Auschwitz Lullaby, Mario Escobar
Auschwitz Lullaby, Mario Escobar
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Auschwitz Lullaby
A Novel

Author: Mario Escobar

Narrator: Hayley Cresswell

Unabridged: 6 hr 12 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 08/07/2018


Synopsis

Based on the true story of a brave German nurse tasked with caring for Auschwitz’s youngest prisoners, Auschwitz Lullaby brings to life the story of Helene Hannemann—a woman who sacrificed everything for family and fought furiously for the children she hoped to save.  On an otherwise ordinary morning in 1943, Helene Hannemann is preparing her five children for the day when the German police arrive at her home. Helene’s worst fears come true when the police, under strict orders from the SS, demand that her children and husband, all of Romani heritage, be taken into custody. Though Helene is German and safe from the forces invading her home, she refuses to leave her family—sealing her fate in a way she never could have imagined. After a terrifying trek across the continent, Helene and her family arrive at Auschwitz and are thrown into the chaos of the camp. Her husband, Johann, is separated from them, but Helene remains fiercely protective of her children and those around her. When the powers-that-be discover that Helene is not only a German but also a trained nurse, she is forced into service at the camp hospital, which is overseen by the notorious Dr. Mengele himself. Helene is under no illusions in terms of Dr. Mengele’s intentions, but she agrees to cooperate when he asks her to organize a day care and school for the Romani children in the camp. Though physically and emotionally brutalized by the conditions at Auschwitz, Helene musters the strength to protect the children in her care at any cost. Through sheer force of will, Helene provides a haven for the children of Auschwitz—an act of kindness and selflessness so great that it illuminates the darkest night of human history.  Based on a true story, Mario Escobar’s Auschwitz Lullaby demonstrates the power of sacrifice and the strength of human dignity—even when all hope seems lost.  Praise for Auschwitz Lullaby:"Auschwitz Lullaby grabbed my heart and drew me in. A great choice for readers of historical fiction."—Irma Joubert, author of The Girl from the TrainAn international bestsellerFull-length World War II historical novelA finalist for 2019’s Empik Award for LiteratureIncludes discussion questions for book clubs, research notes from the author, and a historical timeline

About Mario Escobar

Mario Escobar, novelista, historiador y colaborador habitual de National Geographic Historia, ha dedicado su vida a la investigación de los grandes conflictos humanos. Sus libros han sido traducidos a más de doce idiomas, convirtiéndose en bestsellers en países como los Estados Unidos, Brasil, China, Rusia, Italia, México, Argentina y Japón. Es el autor más vendido en formato digital en español en Amazon.


Reviews

4.5 stars . I’ve read many books about the Holocaust, memoirs, and many novels, some of which were based on real people. Yet, there always seems to be something new to learn. The author’s dedication: “To the more than twenty thousand ethnic Gypsies who were imprisoned and exterminated in Auschwitz a......more

5 stars! The most powerful story I have ever read about a mother’s love. I am forever changed by this book. Helene Hannemann is a loving wife, a nurse and mother of five young children. One morning in 1943, she leaves her apartment to take her four oldest children to school when she is stopped by the......more

I finished this one a couple days ago. It is an emotional read but a true story. I loved the authors note which told what was true and what was not true. I cried and needed tissues. It was a depressing read but it really did happen so its not going to be unicorns and rainbows. The author did so well......more

4.5 rounded to 5 stars I have to admit that around 12% I was more than ready to call it quits with this book. It was breaking my heart in a way that I just didn’t want to continue. Before clicking the Return Loan button, I went back to Goodreads and again read all the 4- and 5-star reviews written by......more