I just finished two wonderful books that are a MUST READ (I think I say that about most of the books I read!). Alan and Beth have such a wonderful library - y'all come check it out! The Upstairs Room is the author's moving account of her own experiences as a young girl during World War II. New York Times Book Review says this about it: "...we are grateful to fate for having spared a child who can reminisce with neither hate nor bitterness but a kind of gentleness that leaves us with lumps in our throats."
The Journey Back is a moving sequel to the Upstairs Room about how Annie and her family build new lives for themselves after the war is over, not an easy thing to do.
These are both "youth" books, so check them out for your teens! They need to read about a life that isn't always easy and safe!
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