazingly written♡

Roberta has easily become my one of my top authors for historical fiction. Her writing is very detailed and easy to follow along. Every book I've picked up from her so far has been nothing but the best.

This story had some really loveable characters, and the strength they displayed was admirable. The way the story unfolded really goes to show how horrifying it was back during this era. The author sheds a new light on war, and along with that came some very emotional situations throughout reading. Overall, if you're a fan of history, I highly recommend reading this!

Thanks so much to the author and Book Whisperer for the ARC!

[Shirley McAllister · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pitor and Mila

This is a story of two young people that meet and fall in love in Poland. They are married and eventually have a son named Jacup. He beautiful child with blond curls like his father and a sweet temperament, he was loved very much by his parents.

The book tells the story of his kidnapping and pitor and Mila’s heartbreak not knowing where their son is.

It is the story of their removal to the horrible polish ghetto called the Warsaw Ghetto. It is also the story of the courage of Pitor and mila during the ghetto uprising.

It is a sad ending and I cried when I read it. The book was a good book and well worth reading.

I was given an advance copy to read. The review is my own.

[Howard Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This novel is a love story depicting families in Poland before and after the takeover by the Nazis. To describe this emotional novel as heartbreaking is only partially accurate. It is written in a manner that the reader feels he or she is there and is experiencing exactly what is happening. My only criticism is that this is the first installment in a series and, as an aging senior, I must wait to see the outcome. Ms. Kagan writes from her heart and I wholeheartedly recommend this novel to all readers and thank NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book prior to publication.

[Carey Mundy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow Kagan has done it yet again and I read this book in a day - too hard to put down! But it does end with a cliff hanger so I sure hope another book in this series is in the works! Pitor Barr is living outside Warsaw and sees the Jewish woman he plans to marry. She was betrothed to another man but fell in love and leaves family for the love of Pitor. They have a child but when war breaks out and they are forced into the Warsaw ghetto, their lives become so hard. When their son is stolen by the Nazis because he looks Aryan, they vow to get him back. Read it!

[annasbook nookk · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'll never cry again was an emotional, story throughout.
I adored Pitor and Mila’s relationship; they were a tender and beautiful couple.
Even living in the Warsaw Ghetto, they carried on.
When Jakup, their beautiful son, is taken from them, I felt awful for them; it tested Pitors strength, and I felt so awful for him and Mila.

Despite the story of the harsh realities of war, the pair's resilience was so strong.
Their courage and the sacrifices they made to live were courageous.
Yet again, emotional throughout, I needed throughout and am eager to read book two to find out the outcomes of the cliffhangers in this.

[Kathleen Riggs · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will never cry again by Roberta Kogan. This book will grip you from page one. This book is set in Poland during WW2 and is the story of Pita and Mila as their lives are shattered when they are rounded up and I put into the Warsaw Getto with other Jewish Neighbour, friends, and relatives. It is the powerful story of a couple who must face all their fears to fight for and survive to save the ones they love the most. Pita and Mila have a young son whom they both adore and are trying to keep safe. When he is taken both parents are at their wits end and do everything possible to find him. A truly remarkable book with all your emotions revealed whilst reading it. You will find yourself Happy, Angry, Sad and at a devastating loss when their beautiful son is snatched from the Warsaw Getto. Thanks to NetGalley and to the publishers of this book for giving me a free advance copy of the book to preview and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Terry M · Rating 5 out of 5]

A well written love story, which combines the hardships of being a jew in the times of Hitler. The heartache and suffering pulls on the heart strings and you feel their pain, suffering and loss. Life in the Warsaw Ghetto is soul destroying, but Pitor is determined to survive and protect his wife and son at all cost. Highly recommended, I received an ARC copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Kelly Carr · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a heart-wrenching love story of a young Jewish couple during the lead up to and the Nazi occupation of Poland during WWII. The characters capture and break your heart from start to finish. Roberta Kagan pulls you into the lives and small community of these characters as they struggle to follow their heart and overcome the challenges of this time.

I read this book in one day- I couldn’t put it down. I highly recommend this book!

[Karen Kepner · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Jewish Ghetto in Warsaw

This novel starts in a little town outside Warsaw with many Jews, some secular and most Orthodox. The rivalry between both groups sets the basis for bad feelings. Nazis come and take all the Jews to the Ghetto in Warsaw. This book ends with the Ghetto uprising. I love how Roberta Kagan writes: her characters are real, with human failings and characteristics. The story line is always tight and well written.

[Becca Cate · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love this author but for some reason this book really annoyed me. I felt like the whole first half of the book could be shortened and made the book longer and then there would be no need for the second book. I have also noticed that this author repeats the same phrases and reiterates the plot so much that it feels like i’m reading the same thing over and over again. idk if i’m going to continue the series.

[Caroline 'relaxing with my rescue dogs' · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so glad that I discovered this author and I really enjoy reading her books. They provide a different, for me, outlook on this time in history. What really got me was the descriptions of the differences between the different Jewish communities and what happened at the Warsaw Ghetto was heartbreaking.

As always it ends on a note that you really want to read the next one.