“ This is a story of strength and courage. The afterward is a must-read and is very informative.”
- Anchorage Schools Review
“ With vivid imagery, heart-wrenching emotion and potent first-person narration, Schumer Chapman tells her mother’s unique Holocaust story”
- American Jewish World
“ This is a superb addition to any Holocaust or American History collection. Students will be moved by Edith’s story.”
- Voices of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
“ This spare, well-written historical novel teems with universal themes... Sometimes heartbreaking, always eloquent, this is a fascinating look at one girl’s narrow escape from Nazi Germany...”
- Education.com
“ ... eloquent and powerful... As with the best writing, the specifics about life as a young immigrant are universal...”
- Booklist starred review
“ ... a wonderful study of the Holocaust in a way that young readers will understand. Highly Recommended.”
- Library Media Connection starred review
