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The Angel of Warsaw
Inspired by true events, blending white-knuckle suspense with wartime romance, a woman who would become known as the female Schindler, risks everything to smuggle children out of the ghetto and away from the grasp of the Gestapo…
Warsaw, 1939. The Nazi invasion shatters the city, as Nazi banners rise, hunger gnaws, and walls create a ghetto. SS patrols prowl and trains stand ready for “resettlement” camps of Treblinka.
Granted access to the ghetto as a “public health specialist,” Irena Sendler steps through the gates with forged papers and begins with the smallest, most dangerous smuggling children out and away from certain death.
With help from a group of rebels, Jewish residents and her lover, Irena builds a pipeline under the occupier’s nose, using any means necessary, including the city’s sewers.
At unimaginable personal risk, she keeps one last secret hidden. But if she is caught the truth threatens to remain hidden forever…
Inspired by the true story of Irena Sendler, the Polish social worker who helped rescue more than 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto, The Angel of Warsaw is an unforgettable, heart-stopping novel of resistance, sacrifice, bravery and love.
Warsaw, 1939. The Nazi invasion shatters the city, as Nazi banners rise, hunger gnaws, and walls create a ghetto. SS patrols prowl and trains stand ready for “resettlement” camps of Treblinka.
Granted access to the ghetto as a “public health specialist,” Irena Sendler steps through the gates with forged papers and begins with the smallest, most dangerous smuggling children out and away from certain death.
With help from a group of rebels, Jewish residents and her lover, Irena builds a pipeline under the occupier’s nose, using any means necessary, including the city’s sewers.
At unimaginable personal risk, she keeps one last secret hidden. But if she is caught the truth threatens to remain hidden forever…
Inspired by the true story of Irena Sendler, the Polish social worker who helped rescue more than 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto, The Angel of Warsaw is an unforgettable, heart-stopping novel of resistance, sacrifice, bravery and love.
252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2025
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November 28, 2025
Of course, I've heard of Irena Sandler. There are books and films about this remarkable and brave lady who must have been an extraordinary person. I've been wanting to read about her life for some time.
She lived from 1910 to 2008, and in 1965, Yad Vashem recognised her as righteous among nations for her rescue of 2500 children from The Warsaw Ghetto under the noses of the Gestapo. Captured and tortured, she remained resolute and strong and gave nothing away.
My feeling overall was that this book didn't do her justice.. I know it was faction, a mix of fact and fiction but I felt too much weight was given to a romantic attachment and not enough to her story which is remarkable enough on its own. For me, the terror, squalor and living conditions in the Ghetto and the people held within didn't go far enough or deep enough.
I thought the book was well written to begin with, but I became increasingly irritated as I continued to read by the jarring similes and metaphors threaded throughout, which felt unnecessary and jarring and became tedious. For me, they didn't add to the story but became a distraction.
Sentences like: the coat hung on her like a sentence" - what does that even mean? "felt how the sentence warmed her from inside like tea moving through a body cold too long." "Each digit rung like a bell striking bone." Some of the early ones felt apt and smart, but far too many of them began to irk and slow down the narrative and coild have been pruned. just my opinion.
I would like to read a better book about this extraordinary woman. but this book gave a flavour, so has whetted my appetite to learn more about her and her life. So that's a good thing.
She lived from 1910 to 2008, and in 1965, Yad Vashem recognised her as righteous among nations for her rescue of 2500 children from The Warsaw Ghetto under the noses of the Gestapo. Captured and tortured, she remained resolute and strong and gave nothing away.
My feeling overall was that this book didn't do her justice.. I know it was faction, a mix of fact and fiction but I felt too much weight was given to a romantic attachment and not enough to her story which is remarkable enough on its own. For me, the terror, squalor and living conditions in the Ghetto and the people held within didn't go far enough or deep enough.
I thought the book was well written to begin with, but I became increasingly irritated as I continued to read by the jarring similes and metaphors threaded throughout, which felt unnecessary and jarring and became tedious. For me, they didn't add to the story but became a distraction.
