A Family Secret
School year: Lower 6th, Upper 6th, Year 10, Year 11, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 62
Published: 2009
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"A Family Secret" by Eric Heuvel is a graphic novel that delves into the complex history of a Jewish family during World War II. The story focuses on the protagonist who unravels the hidden past of his grandparents, uncovering their experiences during the Holocaust. As he pieces together their life stories through letters, photographs, and memories, he confronts themes of identity, loss, and the importance of preserving history. The narrative intertwines personal and collective memories, shedding light on the impact of war on families and the secrets that shape their legacies. It’s a poignant exploration of resilience and remembrance. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-15 years.
There are 62 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Farrar Straus Giroux .
Eric Heuvel is one of the top graphic artists in the Netherlands. He specialises in writing and illustrating educational graphic novels.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Sydney Taylor Book Award - Teen
This book was recognised in the Teen category by the Sydney Taylor Book Award.