The Adrenalin induced introduction, throws you into the midst of a bomb raid. Simone is desperately trying to get to her Jewish friends house. The horror of the injuries she is subjected to along the way, leave you quivering with fear. It is emotionally intense.
Simone has a father who is a decorated general, who is deemed heroically for his contribution to the protection of Belgium during World War One. His presence as a father is one of loving, compassionate and he educated his daughter on political and military events, as he is already preparing her for the possibility of another war. His valuable advise, will hold her in good stead for the hardships to come.
Simone meets Hava, when they are both volunteers at the Red Cross. Hava, is a vibrant girl, loving the opera, song and dance and Simone idolises her carefree attitude. The revelation that Hava is Jewish, has little influence on Simone, but the oncoming war will tear at their friendship in so many ways. Well written, pulls at the heartstrings and the fact that it is a true story, makes you feel more connected to the characters.
Simone has a father who is a decorated general, who is deemed heroically for his contribution to the protection of Belgium during World War One. His presence as a father is one of loving, compassionate and he educated his daughter on political and military events, as he is already preparing her for the possibility of another war. His valuable advise, will hold her in good stead for the hardships to come.
Simone meets Hava, when they are both volunteers at the Red Cross. Hava, is a vibrant girl, loving the opera, song and dance and Simone idolises her carefree attitude. The revelation that Hava is Jewish, has little influence on Simone, but the oncoming war will tear at their friendship in so many ways. Well written, pulls at the heartstrings and the fact that it is a true story, makes you feel more connected to the characters.