Sentences like: the coat hung on her like a sentence" - what does that even mean? "felt how the sentence warmed her from inside like tea moving through a body cold too long." "Each digit rung like a bell striking bone." Some of the early ones felt apt and smart, but far too many of them began to irk and slow down the narrative and coild have been pruned. just my opinion.
I would like to read a better book about this extraordinary woman. but this book gave a flavour, so has whetted my appetite to learn more about her and her life. So that's a good thing.
February 13, 2026
I struggled to finish this book. I’m very interested in the subject matter, but I did not enjoy the style that the author wrote in. I found the descriptions hard to decipher and the use of similes and metaphors excessive and unnecessary.
February 22, 2026
What a disappointment.
The story is important, something I didn't know. It's about Irena Sendler, aka The Schindler of Poland. Her group rescued 1000s of Jews from the Warsaw ghetto, mostly children, & she personally rescued around 400. They'd smuggle the kids out in boxes with false bottoms. At one point she was captured & tortured, but she never gave up anything. After the Russians "liberated" Poland, she turned in jars full of papers with original names & the new names they were given so they could hopefully be reunited with their families. She's been honored by Yad Vashem & with a Nobel Peace Prize. So she's a figure we *should* know more about in the wider world.
This book is not how we should learn about her. The language the author uses is so packed with metaphors - some bordering on laughable, some just incomprehensible - that it makes reading a chore. The author also made small changes that just don't make sense; for instance, in the book, she's storing the names in tins, not jars, & she tells the guards at the gate that she's allowed to go into the ghetto to fight lice, but in reality it was typhus. That, to me, is a bizarre change, because, while lice are not good, typhus is something the Nazis were apparently pretty scared of. I recently read something about Dr. Eugene Lazowski who along with another doctor, faked a typhoid outbreak to save a town from being invaded by the Nazis. Why make these small changes? Especially the detail of typhus vs. lice, it actually lessens Irena's heroism.
At about 75% through, the editing gets really sloppy with misspellings & words added or missed. It's not a lot, but considering there were no grammatical errors up to that point, it just seemed really weird.
I was also kind of thrown by the romance that was added in. At one point after saving a child, her & her boyfriend have sex in his small apartment with this stranger's child *right there*. I'm not a prude but that seemed weird.
The torture scene seemed a little graphic, not that I'm complaining, torture is bad, but just be warned if you're sensitive.
The story is important, something I didn't know. It's about Irena Sendler, aka The Schindler of Poland. Her group rescued 1000s of Jews from the Warsaw ghetto, mostly children, & she personally rescued around 400. They'd smuggle the kids out in boxes with false bottoms. At one point she was captured & tortured, but she never gave up anything. After the Russians "liberated" Poland, she turned in jars full of papers with original names & the new names they were given so they could hopefully be reunited with their families. She's been honored by Yad Vashem & with a Nobel Peace Prize. So she's a figure we *should* know more about in the wider world.
This book is not how we should learn about her. The language the author uses is so packed with metaphors - some bordering on laughable, some just incomprehensible - that it makes reading a chore. The author also made small changes that just don't make sense; for instance, in the book, she's storing the names in tins, not jars, & she tells the guards at the gate that she's allowed to go into the ghetto to fight lice, but in reality it was typhus. That, to me, is a bizarre change, because, while lice are not good, typhus is something the Nazis were apparently pretty scared of. I recently read something about Dr. Eugene Lazowski who along with another doctor, faked a typhoid outbreak to save a town from being invaded by the Nazis. Why make these small changes? Especially the detail of typhus vs. lice, it actually lessens Irena's heroism.
At about 75% through, the editing gets really sloppy with misspellings & words added or missed. It's not a lot, but considering there were no grammatical errors up to that point, it just seemed really weird.
I was also kind of thrown by the romance that was added in. At one point after saving a child, her & her boyfriend have sex in his small apartment with this stranger's child *right there*. I'm not a prude but that seemed weird.
The torture scene seemed a little graphic, not that I'm complaining, torture is bad, but just be warned if you're sensitive.
January 2, 2026
dates are all wrong
What publisher would allow this book to be published with wrong dates? Why bother writing the account of Irene Sendler if you pretend that the Warsaw ghetto uprising never took place and claim she was still saving children in the summer through October of 1943. Sloppy and insulting to those of us who have studied the Holocaust. This book has Irene entering the ghetto in October of 43. The ghetto was liquidated in May - there was no one left to save. Total rubbish.
