Title Between shades of gray / Ruta Sepetys.

SRP 2013 REVIEW: This was a really heavy and sad book. But what else can one expect from a WWII book about a time when people were considered dispensable and treated lesser than animals. It was difficult to read. Aside from the depressing content, the end was extremely abrupt and I felt no closure.

SRP 2013 REVIEW: A stark and haunting book about a Lithuaninan family and the little know atrocities Lithuanians, and other citizens of the Baltic countries, faced at the hands of the Russians during WWII.

SRP 2012 REVIEW: I recommend this book to learn about a part of history during World War II that is not that well known among the general public. It is good for adults, high school students, and mature middle school students.

SRP 2012 REVIEW: A good non-Nazi World War II historical fiction.

SRP 2012 REVIEW: I thought this book was amazing! I did't know this part of history, & was shocked to read of such atrocities. The author told this story in such a moving way that it really touches the reader's heart. Such courage & strength are inspiring!