T4
A Novel in Verse
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company
ISBN: 9780547046846
Genre: Historical Fiction/Novel in Verse
Review
You would think that the story of a deaf girl that is forced into hiding to avoid being sent to die at the hands of some Nazi doctors because they thought it was bad to keep people that had a disability would be emotionally exciting or interesting. Yet, somehow LeZotte manages to write in such a calm tone or manner that I couldn't even feel for Paula, the main character, or what could happen to her. LeZotte had a very good opportunity to put some real weight to her story. Especially knowing that she had to deal with growing up deaf in a world that hears! I think the author did not do a very good job on this book and honestly I would not recommend it.
Additional Reviews
Further Explorations
- To learn more about the deaf during the Holocaust times. Read this fascinating article.
- Here is an interview with deaf author Ann Clare LeZotte that tells more about the book and a little about herself as well.
- Since this book is about the Holocaust and the religious beliefs, I think it would be very interesting to check out this page about Jews and Christians during those times.
- If you want to explore more, check out this article about the gas operations in the concentration camps that they used.
- Ever wonder what life was like for the Jews before the war? Click here to find out!
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