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The English German Girl: A Novel
Author(s): Jake Wallis Simons (Author)
- Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
- Publication Date: 19 Sept. 2013
- Language: English
- Print length: 352 pages
- ISBN-10: 162636074X
- ISBN-13: 9781626360747
Book Description
This powerful, meticulously researched novel is a moving tale of one girl’s struggle against a world in turmoil. In 1930s Berlin, choked by the tightening of Hitler’s fist, the Klein family is gradually losing everything that is precious to them. Their fifteen-year-old daughter, Rosa, slips out of Germany on a Kindertransport train to begin a new life in England. Charged with the task of securing a safe passage for her family, she vows that she will not rest until they are safe. But as war breaks out and she loses contact with her parents, Rosa finds herself wondering if there are some vows that can’t be kept. A sweeping tale of love and loss, with the poignant story of the Kindertransport at its heart, this is an exceptional accomplishment from one of Britain’s bravest and most-vibrant young writers.
Editorial Reviews
Review
Simons’ compassion, sincerity and subtle style impress. –Kirkus Reviews
A powerful evocation of a bygone era. –Sir Martin Gilbert
Fascinating and moving –Monica Ali
Here is a new young voice in British fiction–entertaining, provocative and original. Jake Wallis Simons will surely prove a name to remember. –Beryl Bainbridge
About the Author
Jake Wallis Simons is a staff writer for the Sunday Telegraph, radio broadcaster, artist, and award-winning novelist. He has a PhD in creative writing, and his writing has been featured in the Times, Guardian, and Independent. He lives with his family in Winchester, the United Kingdom.
