Publisher's Synopsis
Rachel is German, Jewish and living in Leipzig just before the outbreak of WWII with her doctor father, mother and older sister Annie. Life is comfortable, revolving around Sabbath meals shared with uncles, aunts and cousins. - - When the Nazis arrive, the family is 'relocated' elsewhere in the city, and then taken away to a labour camp. But Rachel?s father gives her instructions that save her life. He makes her hide in a kitchen cupboard, forbidding her to speak. The damage is done. Rachel remains mute - for years - as a result. - - Rachel is discovered by a neighbour, Gertrude, who conceals her in her own home until Rachel is taken into care by the Red Cross and sent to an orphanage in England. But what happened to her family? Will Rachel regain her voice now that she really needs it? -