What publisher would allow this book to be published with wrong dates? Why bother writing the account of Irene Sendler if you pretend that the Warsaw ghetto uprising never took place and claim she was still saving children in the summer through October of 1943. Sloppy and insulting to those of us who have studied the Holocaust. This book has Irene entering the ghetto in October of 43. The ghetto was liquidated in May - there was no one left to save. Total rubbish.
February 13, 2026
The Angel of Warsaw
I hate to write bad, or even mixed, reviews! But if I'm honest, I sometimes have to. Unfortunately, this is one of the sometimes. I gave it 4 Stars, but it really only deserves 3.
I gave it the extra Star though because the story is actually very good. It tells a true story in a fictionalized version. A woman in WWII Warsaw, Poland risks her life, & very nearly loses it, to save hundreds of Jewish children from the ghetto, where they were systematically being starved & housed in overcrowded, filthy tenements. A wonderful, inspiring story. However, that beautiful story was all but ruined for me by what I found to be poor writing, which is, of course, subjective. I felt was pretentious, bordering on Purple! Phrases that made no sense to me, even after Googling & finding no explanations, such as "Another (child) bounced a ball; it hit a car root and leapt sideways.". I don't know what a car root is & neither did Google. Also, descriptions so superfluous as to be ridiculous. For example: "In the mornings, City Hall breathed like it contained wild animals penned too tightly: that curled in on themselves in an act of self-preservation, behind doors that swallowed people and coughed them back out with new creases between the brows." & "A stove sweated in the corner, irrelevantly heroic." Now, I'm not against a bit of melodramatic description, but it was simply way overused in this book. That is very sad, because I really did like the story itself. I am a big fan of WWII Historical Fiction, but I honestly don't know whether or not I will read anything else from this author. Maybe one more, to see if this is just a one time thing? Perhaps she was experimenting with a new writing style?
I hate to write bad, or even mixed, reviews! But if I'm honest, I sometimes have to. Unfortunately, this is one of the sometimes. I gave it 4 Stars, but it really only deserves 3.
I gave it the extra Star though because the story is actually very good. It tells a true story in a fictionalized version. A woman in WWII Warsaw, Poland risks her life, & very nearly loses it, to save hundreds of Jewish children from the ghetto, where they were systematically being starved & housed in overcrowded, filthy tenements. A wonderful, inspiring story. However, that beautiful story was all but ruined for me by what I found to be poor writing, which is, of course, subjective. I felt was pretentious, bordering on Purple! Phrases that made no sense to me, even after Googling & finding no explanations, such as "Another (child) bounced a ball; it hit a car root and leapt sideways.". I don't know what a car root is & neither did Google. Also, descriptions so superfluous as to be ridiculous. For example: "In the mornings, City Hall breathed like it contained wild animals penned too tightly: that curled in on themselves in an act of self-preservation, behind doors that swallowed people and coughed them back out with new creases between the brows." & "A stove sweated in the corner, irrelevantly heroic." Now, I'm not against a bit of melodramatic description, but it was simply way overused in this book. That is very sad, because I really did like the story itself. I am a big fan of WWII Historical Fiction, but I honestly don't know whether or not I will read anything else from this author. Maybe one more, to see if this is just a one time thing? Perhaps she was experimenting with a new writing style?
May 12, 2026
The novel crawled across my mind like a snail dragging chains through wet cement, while its plot sat on the page like a broken clock refusing to move.
Every chapter wheezed like an old accordion, and the dialogue stumbled through conversations like drunk actors lost in a storm.
Each sentence clanged against my patience like pots tossed down a staircase, and the pacing limped through the pages like a wounded mule in heavy rain.
The metaphors bloomed like plastic flowers in poisoned soil, while the themes hid in the shadows like frightened mice avoiding daylight.
