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Historical Fiction - The Light in Hidden Places

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Book Synopsis: The extraordinary story of Stefania Podgórska, a Polish teenager who chose bravery and humanity by hiding thirteen Jews in her attic during WWII, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sharon Cameron -- now a Reese's Book Club YA Pick! One knock at the door, and Stefania has a choice to make... It is 1943, and for four years, sixteen-year-old Stefania has been working for the Diamant family in their grocery store in Przemysl, Poland, singing her way into their lives and hearts. She has even made a promise to one of their sons, Izio -- a betrothal they must keep secret since she is Catholic and the Diamants are Jewish. But everything changes when the German army invades Przemysl. The Diamants are forced into the ghetto, and Stefania is alone in an occupied city, the only one left to care for Helena, her six-year-old sister. And then comes the knock at the door. Izio's brother Max has jumped from the train headed to a death camp. Stefania and Helena make the extraordinary decision to hide Max, and eventually twelve more Jews. Then they must wait, every day, for the next knock at the door, the one that will mean death. When the knock finally comes, it is two Nazi officers, requisitioning Stefania's house for the German army. With two Nazis below, thirteen hidden Jews above, and a little sister by her side, Stefania has one more excruciating choice to make. This remarkable tale of courage and humanity, based on a true story, is now a Reese's Book Club YA Pick! Read more

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Immerse yourself in the extraordinary story of Stefania Podgórska, a teenage girl whose bravery and humanity shone through during the darkest hours of World War II. In "The Light in Hidden Places," #1 New York Times bestselling author Sharon Cameron takes you on an emotional journey that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you in awe.

Set in 1943 Poland, sixteen-year-old Stefania has spent the past four years working for the Diamant family. She has become an integral part of their lives, even forming a secret betrothal with their son Izio. But when the German army invades Przemysl, Stefania's world is turned upside down. The Diamants are forced into the ghetto, leaving her alone to care for her six-year-old sister, Helena.

Everything changes when there's a knock at the door. Izio's brother, Max, has escaped from a death camp and seeks refuge in Stefania's attic. With tremendous courage, Stefania and Helena make the life-or-death decision to hide Max, and soon after, twelve more Jews. Each day becomes a waiting game, as they anticipate the next knock on the door, uncertain if it will bring salvation or doom.

In a city occupied by the Germans, with two Nazi officers stationed below and thirteen hidden Jews above, Stefania faces unimaginable challenges. Will she risk everything to protect those in her care? Read "The Light in Hidden Places" to discover the incredible true story of one girl's selflessness and determination in the face of unspeakable horror.

Now is the perfect time to dive into this gripping narrative, as "The Light in Hidden Places" has been handpicked by Reese's Book Club YA. Join millions of readers who have been captivated by this tale of courage and humanity. Don't miss out on this remarkable book - order now and embark on an unforgettable journey.

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