Daughters of Warsaw

In Daughters of Warsaw, two women, Zofia in 1942 Warsaw and Lizzie in 2020 Seattle, are connected by their courage and determination in the face of adversity. Zofia helps Irena Sendler save Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto, while Lizzie uncovers a hidden past that connects her to Irena's story. The book is inspired by true events and the women of the Polish Żegota.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

In the darkest depths of World War II, two remarkable women, separated by generations and continents, find the courage to overcome unimaginable adversity. In 1942, young Zofia, living in Warsaw, is enlisted to aid Irena Sendler, a fearless humanitarian who risks her life to save hundreds of Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto. Every night, Zofia braves the dangers of the war-torn city to guide the children to safety. However, when tragedy strikes, Zofia is forced to embark on her most daring mission yet to keep Irena's mission alive. Meanwhile, in present-day Seattle, Lizzie, a heartbroken woman dealing with the loss of another miscarriage, returns to her childhood home and stumbles upon a hidden photograph of her great-grandmother. Determined to uncover the truth, Lizzie embarks on a quest that leads her to a buried past darker and more dangerous than she could have ever imagined. As she delves deeper into her family's history, Lizzie discovers a connection to Irena Sendler and her heroic efforts to save lives during the Holocaust. Through their stories, Daughters of Warsaw explores the themes of courage, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity. Inspired by true events and the remarkable stories of Irena Sendler and the women of the Polish Żegota, this emotional and inspiring novel will captivate readers who are searching for a story of hope and survival in the darkest of times.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008595241