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The Barracks of the Holocaust: The Complete Series
The complete boxset collection of Elyse Hoffman’s The Barracks of the Holocaust Series, including Barrack Five, Barrack Four, Barrack Three, Barrack Two, and Barrack One. Read the full series!
Vilém Rehor is a guard at a concentration camp turned Holocaust memorial. Tasked with guarding the grounds against neo-Nazi attacks, he gets more than he bargained for when he discovers that ghosts are roaming the grounds—the ghosts of Holocaust victims desperate to fulfill their last wishes before moving on...and the ghost of a vicious Nazi determined to keep them trapped at the Camp for all eternity.
A complete series of heart-breaking, thought-provoking tales. Join Vilém as he delves into the memories of heroes, victims, and villains from WWII.
Vilém Rehor is a guard at a concentration camp turned Holocaust memorial. Tasked with guarding the grounds against neo-Nazi attacks, he gets more than he bargained for when he discovers that ghosts are roaming the grounds—the ghosts of Holocaust victims desperate to fulfill their last wishes before moving on...and the ghost of a vicious Nazi determined to keep them trapped at the Camp for all eternity.
A complete series of heart-breaking, thought-provoking tales. Join Vilém as he delves into the memories of heroes, victims, and villains from WWII.
358 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 16, 2022
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About the author
Elyse Hoffman
16 books384 followersElyse Hoffman is an award-winning author who strives to tell historical tales with new twists. Having studied WWII since the age of thirteen and with interests in fantasy and Jewish folklore, she loves to combine them in her writing. Elyse started writing novels at fourteen and finished her first historical fiction work at fifteen. She has published eight books: five in a series called The Barracks of the Holocaust, and three novels, including The Book of Uriel, Where David Threw Stones, and Fracture. In her spare time, she loves to read, work on pretty keyboards, and hang out with her co-authors - her Goldendoodle Ari and her ex-feral cat, Echo.
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March 9, 2023
Truly a different Holocast Story
I loved the approach to revealing this story ftom a paranormal perspective.Bravo! Couldn't stop reading it till done.Recommend for paranormal and History lovers😇
I loved the approach to revealing this story ftom a paranormal perspective.Bravo! Couldn't stop reading it till done.Recommend for paranormal and History lovers😇
September 12, 2023
Ten stars would not be enough
An emotional, surprising view of the horror of Nazi cruelty. Seen through the memories of victims and perpetrators. Vanquished, but not forgotten, by love.
An emotional, surprising view of the horror of Nazi cruelty. Seen through the memories of victims and perpetrators. Vanquished, but not forgotten, by love.
July 19, 2021
Wonderfully written. Each novella contained a highlight of the series for me. “Five” had the sharpest prose—brisk and heartbreaking, not a single extra word. “Four” had the best ending—I teared up, which is extremely rare for me when reading. “Three” had the tensest climax (the train). “Two” had a great opening scene and starred my favorite POV character. “One” had the best psychological examination of a character, plus a very good epilogue. I can’t recommend this series enough. My one complaint would be that Vilem’s extended family tree was a bit hard to grasp, since we don’t meet many of them personally. This wouldn’t be the biggest deal if this didn’t come into play in the plot. Still, I clearly love this series and will recommend it to anyone who in interested in historical literature.
January 20, 2025
I LOVED this box set.
The horrors of the holocaust told in the form of ghost stories from the perspective of the ghosts trapped at the museum to the night guard who is trying to set them free. Just brilliant.
The horrors of the holocaust told in the form of ghost stories from the perspective of the ghosts trapped at the museum to the night guard who is trying to set them free. Just brilliant.
February 20, 2024
Great book
I've read many books of the Holocaust. this was very good and I read it quickly, not able to put it down. I would recommend it to all interested in WWII.
I've read many books of the Holocaust. this was very good and I read it quickly, not able to put it down. I would recommend it to all interested in WWII.
June 20, 2025
A powerful, unforgettable read.
