The Paris Children: A Novel of World War 2

by Gloria Goldreich Narrated by Rachel Botchan

Overview

Inspired by the true story of one woman's fight to survive during the twentieth century's darkest hour
Paris, 1935. A dark shadow falls over Europe as Adolf Hitler's regime gains momentum, leaving the city of Paris
on the brink of occupation. Young Madeleine Levy-granddaughter of Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish World War I hero-
steps bravely into a new wave of resistance and becomes the guardian of lost children.
When Madeleine meets a small girl in a tattered coat with the hollow look of one forced to live a nightmare-a
young Jewish refugee from Germany named Anna-she knows she cannot stand idly by. Paris is full of children like
Anna, frightened and starving, innocent casualties of a war barely begun. Madeleine offers them comfort and strength
while working with other members of the resistance to smuggle them into safer territories.
But as the Paris she loves is transformed into a theater of tension and hatred, many people are tempted to abandon
the cause-and the country. And amidst the impending horror and doubt, Madeleine's relationship with Claude, a
young Jewish Resistance fighter as passionate about saving vulnerable children as she is, deepens. With a questionable
future ahead of them, all Madeleine can do is continue fighting and hope that her spirit-and the nation's-won't
be broken.
A remarkable, panoramic novel, The Paris Children is a story of love and tragedy that illuminates the power of
hope and courage in the face of adversity.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"Atmospheric and immersive, The Paris Children, is an extraordinary, rich novel that will leave a powerful mark on readers' hearts." — Kim Michele Richardson, New York Times bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek

"In Gloria Goldreich's magic hands, this true story becomes a beautiful, imaginative retelling of an extraordinary woman's life. With her fine images and perceptive insights, Goldreich captures a dark era—and the human goodness that illumined it." — Francine Klagsbrun, author of Lioness: Golda Meir and the Nation of Israel

"In The Paris Children, real-life Resistance fighter Madeleine Levy steps out from behind her famous grandfather, French political figure Alfred Dreyfus, to claim her own legacy of patriotism as she battled against anti-semitism in World War II. Author Gloria Goldreich shares the inspiring tale of Madeleine's brave and dangerous rescue of French children and the bittersweet nature of her ultimate sacrifice." — Marie Benedict, New York Times bestselling author of The Only Woman in the Room and Lady Clementine

"Haunting...Unrelenting danger features into this empathetic, admiring tribute to a wartime heroine. The Paris Children searches for hidden acts of grace amid World War II." — Foreword Reviews

"[The novel] never fails to remind us how dangerous and dark the times were... Goldreich’s extensive research into the threats faced by ordinary French citizens, let alone those working against the Vichy government and their puppet masters in Germany, is deftly woven into the narrative." — Historical Novel Society

"The Paris Children is a page-turning and inspiring story of how courage and family ties can survive even the worst of evil." — New York Journal of Books

Product Details

BN ID:	2940177540962
Publisher:	Recorded Books, LLC
Publication date:	09/01/2020
Edition description:	Unabridged

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