Genre Fiction
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Three Sisters
From Heather Morris, the New York Times bestselling author of the multi-million copy bestseller The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Cilka's Journey: a story of family, courage, and resilience, inspired by a true story.
Against all odds, three Slovakian sisters have survived years of imprisonment in the most notorious death camp in Nazi Germany: Auschwitz. Livia, Magda, and Cibi have clung together, nearly died from starvation and overwork, and the brutal whims of the guards in this place of horror. But now, the allies are closing in and the sisters have one last hurdle to face: the death march from Auschwitz, as the Nazis try to erase any evidence of the prisoners held there. Due to a last minute stroke of luck, the three of them are able to escape formation and hide in the woods for days before being rescued.
And this is where the story begins. From there, the three sisters travel to Israel, to their new home, but the battle for freedom takes on new forms. Livia, Magda, and Cibi must face the ghosts of their past--and some secrets that they have kept from each other--to find true peace and happiness.
Inspired by a true story, and with events that overlap with those of Lale, Gita, and Cilka, The Three Sisters will hold a place in readers' hearts and minds as they experience what true courage really is.
Against all odds, three Slovakian sisters have survived years of imprisonment in the most notorious death camp in Nazi Germany: Auschwitz. Livia, Magda, and Cibi have clung together, nearly died from starvation and overwork, and the brutal whims of the guards in this place of horror. But now, the allies are closing in and the sisters have one last hurdle to face: the death march from Auschwitz, as the Nazis try to erase any evidence of the prisoners held there. Due to a last minute stroke of luck, the three of them are able to escape formation and hide in the woods for days before being rescued.
And this is where the story begins. From there, the three sisters travel to Israel, to their new home, but the battle for freedom takes on new forms. Livia, Magda, and Cibi must face the ghosts of their past--and some secrets that they have kept from each other--to find true peace and happiness.
Inspired by a true story, and with events that overlap with those of Lale, Gita, and Cilka, The Three Sisters will hold a place in readers' hearts and minds as they experience what true courage really is.
Readers Top Reviews
katewickhamIlyse
It's important to read this as the sisters' stories because others have recorded in greater detail both the prison environment of Auchwitz and the ordeal of the "death march" (prisoners were marched to Germany when Allied forces arrived at Auchwitz.) From that perspective it is a valuable addition to history. Please do not miss the "Acknowledgement" and the "Afterwords" because they provide important information and perspectives. I took off a star because of certain contradictory information. After the initial train ride, they spent the night at another prison camp. They take their suitcases into that camp, but when they are taken from the first room to a dining hall, they are not allowed to take their suitcases. "They never see them again." (Location 619). Later they are taken back to the train station, loaded into cattle cars, and when they arrive at the train station for Auchwitz their suitcases are thrown from the cattle cars onto the platform. (Location 46) Later they wished they hope the suitcases will be returned. (Location 693) The first two sisters had their numbers tattooed a 2nd time during their 3 years at Auchwitz because they had faded. Then at the family gathering when they were great-grandmothers, it's reported "the skin is wrinkled now, but the numbers are as clear as the day they were stabbed into their arms." (Location 5587) Pictures follow showing the tattoos.
KatekatewickhamIl
All of Heather Morris’s books are so great. She tells raw and honest stories of WWII and so perfectly displays the tragedy, heartbreak, and even some joyful moments. I cried happy tears and sad tears reading this book. It’s one of those that you pick up and can’t put down til you’re done. I also appreciate the afterwards and notes in the back of the book explaining the truth and facts the story is based on and letters from the people in the story themselves. It it’s really clear how true to fact Heather stayed throughout the novels. As you could imagine, this is a very emotional book to read, but I think everyone should know the story of the three sisters.
Susan S.Katekatew
If you are interested in the Holocaust this book is a great read.
Gotta Love !Susa
Fabulous - Fantastic and I didn't ever want it to end. I lent it to my friend who lent it to another friend and I just hope I get it back! What I loved most about this beautiful book was the way the author took such pains to end the story making me feel like I loved each and every character and knew exactly what happened to them. Yes, you will cry; yes, you will smile; yes you will want the book not to end!
Ma DeGotta Love
Hard to find the correct adjectives to describe the three young women who survived the concentration camp. Their determination to survive was skillfully described by Ms. Morris. It was an honor to learn about these women and to learn about their strength to meet each day in the horrific conditions of the camp.