By the final chapter, the book groaned in my hands like a collapsing bridge, and disappointment wrapped around me like smoke from a house fire. I found myself thinking in metaphors, and like Cinderella I tried to sweep away the cobwebs that threatened to choke the very breath from me. The formerly fertile ground of my brain became overrun with the cloying weeds. I finally gave up after only one quarter of the way through. (Written with some help from AI)
Every chapter wheezed like an old accordion, and the dialogue stumbled through conversations like drunk actors lost in a storm.
Each sentence clanged against my patience like pots tossed down a staircase, and the pacing limped through the pages like a wounded mule in heavy rain.
The metaphors bloomed like plastic flowers in poisoned soil, while the themes hid in the shadows like frightened mice avoiding daylight.
By the final chapter, the book groaned in my hands like a collapsing bridge, and disappointment wrapped around me like smoke from a house fire. I found myself thinking in metaphors, and like Cinderella I tried to sweep away the cobwebs that threatened to choke the very breath from me. The formerly fertile ground of my brain became overrun with the cloying weeds. I finally gave up after only one quarter of the way through. (Written with some help from AI)
April 2, 2026
I’ve read another book about this same woman. Her bravery is unimaginable!
May 11, 2026
An unbelievably courageous woman teams up with others to rescue Jewish children in Russia during World War II. both heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time.
April 23, 2026
This book is inspired by the true story of Irene Sendler, who helped to rescue more than 2,500 children from the Warsaw ghetto during WWII. It’s an amazing story of heroism and bravery on the part of the social workers. However, the author’s unabashed use of similes and metaphors made the book almost laughable. I could visualize my English professors shaking their heads and tossing the manuscript in the wastebasket. I hope Rebecca Scott will learn from these reviews when she embarks on her next novel.
April 10, 2026
Compelling Tale Tangled in Tautology: A Review of The Angle of Warsaw
The Angle of Warsaw by Rebecca Scott is a novel that presents a profound emotional paradox. On one hand, the core narrative is undeniably powerful—a gripping, high-stakes story set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II that should, by all accounts, be a page-turner. On the other hand, the prose itself often acts as a barrier between the reader and the heart of the story.
The "bones" of this book are excellent. Scott has a keen eye for the historical gravity of Warsaw, and the plot is layered with the kind of tension and human spirit that makes historical fiction so resonant. The stakes are high, and the emotional beats of the story are "amazing" in their conception, offering a vivid look at survival and sacrifice.
However, the reading experience is significantly hampered by the author’s stylistic choices. The primary issue lies in the relentless use of comparative adjectives and metaphorical phrases. It felt as though almost every factual statement or simple action was weighed down by a comparison. While evocative language is a staple of the genre, the sheer density here makes the narrative feel sluggish. Instead of the prose flowing naturally, it often feels like a "drag" to navigate through the descriptive thicket to get to the actual events.
Compounding this is a noticeable level of repetitive phrasing. There are numerous instances where ideas or descriptions are revisited so frequently that it feels less like a thematic choice and more like a strategy to pad the word count. Reading the same sentiment expressed in slightly different words multiple times in a single chapter can be exhausting, pulling the reader out of the immersive world the author worked so hard to build.
If you are a die-hard fan of WWII history and can overlook a dense, repetitive writing style for the sake of a strong plot, The Angle of Warsaw is worth the effort. However, those who prefer tight, efficient prose may find the journey through these pages a bit of a marathon.
The Angle of Warsaw by Rebecca Scott is a novel that presents a profound emotional paradox. On one hand, the core narrative is undeniably powerful—a gripping, high-stakes story set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II that should, by all accounts, be a page-turner. On the other hand, the prose itself often acts as a barrier between the reader and the heart of the story.
The "bones" of this book are excellent. Scott has a keen eye for the historical gravity of Warsaw, and the plot is layered with the kind of tension and human spirit that makes historical fiction so resonant. The stakes are high, and the emotional beats of the story are "amazing" in their conception, offering a vivid look at survival and sacrifice.
However, the reading experience is significantly hampered by the author’s stylistic choices. The primary issue lies in the relentless use of comparative adjectives and metaphorical phrases. It felt as though almost every factual statement or simple action was weighed down by a comparison. While evocative language is a staple of the genre, the sheer density here makes the narrative feel sluggish. Instead of the prose flowing naturally, it often feels like a "drag" to navigate through the descriptive thicket to get to the actual events.
