The Wish Child by Catherine Chidgey
"The Wish Child" is a powerful and haunting novel that explores the lives of two children, Sieglinde and Erich, growing up in Nazi Germany. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story delves into the complexities of their friendship and the impact of the Nazi regime on their lives. Through vivid and evocative prose, the author skillfully captures the innocence and resilience of children in a time of darkness and uncertainty, while also shedding light on the moral dilemmas faced by ordinary individuals during a tumultuous period in history.
The 10178th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- New Zealander
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 400-500
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Ockham New Zealand Yearly Fiction Award Winners (Ockham New Zealand Book Awards)