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A review by gymjam_reads
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys
adventurous
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A stunning, emotional piece of fiction that follows four young characters during the war whose lives all intertwine onboard the Wilhelm Gustloff - the very real ship that has unfortunately been lost from history books. Extremely well written. If you enjoy war fiction, this should be a must read.
Graphic: Death
Moderate: War and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child death, Rape, Antisemitism, and Abandonment