“Michel. In my dreams, you come and get me. You take me by the hand and you lead me away. This life is too much for me to bear. I look at the key and I long for you and for the past. For the innocent, easy days before the war. I know now my scars will never heal. I hope my son will forgive me. He will never know. No one will ever know.”
Set in France during the 1940s and the present day, the story revolves around a young girl named Sarah and her family's harrowing experiences during the Vel' d'Hiv' Roundup. The narrative follows the lives of two women, Sarah and Julia, as they are connected by a tragic event that occurred during the war. The novel delves into the complexities of human nature and the impact of historical events on individuals and families. more
Tatiana de Rosnay is a French journalist and author, born on September 28, 1961. She is recognized for her contributions to literature, particularly for her novels that blend historical events with personal stories. more
“Men see what they expect to see.”
“Those who don't build must burn. It's as old as history and juvenile delinquents.”