Synopsis
A dramatic new story of two families in war-torn Germany during the waning years of World War II, from the bestselling author of THE DOUBLE BIND.
The Emmerich family has been farming on their vast estate in Germany for hundreds of years. After World War I, their land became part of Poland, so when Hitler reunites their part of the world with Germany, they are thrilled. But none of the family members realize the extent of evil the Nazis have wrought until they are forced to flee their land and a journey through the ravaged countryside leads them to confront the horrors of the Nazi realm. Listeners will be captivated by these unforgettable characters who struggle to find hope and a reason to believe in the fundamental goodness of people in the waning years of World War II.
The Washington Post - Margot Livesey
Bohjalian's sense of character and place, his skillful plotting and his clear grasp of this confusing period of history make for a deeply satisfying novel, one that asks readers to consider, and reconsider, how they would rise to the challenge of terrible deprivation and agonizing moral choices.