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Morris GleitzmanAfter
Morris GleitzmanFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Book Brief
209
Novel • Fiction
Poland • 1940s
2011
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
After by Morris Gleitzman follows 13-year-old Felix Salinger, a Jewish boy in Nazi-occupied Poland, who emerges from his hiding place to find his protector, Gabriek. Felix navigates life among partisans, evades Nazis, and confronts the possibility of finding his long-lost parents. The narrative depicts the tumultuous months as World War II nears its end, focusing on Felix's bravery and hope. The book contains references to Holocaust events and war crimes.
Dark
Mysterious
Emotional
Suspenseful
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
After by Morris Gleitzman receives mixed reviews. Readers appreciate its emotional depth, powerful storytelling, and authentic depiction of historical events. However, some criticize it for pacing issues and repetitive themes present in the series. Overall, it is viewed as a compelling, if at times uneven, continuation of the story.
Who Should Read After?
Readers who appreciated The Boy in the Striped Pajamas or The Book Thief will be captivated by After by Morris Gleitzman. This book appeals to young adults and mature readers interested in historical fiction set during World War II, focusing on themes of resilience, friendship, and hope amidst adversity.
6,836 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
209
Novel • Fiction
Poland • 1940s
2011
YA
10-14 years
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