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Young Marianne is one of the lucky ones. She has escaped on one of the first Kindertransporte organized to take Jewish children out of Nazi Germany to safety in Britain. At first Marianne is desperate she does not speak English, she is not welcome in her sponsors' home, and she misses her mother terribly. As the months pass, she realizes she cannot control the circumstances around her and must rely on herself if she is to survive. This is a companion book to Good-bye Marianne.
Quick Summary
This powerful story follows a young Jewish girl who escapes Nazi Germany on the first Kindertransport, finding herself alone in Britain but determined to survive. Readers will root for Marianne as she navigates a new language, new customs, and the constant worry about family left behind. If your kid likes "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, they'll love this similar tale of courage and hope during WWII. Ideal for readers in grades 4-7 who enjoy historical fiction with emotional depth.