Candid and absorbing,strong addition to the canon of WWII fiction. Wilson does an exceptional job revealing Sophie's inner thoughts and feelings...Simultaneously uplifting and heartbreaking. "The verses pack an emotional punch.... This will be a highly accessible pathway into conversations about the role of women in war and resistance and...an insightful addition to any curriculum about resistance in World War II."This deeply thought-provoking debut is an important addition to the canon of Holocaust literature for young people; it is sure to inspire discussion and leave a long-standing impact on its readers." White Rose shines a light on one remarkable young women's insistence on the power of truth, no matter the cost. White Rose is a resonant testament to courage. In a time of horrific brutality, young people found a nonviolent way to resist. Told in the form of poetry, the story of their hopes is honored and brought back to life, still relevant today, when regimes that spread hatred are once again thriving, and words are our most powerful defensive weapon. ".
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