World War II

This carefully curated selection of titles examines the history, politics, and social impacts of World War II and its indelible mark on the world. The Collection highlights global perspectives through historical fiction, memoirs and biographies, and nonfiction titles that discuss topics including the Holocaust, the atomic bombings of Japan, and the effects of conflict.

Wolf by Wolf

by Ryan Graudin

Publication year 2015

Genre Novel, Fiction

Tags Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, World War II, World History, Fantasy, Action & Adventure

Wolf by Wolf (2015) is the first title in an alternative history series by young adult author Ryan Graudin. The first book in the series was named an Amazon Book of the Year and also made the list of Huffington Post’s Top Ten Young Adult Books of the Year. The sequel, entitled Blood for Blood (2016), covers events that take place shortly after the end of Wolf by Wolf. The short fiction title Iron to... Read Wolf by Wolf Summary

Woman on Fire

by Lisa Barr

Publication year 2022

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Art, Memory, Family

Tags Historical Fiction, Mystery & Crime Fiction, Horror & Suspense, World War II, Modern Classic Fiction, World History, Arts & Culture

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Yellow Star

by Jennifer Roy

Publication year 2006

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes War, Emotions/Behavior: Courage, Fear, Guilt, Childhood & Youth, Death, Safety & Danger

Tags Historical Fiction, Holocaust, World War II, Children`s Literature, Military & War, World History

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