I've read many books of this time frame and this one stands out among the best in its historical fiction of WWII for the best plot, characterization, setting, and overall appeal.
This marks a time when many Jews were sent to concentration camps and forced to do manual labor, identified with numbered tattoos, and treated inhumanely.
The scars may not always be evident internally but those open wounds are forever etched in their memories for those who survived this terrible time.
I pray our country reverses course with the hatred, anger, and unlawful suppression of its own but for now we can only hope and pray for the change that may be on the horizon in the coming months.
This is not just a story of cruelty, dictatorship, and unfailing will to overcome against all odds that deprived them of basic human rights.
These individuals formed a barrier that was to never be broken. A barrier of love, friendship, and courage to face the world head on while fighting against these injustices.
This is the story of love that was uncovered in the most barbaric situations amongst the most talented of their historical period.
A talented violinist and a pianist who managed to come together in love and in life and through it all even in death. For they will forever be together and perhaps the sparrows know this as well as anyone sitting upon the barbed wires.
For love is eternal and hope springs eternal!
We shall not forget those who came before us but honor their memory and their sacrifices to pave the way for everyone to come forth.
Alma and Miklos are real individuals with a powerful story to tell as it's in the hands of Ellie Midwood to do it justice and she brings it fiercely with determination to the readers to behold.
I cannot imagine a more powerful, earth shattering, jaw dropping performance by such vibrant and tenacious characters as was found in this newest work.
The Fur Alma is where you may find the ultimate guidance and spirit but it's the creator that embellishes its depth, its beauty, its lyrical sounds.
A masterpiece to embrace!
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