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Book Synopsis: Inspired by real Holocaust events, this poignant debut novel is a powerful coming-of-age story that will resonate with fans of The Book Thief and Between Shades of Gray.--National Jewish Book Award FinalistThe Julia Ward Howe Award for Young ReadersFlorida Book Award and Foreword INDIES Award-Gold MedalsSkipping Stones Honor Award
Hanna Slivka is on the cusp of fourteen when Hitler's army crosses the border into Soviet-occupied Ukraine. Soon, the Gestapo closes in, determined to make the shtetele she lives in "free of Jews." Until the German occupation, Hanna spent her time exploring Kwasova with her younger siblings, admiring the drawings of the handsome Leon Stadnick, and helping her neighbor dye decorative pysanky eggs. But now she, Leon, and their families are forced to flee and hide in the forest outside their shtetele--and then in the dark caves beneath the rolling meadows, rumored to harbor evil spirits.
Underground, they battle sickness and starvation, while the hunt continues above. When Hanna's father disappears, suddenly it's up to Hanna to find him--and to find a way to keep the rest of her family, and friends, alive.
Sparse, resonant, and lyrical, weaving in tales of Jewish and Ukrainian folklore, My Real Name Is Hanna celebrates the sustaining bonds of family, the beauty of a helping hand, and the tenacity of the human spirit.
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Experience the emotional journey of a lifetime with "My Real Name is Hanna," a gripping debut novel that will captivate fans of "The Book Thief" and "Between Shades of Gray." Based on real Holocaust events, this powerful coming-of-age story transports you to a time of fear, courage, and resilience.
National Jewish Book Award Finalist. Winner of The Julia Ward Howe Award for Young Readers. Recipient of the Florida Book Award and Foreword INDIES Award-Gold Medals. With such esteemed recognition, you know you're in for an extraordinary read.
Step into the shoes of Hanna Slivka, a young girl on the cusp of fourteen, as she navigates the devastating impact of Hitler's army crossing into Soviet-occupied Ukraine. Forced to flee with her family and friends, they find themselves hiding in the forest and then in the mysterious caves beneath the rolling meadows.
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Jewish and Ukrainian folklore, as the lyrical prose transports you into a world of extraordinary resilience and the unbreakable bonds of family. Witness Hanna's unfaltering determination to find her father and protect her loved ones, even in the face of sickness, starvation, and the relentless pursuit of evil forces above ground.
Don't miss out on this sparse yet resonant novel that will leave a profound impact on your heart. Order "My Real Name is Hanna" today and become part of an unforgettable story that celebrates the enduring power of the human spirit.
Order now and experience the unforgettable journey of Hanna's quest for survival.
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