Compounding this is a noticeable level of repetitive phrasing. There are numerous instances where ideas or descriptions are revisited so frequently that it feels less like a thematic choice and more like a strategy to pad the word count. Reading the same sentiment expressed in slightly different words multiple times in a single chapter can be exhausting, pulling the reader out of the immersive world the author worked so hard to build.
If you are a die-hard fan of WWII history and can overlook a dense, repetitive writing style for the sake of a strong plot, The Angle of Warsaw is worth the effort. However, those who prefer tight, efficient prose may find the journey through these pages a bit of a marathon.
February 25, 2026
The horrors of war can never be rated or justified. Interesting book based on a true story of one brave woman who saved the lives of many children.
October 30, 2025
The Angel of Warsaw is a remarkable book about a remarkable woman, Irena Sendler, a Polish social worker. This book is so beautifully written that I read it twice; the first time for the plot and the second time to appreciate the language and imagery. This is the story of the Zegota, an underground organization to save Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto. Each child they saved had to be physically smuggled out of the ghetto, past the Nazi guards, and given new identities before being hidden in plain sight.
Irena's unrelenting drive to save as many Jewish children as possible came from her father, a doctor who provided care to all who needed it. Her father told her, "Do the right thing, Irena. Even when the cost is high, you will know it is right because your heart will not betray you." There is no way to protect your heart while you read this book, but it is worth every tear shed. Irina Sendler was an extraordinary woman who personally saved 400 Jewish children from death in the Warsaw Ghetto. The very least we can do is to bear witness to her incredible bravery and sacrifices. Say her name and make sure your children and grandchildren know her story. The Angel of Warsaw is a stunning achievement, and I highly recommend it.
Irena's unrelenting drive to save as many Jewish children as possible came from her father, a doctor who provided care to all who needed it. Her father told her, "Do the right thing, Irena. Even when the cost is high, you will know it is right because your heart will not betray you." There is no way to protect your heart while you read this book, but it is worth every tear shed. Irina Sendler was an extraordinary woman who personally saved 400 Jewish children from death in the Warsaw Ghetto. The very least we can do is to bear witness to her incredible bravery and sacrifices. Say her name and make sure your children and grandchildren know her story. The Angel of Warsaw is a stunning achievement, and I highly recommend it.
May 20, 2026
A Powerful and Unforgettable Story of Courage
The Angel of Warsaw was an unbelievable read. The heroine was courageous beyond words, and her strength, sacrifice, and resilience stayed with me long after I finished the book. It was extremely well written, deeply moving, and genuinely hard to put down.
I have always loved reading about the heroes and heroines of World War II, and this story ranks among the best I have read. It captures both the heartbreak of the time and the incredible bravery of those who stood against evil, even when the cost was unimaginable.
This book was right up there with The Boy in the Striped Pajamas for me — emotional, powerful, and unforgettable. I highly recommend The Angel of Warsaw to anyone who appreciates historical fiction, World War II stories, and books that honor extraordinary courage.
The Angel of Warsaw was an unbelievable read. The heroine was courageous beyond words, and her strength, sacrifice, and resilience stayed with me long after I finished the book. It was extremely well written, deeply moving, and genuinely hard to put down.
I have always loved reading about the heroes and heroines of World War II, and this story ranks among the best I have read. It captures both the heartbreak of the time and the incredible bravery of those who stood against evil, even when the cost was unimaginable.
This book was right up there with The Boy in the Striped Pajamas for me — emotional, powerful, and unforgettable. I highly recommend The Angel of Warsaw to anyone who appreciates historical fiction, World War II stories, and books that honor extraordinary courage.
February 21, 2026
4.50 stars.
Trigger warnings child abuse some, starvation and killing.
It’s truly astonishing how the author transformed a real-life event into such a captivating novel. The intense moments transported me right into the scene, smuggling children with Irene. She stood as a hero among her Polish people. Although I suspect this story isn’t widely recognized, I’m eager to explore more about Irena Sendler through another book, delving deeper into this remarkable tale of lies, deceit, patriotism, and love for children. Despite its uplifting nature, certain parts of the book swiftly and sharply dampen the cheerful atmosphere.