The Barracks of the Holocaust is a beautifully written and deeply haunting book about one of the darkest chapters in human history. Elyse Hoffman’s unique narrative—where the ghosts of Holocaust victims and Nazi perpetrators confront the past—offers a striking and original way to understand the full horror of the Final Solution.
Through the voices of the victims, you’re drawn into their suffering, their strength, and their loss. And by entering the minds of the perpetrators, you catch a chilling glimpse of how twisted and senseless their evil truly was. It's disturbing—but necessary.
I was incredibly moved. I cried. I found myself reflecting on every page, and I truly believe this book should be read and discussed in every school. It’s a powerful reminder of what humanity is capable of—and why remembering is so important, especially today.
The Barracks of the Holocaust is a beautifully written and deeply haunting book about one of the darkest chapters in human history. Elyse Hoffman’s unique narrative—where the ghosts of Holocaust victims and Nazi perpetrators confront the past—offers a striking and original way to understand the full horror of the Final Solution.
Through the voices of the victims, you’re drawn into their suffering, their strength, and their loss. And by entering the minds of the perpetrators, you catch a chilling glimpse of how twisted and senseless their evil truly was. It's disturbing—but necessary.
I was incredibly moved. I cried. I found myself reflecting on every page, and I truly believe this book should be read and discussed in every school. It’s a powerful reminder of what humanity is capable of—and why remembering is so important, especially today.
February 14, 2025
Literally didn't put it down!!!
I've never been so emotionally invested in any book, documentary, program, etc.!! This book took me on a roller-coaster of feelings. I read it in one night. The stories are gut-wrenching and very raw. I do appreciate the way it all wrapped up. Highly recommend this to anyone with any interest in the Holocaust. Tbh, I have only just recently wanted to dive deeper into that horrifying time, but this book just shoved me right into full-blown respect and research mode!!
I've never been so emotionally invested in any book, documentary, program, etc.!! This book took me on a roller-coaster of feelings. I read it in one night. The stories are gut-wrenching and very raw. I do appreciate the way it all wrapped up. Highly recommend this to anyone with any interest in the Holocaust. Tbh, I have only just recently wanted to dive deeper into that horrifying time, but this book just shoved me right into full-blown respect and research mode!!
February 5, 2025
I think what is cool about this book is that it is a new take on the Holocaust, different from any other on the same topic. rather than an account of one individual's experience, you get to see the perspectives of not only victims, but also people in power. at times I just felt that the writing style was unsophisticated, the main character's storyline rushed, and the characters hard to follow towards the very end.
February 19, 2025
A different take on the holocaust.
Through the eyes of camp ghosts.A
Camp guard is possessed by both victims and nazis as he works the night shift. Each story fills in details as to what has occurred at the local holocaust camp, allowing the guards family to survive extermination.
Through the eyes of camp ghosts.A
Camp guard is possessed by both victims and nazis as he works the night shift. Each story fills in details as to what has occurred at the local holocaust camp, allowing the guards family to survive extermination.
February 4, 2025
Ghost stories of the holocaust
Wow, this was a well constructed novel. It goes beyond historical fiction. I liked how the author pulled all the stories and characters together. It definitely made me cry.
Wow, this was a well constructed novel. It goes beyond historical fiction. I liked how the author pulled all the stories and characters together. It definitely made me cry.
December 19, 2024
An exceptional story, gives an insight into the holocaust that you don't always think about. The characters are very easy to picture and the story flows well.
December 20, 2024
Must Read Book
Absolutely amazing book. The author combined historical accuracy and extremely good fictional characters into a book I will be thinking about for a long time.
Absolutely amazing book. The author combined historical accuracy and extremely good fictional characters into a book I will be thinking about for a long time.
February 17, 2025
good read about the holocaust
Very hard to put down it kept you on the edge wanting to know more about how each life went.
Very hard to put down it kept you on the edge wanting to know more about how each life went.
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