When the World Was Ours
Liz Kessler
On the eve of World War II, Leo, Elsa, and Max are three nine-year-old friends in Germany. Two are Jewish, while Max is destined to become a Nazi. After sharing a happy day, they are separated as Europe descends into war. Their lives move through Germany, England, Prague, and Poland, raising the question of whether they can find each other again. Inspired by a true story, the novel follows friendship and family bonds under conflict.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
