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Book Synopsis: Belgium, 1941. Rosa and Charles Russ give their newborn son, Jean-Pierre, to their non-Jewish friends for safekeeping; they are not aware that the couple is involved in espionage for the British, putting their baby in grave risk. In the home where they've placed their son, soirees are held for high-level Nazis who believe that the baby they bounce on their knees is Christian. The alcohol flows along with German secrets.
In April 1944, Rosa and Charles are arrested and sent to Auschwitz. Both endure barbaric treatment in multiple camps. One parent succumbs a mere month before the end of WWII. The other survives to reclaim Jean-Pierre. This stranger's appearance, he recalls, is the worst day of his life.
Thoroughly and meticulously researched, The Journey of a Hidden Child traces the Holocaust trajectories of Charles and Rosa, as well as Jean-Pierre's years as a hidden child. It is a story of unimaginable sacrifice and courage, testifying to the strength of the human spirit and the ability to build a new life from scratch.
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Discover the captivating story of The Journey of a Hidden Child, a powerful book that takes you back to the era of the Holocaust. Immerse yourself in the gripping tale of Rosa and Charles Russ, who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect their newborn son, Jean-Pierre. Their decision to entrust Jean-Pierre to non-Jewish friends embroiled in espionage added an extra layer of danger to his journey.
Intrigue, secrecy, and survival intertwine as the couple's friends host Nazi soirées while concealing the truth about Jean-Pierre's identity. Engrossed in their deception, high-ranking Nazis blissfully bounce the baby on their knees, completely unaware of his Jewish heritage. The atmosphere brims with tension as the alcohol flows, and German secrets whisper in hushed conversations.
Inspiring and heart-wrenching, The Journey of a Hidden Child delves into the horrors endured by Rosa and Charles when they are eventually captured and sent to Auschwitz. Their resilience in the face of barbaric treatment and unimaginable suffering is truly remarkable. As the war nears its end, a fateful day marks Jean-Pierre's reunion with his surviving parent, etching itself as the worst day of his life.
With its thorough and meticulous research, this book paints a vivid picture of the Holocaust trajectories of Charles and Rosa, providing a glimpse into their agonizing journey. It also sheds light on Jean-Pierre's experiences as a hidden child, highlighting the strength of the human spirit and the courage it takes to build a new life from scratch. Let this remarkable and poignant tale transport you to a time of unimaginable sacrifice, courage, and unwavering love.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience The Journey of a Hidden Child for yourself. Click here to get your copy today and immerse yourself in this powerful narrative that will leave a lasting impact on your soul.
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