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Yellow Star
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Book Brief
227
Novel • Fiction
Łódź Ghetto, Poland • 1940s
2006
Middle grade
10-14 years
710L
Super Short Summary
Yellow Star by Jennifer Roy is a novel in verse that recounts the experiences of Syvia Perlmutter, the author's aunt, during the Holocaust in the Lodz Ghetto from February 1940 to January 1945, highlighting her family's struggle for survival amid immense hardships, deportations, and starvation, while showcasing their courage and resilience. The book discusses antisemitism, violence, and murder.
Dark
Emotional
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jennifer Roy's Yellow Star is compelling and poignant, praised for its accessibility and emotional depth. Critics commend its portrayal of historical events through a young narrator, engaging readers with its authenticity and simplicity. Some find its verse format limiting in narrative detail. Overall, it's highly recommended for its educational value and moving storytelling.
Who Should Read Yellow Star?
Readers who appreciate The Diary of Anne Frank or Number the Stars will be captivated by Jennifer Roy's Yellow Star. This poignant, accessible narrative is ideal for middle-grade to young adult readers interested in World War II, Holocaust survival stories, and themes of resilience and hope.
22,418 ratings
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227
Novel • Fiction
Łódź Ghetto, Poland • 1940s
2006
Middle grade
10-14 years
710L
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