‘… the results of the actions taken by the adults on both sides of the English Channel had far-ranging consequences and Lena’s story examines those …’ Read More »
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‘Bobbie Cox’s coming-of-age novel explores the effects on Lena of the two women who loved her enough to let her go: her biological Jewish mother … and her Christian English foster mother … the story Cox has woven around a fantastic concept is unique and compelling’ Read More »
‘I loved this book! It is such a good story line and a quick read…mostly because I didn’t want to put it down!’ Read More »
‘Where does she fit – into her adopted country or her birth mother’s? It is a resolution of this conflict that makes this book so compelling. It may be considered a YA novel, but its themes are should resonate with adults as well.’ Read More »
How does a teen discover or give up their identity?
Is Lena Jewish or Christian; Israeli, German or British?
Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain
Powerful Holocaust experience accounts
Moves between Canterbury and newly formed Israel Read More »
‘I experienced her feelings as if they were my own. This was an enjoyable read, and I was and am curious about what happens next’ Read More »