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Experience a poignant journey through history with 'Once We Were Home', a deeply moving novel published by Flatiron Books in 2023. This trade paperback brings to life the heartbreaking narratives of children separated during wartime, exploring themes of belonging, identity, and the complex nature of family connections. Follow the intertwined tales of Ana, Oskar, Roger, and Renata as they navigate their traumatic pasts and search for a place to call home amidst the shadows of loss and resilience. Each character's quest illuminates the struggles of reclaiming their history and understanding their roots, offering readers an evocative glimpse into their emotional landscapes. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, this book raises critical questions about the repercussions of war and the bonds of family forged by both intention and circumstance. 'Once We Were Home' is more than just a story; it's a reflection on the enduring impact of our choices and the paths we forge in the search for belonging. Immerse yourself in this beautifully written narrative that resonates with urgency and tenderness. Don’t miss out on this essential read that combines rich storytelling with historical significance. Available now as a brand-new paperback, and remember, shipping is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. After placement, orders cannot be cancelled. Grab your copy today and explore these powerful histories.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250325327
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Description:
Ana will never forget her mother’s face when she and her baby brother, Oskar, were sent out of their Polish ghetto and into the arms of a Christian friend. For Oskar, though, their new family is the only one he remembers. When a woman from a Jewish reclamation organization seizes them, believing she has their best interest at heart, Ana sees an opportunity to reconnect with her roots, while Oskar sees only the loss of the home he loves. Roger grows up in a monastery in France, inventing stories and trading riddles with his best friend in a life of quiet concealment. When a relative seeks to retrieve him, the Church steals him across the Pyrenees before relinquishing him to family in Jerusalem. Renata, a post-graduate student in archaeology, has spent her life unearthing secrets from the past – except for her own. After her mother’s death, Renata’s grief is entwined with all the questions her mother left unanswered, including why they fled Germany so quickly when Renata was a little girl.
Two decades later, they are each building lives for themselves, trying to move on from the trauma and loss that haunts them. But as their stories converge in Israel, in unexpected ways, they must each ask where and to whom they truly belong.
Beautifully evocative and tender, filled with both luminosity and anguish, Once We Were Home reveals a little-known history. Based on the true stories of children stolen during wartime, this heart-wrenching novel raises questions of complicity and responsibility, belonging and identity, good intentions and unforeseen consequences, as it confronts wha
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250325327
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Description:
Ana will never forget her mother’s face when she and her baby brother, Oskar, were sent out of their Polish ghetto and into the arms of a Christian friend. For Oskar, though, their new family is the only one he remembers. When a woman from a Jewish reclamation organization seizes them, believing she has their best interest at heart, Ana sees an opportunity to reconnect with her roots, while Oskar sees only the loss of the home he loves. Roger grows up in a monastery in France, inventing stories and trading riddles with his best friend in a life of quiet concealment. When a relative seeks to retrieve him, the Church steals him across the Pyrenees before relinquishing him to family in Jerusalem. Renata, a post-graduate student in archaeology, has spent her life unearthing secrets from the past – except for her own. After her mother’s death, Renata’s grief is entwined with all the questions her mother left unanswered, including why they fled Germany so quickly when Renata was a little girl.
Two decades later, they are each building lives for themselves, trying to move on from the trauma and loss that haunts them. But as their stories converge in Israel, in unexpected ways, they must each ask where and to whom they truly belong.
Beautifully evocative and tender, filled with both luminosity and anguish, Once We Were Home reveals a little-known history. Based on the true stories of children stolen during wartime, this heart-wrenching novel raises questions of complicity and responsibility, belonging and identity, good intentions and unforeseen consequences, as it confronts wha