The Stolen Ones
The Stolen Ones by Vanessa Curtis is a historical juvenile fiction novel published by Usborne Publishing, Limited in 2019. This edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English. The story is narrated by Inge, a sixteen-year-old girl living in post-war Munich, where food remains rationed despite the war ending over a decade ago. Inge grapples with the complexities of her life, including her secret relationship with her Jewish boyfriend and the mysterious letters she receives each year on her birthday, which are addressed to a girl named Kasia.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of secrecy and identity against the backdrop of a historical setting. As Inge navigates her relationships with her parents and the societal pressures of her time, the story delves into the hidden truths that shape her world. The book presents a poignant exploration of personal and familial struggles, inviting readers to reflect on the impact of history on individual lives.
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My name is Inge. I am sixteen. I live with Mama and Papa in Munich. Food is still rationed, though the war ended over ten years ago. My boyfriend is Jewish. I have to hide this from my parents. I think they are hiding something from me, too. Letters arrive every year on my birthday, but they are not addressed to me. They are for a girl named Kasia. This is her story.’Powerful and harrowing’ Mail on Sunday’A haunting beauty of a novel’ Irish Times
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