Trigger warnings child abuse some, starvation and killing.
It’s truly astonishing how the author transformed a real-life event into such a captivating novel. The intense moments transported me right into the scene, smuggling children with Irene. She stood as a hero among her Polish people. Although I suspect this story isn’t widely recognized, I’m eager to explore more about Irena Sendler through another book, delving deeper into this remarkable tale of lies, deceit, patriotism, and love for children. Despite its uplifting nature, certain parts of the book swiftly and sharply dampen the cheerful atmosphere.
March 12, 2026
Irena Sendler’s story is true and the book is based on her heroic efforts to save as many lives (children in particular ) as possible during the occupation of Poland. Amazing legacy!
The writing however, was so full of metaphors, similes, and personifications, I was tempted to toss it.
“….the municipal seal face down in the puddle, crushed by a boot or the hilt of a rifle, like a drowned eye.”
Or
“Outside, a tram clanged, dragging its bell through the dusk like a spoon through cold syrup.”
Maybe I’m being harsh and if you love wordy poetry, you may adore this book.
Three stars for telling about Irena.
The writing however, was so full of metaphors, similes, and personifications, I was tempted to toss it.
“….the municipal seal face down in the puddle, crushed by a boot or the hilt of a rifle, like a drowned eye.”
Or
“Outside, a tram clanged, dragging its bell through the dusk like a spoon through cold syrup.”
Maybe I’m being harsh and if you love wordy poetry, you may adore this book.
Three stars for telling about Irena.
March 1, 2026
Inspiring story based on true events. Enjoyable flow and character development. The "love story" and gory details were minimal, which I preferred.
The only thing I wished the author improved on was explaining a couple of events of saving the children with more specifics - you do not get to admire the details and cunning actions the main character and her group thought of and were able to complete under such extreme situations.
Overall, an excellent job bringing, to the general public, the story of this incredible woman.
The only thing I wished the author improved on was explaining a couple of events of saving the children with more specifics - you do not get to admire the details and cunning actions the main character and her group thought of and were able to complete under such extreme situations.
Overall, an excellent job bringing, to the general public, the story of this incredible woman.
March 25, 2026
Cause irena said “ hold my cane” cause she would NOT quit ! She was Savin those children !! They literally sent the whole area after her like wanted posters !! She said oh no I’m not giving up baby Irena stood on BIDNESS!!! So sad that Samuel died… Also Irena was a real social worker . She forged a lot of papers and wrote the real names and saved them under a tree. She was tortured broken arms and legs but she was able to sneak out like saved over 2,000 plus kids !!! Irena !!!!! Girl you did dat !!
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November 3, 2025
The Angel of Warsaw by Rebecca Scott is the remarkable true story of Irena Sendler. Irena was the head of the children's division of Żegota. She helped rescue more than 2500 from the Warsaw Ghetto. I can't imagine living through that and Irena showed so much courage. The book is beautifully written. This is the first book I have read from Rebecca Scott and I look forward to reading more of her work.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2025
An outstanding story of courage
The Angel of Warsaw is a story based on the life of Irena Sendler, a woman who rescued hundreds of children from the Nazi killing machine. It is a story of courage and fearlessness, living on the brink of being discovered and killed. She faced those dangers and more. Her story is hopeful and tragic, so very meaningful in her mission to save the children. I highly recommend this story to the reader.
The Angel of Warsaw is a story based on the life of Irena Sendler, a woman who rescued hundreds of children from the Nazi killing machine. It is a story of courage and fearlessness, living on the brink of being discovered and killed. She faced those dangers and more. Her story is hopeful and tragic, so very meaningful in her mission to save the children. I highly recommend this story to the reader.
February 16, 2026
the Angel of Warsaw
This book was so moving, I cried so many times while reading this book. She truly was a great hero, she never faltered, where does that goodness and strength come from, Today in 2026 in the United States the similarities of that horrific time, of the Nazi regime I fear I is flourishing once again, but this time by our own government
We must stand up for what is right and protect “the other”
We must be like Irina Sendler.
