Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi
Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2004
Book Brief
304
Novel • Fiction
Hamburg, Germany • 1930s
2004
YA
12-15 years
Super Short Summary
Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi by David Chotjewitz is a young adult historical novel set in 1930s Hamburg during the rise of Hitler. It follows friends Daniel Kraushaar and Armin Hillman, whose lives diverge as Nazi policies unfold. Daniel, discovered to be half-Jewish, faces identity struggles and persecution, while Armin climbs the Nazi hierarchy yet remains conflicted by his loyalty to Daniel and love for Daniel's Jewish cousin, Miriam.
Mysterious
Dark
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi by David Chotjewitz offers a compelling, nuanced portrayal of friendship and identity against the backdrop of Nazi Germany. Praised for its historical accuracy and emotional depth, it is occasionally critiqued for its slow pacing. Overall, it captivates readers with its thought-provoking narrative and rich character development.
Who Should Read Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi?
Readers who would enjoy Daniel Half Human: And the Good Nazi by David Chotjewitz typically appreciate historical fiction with themes of friendship and moral dilemmas set against the backdrop of World War II. Fans of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne and Number the Stars by Lois Lowry will find this book compelling.
1,110 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
Hamburg, Germany • 1930s
2004
YA
12-15 years
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