Many thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for gifting me both a digital and audio ARC of the latest historical fiction novel by Heather Morris, with the audiobook beautifully narrated by Saskia Maarleveld. All opinions expressed in this review are my own - 4.75 stars!
In 1942, the Nazis come for a Jewish family living in the Montparnasse area of occupied Paris. In the chaos of their arrest, eleven-year-old Josephine does what she's been taught and runs to the only person she can trust: her piano teacher, Andrée Levallois, a secret French Resistance operative. Andrée takes her in as a member of the family, spreading their rations and risking everything to keep her safe. But soon the authorities close in, and both Andrée and Josie are caught in a desperate race to stay alive.
Once again, Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, has given us a horrific story, made beautiful by the actions of people who tried to do everything they could to help others. In addition, the book stresses how important music is, bringing light into the darkest places. Based on real people, be sure to read the author's notes. Books based on the atrocities of WWII are always so difficult to read, but they are also a testament to the human spirit and innate goodness in most people. The audiobook was a joy to listen to because of Marrleveld's narration.
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