If you have ever read Wonder, you should also read this incredible true book by Robert Hoge. He tells his life story of growing up as a child with severe facial deformities. In fact, when he was born, his mother refused to even see him. His family almost abandoned him, but thankfully, in the end, his siblings said he belonged with them. His story is full of heartaches and triumphs, and it is a powerful reminder that there is so much to a person beyond what they look like on the outside. It is a book that everyone should read!
This book is a Newbery Medal winner, and for good reason. It is another book that I was unable to put down once I started reading it. Annemarie is the main character, and she has a best friend, Ellen, that is moving in and pretending to be part of Annemarie's family in order to keep her safe. This is because Ellen is Jewish and the Nazis are coming in and removing all of the Jewish people. Annemarie ends up having to go on a very risky and dangerous mission in order to save Ellen's life. It is a fast read, and it will keep you on the edge of your seat. It is a powerful reminder of the horrible things people went through during the Holocaust.
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