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This book was so moving, I cried so many times while reading this book. She truly was a great hero, she never faltered, where does that goodness and strength come from, Today in 2026 in the United States the similarities of that horrific time, of the Nazi regime I fear I is flourishing once again, but this time by our own government
We must stand up for what is right and protect “the other”
We must be like Irina Sendler.
,
,
March 4, 2026
What a disappointment! Knowing about Irena Sandler, I was really looking forward to this read, but the excessive use of similes and metaphors, many of which were jarring and hard to figure out, slowed the reading and detracted rather than added to the story. Also, towards the end it looked as if the editor also gave up because there were suddenly many more mistakes.
There are better books out there about Irena Sandler.
There are better books out there about Irena Sandler.
April 28, 2026
I was underwhelmed by this book. Normally, I devour any book connected to WW2. And the fact this was based on the heroic acts of Irena Sendler made it even more appealing.
But this one fell short for me on so many levels. Too much repetition. Too little depth. I wish the author had chosen to write through the use of first person. Instead, we got an ill attempt of a narrator trying to tell someone else’s story.
But this one fell short for me on so many levels. Too much repetition. Too little depth. I wish the author had chosen to write through the use of first person. Instead, we got an ill attempt of a narrator trying to tell someone else’s story.
November 14, 2025
I found the book a little bit difficult to follow because of the writing style. It was almost poetic and confusing. It was based on real life. The main character was stubborn in her determination to rescue as many children regardless of personal danger, admirable but cringeworthy. It is not your typical WW2 survival saga, it’s deeper than that, serious with no fluff.
December 29, 2025
This is the third book I’ve read about Sendler. She helped approximately 2500 children escape the Ghetto in Warsaw right under the nose of many Nazi soldiers. This particular book was written in such a way that it seemed disjointed. Her heroic efforts to save the children and their names seemed to be second to her romance. Just didn’t ring true.
February 14, 2026
Above and Beyond
I enjoy reading books about this topic and time period especially when it's based on a real person's life. Some people are just trying to live while others grab the opportunity to experience life. Yes, some people will see a person drowning and jump in to help them even if they themselves don't know how to swim.
I enjoy reading books about this topic and time period especially when it's based on a real person's life. Some people are just trying to live while others grab the opportunity to experience life. Yes, some people will see a person drowning and jump in to help them even if they themselves don't know how to swim.
April 27, 2026
This is a wonderful and true story
The author does an amazing job bringing this story to life. At times the number of descriptive words used becomes tedious, yet there is a beautiful flow to the whole story and the character development. It is a beautiful thing to honor the heroic people who fought silently during the Nazi invasion. I appreciate that most of all.
The author does an amazing job bringing this story to life. At times the number of descriptive words used becomes tedious, yet there is a beautiful flow to the whole story and the character development. It is a beautiful thing to honor the heroic people who fought silently during the Nazi invasion. I appreciate that most of all.
November 26, 2025
Excellent and Emotional Book.
This book touched me deeply. Both Irena’s enormous courage and her sense of right versus wrong. Based on fact. The writing is very good, better than most books I have read on Kindle.
I highly recommend you give it a try.
This book touched me deeply. Both Irena’s enormous courage and her sense of right versus wrong. Based on fact. The writing is very good, better than most books I have read on Kindle.
I highly recommend you give it a try.
December 16, 2025
Would have given a higher score but I found the endless similies and metaphors became rather tedious. Rather than adding to the story I found they detracted from it. Some were so obtuse they seemed inappropriate for the subject matter.
January 24, 2026
fantastic story
I love the books that feature a “different” view of the holocaust than we are so often taught, and I also love stories based on real people and their heroism. This book was a fantastic read.
I love the books that feature a “different” view of the holocaust than we are so often taught, and I also love stories based on real people and their heroism. This book was a fantastic read.
February 25, 2026
Beautiful & poignant
A wonderful historical book full of emotion and written like poetry. This woman personally saved 400 children and her net work saved 2500. It’s an unforgettable true story there are multiple human lessons and inspirations.
A wonderful historical book full of emotion and written like poetry. This woman personally saved 400 children and her net work saved 2500. It’s an unforgettable true story there are multiple human lessons and inspirations.
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