I have read a lot of these books and I wasn't sure how the author would be able to really get me interested without it seeming to be a repetition of other books. However, Ellie Midwood's amazing writing just sucked me straight in.
Alma Rosè was a famous Violinist before the war and when she was sent to Auschwitz she becomes the conductor to the inmates musical team and sets to make the orchestra Impeccable to try and save them from the gas chambers.
The characters sprung to life of the page and I was completely absorbed and felt great admiration of such a strong women.
Ellie showed how strong Alma needed to be to try and get her girls through the war and even when seemed was pushing them too much that it was for a good reason and you were still able to see her caring heart throughout.
A heartbreaking story that is based on a real person so if have triggers or don't like sad stories this obviously isn't for you.
For those who do like to read historical books especially centred around Auschwitz then this is one that needs to be added to your list.
By Claire
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