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Alan Gratz

Prisoner B-3087

Alan GratzFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

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Alan Gratz

Prisoner B-3087

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz follows Yanek Gruener, a Jewish boy in Nazi-occupied Kraków, Poland, as he endures ghettoization and moves between various concentration and death camps during World War II, facing relentless hardship, loss, and violence. His survival depends on his resilience and ability to maintain a sense of identity amid the horrors of the Holocaust. This book contains graphic descriptions of wartime violence and atrocities, including the murder of family members.

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.6

45,573 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz skillfully depicts the harrowing experiences of a young boy surviving the Holocaust. Reviewers praise the gripping narrative and historical accuracy, while some critique the intense subject matter as potentially overwhelming for younger readers. Overall, it's lauded for its emotional impact and educational value.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Prisoner B-3087?

Readers who are captivated by historical fiction and Holocaust survival stories will appreciate Alan Gratz's Prisoner B-3087. Fans of works like The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and Number the Stars will find this tale of resilience and courage both heart-wrenching and inspiring.

4.6

45,573 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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