Reviewed by Mitch
Many books are set with the background of the Holocaust, but never before have I come across a book set in the Cold War, let alone in young adult fiction. The book is sad at times but the coming-of-age aspects of the novel were uplifting overall. The main characters of this book are Clem and Frankie and the story centres on their unique love. Clem is a strong protagonist, living with his parents and grandparents in a claustrophobic little house together with Frankie, the daughter of a rich farmer. Clem and Frankie's journey is truly inspiring and easy to relate to. I enjoyed the character's back-stories which are told through flashbacks.
As the book is written through memories, it switches from first person to third person. The book is written in a beautiful way with lovely word choices creating a gorgeous atmosphere. My overall thoughts on this book are that it is a unique young adult historical fiction novel that is totally captivating from the first chapter. It's one of the best I've read. I really enjoyed the character's stories and their way of life. The plot was unique and the writing was beautiful. It is one of the best books I've read this year.
rating: 4.5/5 stars.
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