I am publishing a new book on Oct.17, Flickers of Light in a Nazi Darkness: Dutch Resistance in WWII. if you would like to read a free advanced reader copy on net galley, Follow the link at bottom.
summary:
Adolf Hitler was appointed Chancellor of Germany in 1933, marking the end of the Weimar Republic and the beginning of the Nazi dictatorship. As the tide of Nazism grew, so did anti-Jewish decrees which stripped away the rights of German Jews.
In May 1940, the Germans invaded and occupied the neutral country of the Netherlands. Little by little the Nazis took away the rights of the Dutch Jews and the only place they were safe was in their homes, until they weren’t. In 1942, Nazis conducted raids to deport them to labor and concentration camps. But not every Jew was caught. Thanks to the heroic action of Dutch resistance workers, at great risk to themselves, Dutch resistance workers hid Jews from the Nazis, and sought to keep them safe and fed through the long years of WWII. Not all of these efforts bore success, many Dutch workers were imprisoned and executed by the Nazis. Flickers of Light in a Nazi Darkness brings the story of some of these “Flickers of Light” resistance workers to life.
review:
Flickers of Light in a Nazi Darkness
This children’s nonfiction book highlights ordinary individuals who chose humanity during World War II’s darkest times.
In May 1940, Nazis invaded the Netherlands, leading to severe restrictions and deportations of Jews by 1942. Dutch resistance workers emerged, risking their lives to hide families, forge documents, and provide protection. Despite many failures and sacrifices, these “flickers of light” saved lives and dignity.
Ms Rogers shares specific stories of these heroes, making their sacrifices personal while contextualizing the Nazi takeover.
The book balances historical accuracy with emotional depth, avoiding graphic details for young readers but maintaining the truth. It honors victims, celebrates resisters, and inspires hope and moral urgency.
This book fosters appreciation for freedom’s cost. Heart wrenching yet uplifting, it shows that individual bravery can shine through darkness.
**I would like to express my gratitude to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
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