The Book of Aron
The Book of Aron
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
Warsaw Ghetto • 1940s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Book of Aron by Jim Shepard follows thirteen-year-old Aron as he navigates life in the Holocaust, forming a pivotal relationship with Dr. James Korczak, the selfless head of a Polish orphanage. Abandoned in a Jewish ghetto, Aron turns to petty crime and smuggling to survive until Korczak offers him protection, inspiring him to emulate the doctor's selflessness despite the surrounding horror and despair.
Dark
Mysterious
Melancholic
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jim Shepard's The Book of Aron is lauded for its poignant portrayal of a young boy's life in the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII. Reviewers praise its emotional depth, rich historical detail, and the protagonist's compelling voice. Some critics note its grim setting may not appeal to all readers. Overall, it is recognized as a powerful and affecting novel.
Who Should Read The Book of Aron?
Readers who appreciate deeply moving historical fiction centered on the Holocaust will find The Book of Aron by Jim Shepard compelling. Fans of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and All the Light We Cannot See will connect with Shepard's poignant storytelling and nuanced characters.
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272
Novel • Fiction
Warsaw Ghetto • 1940s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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