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What the Night Sings

What the Night Sings

by Vesper Stamper (Author)

A Morris Award FinalistLonglisted for the National Book AwardFor fans of The Book Thief and The Boy in the Striped Pajamas comes a lushly illustrated novel about a teen Holocaust survivor who must come to terms with who she is and how to rebuild her life.A tour de force. This powerful story of love, loss, and survival is not to be missed. --KRISTIN HANNAH, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The NightingaleAfter losing her family and everything she knew in the Nazi concentration camps, Gerta is finally liberated, only to find herself completely alone. Without her papa, her music, or even her true identity, she must move past the task of surviving and on to living her life. In the displaced persons camp where she is staying, Gerta meets Lev, a fellow teen survivor who she just might be falling for, despite her feelings for someone else. With a newfound Jewish identity she never knew she had, and a return to the life of music she thought she lost forever, Gerta must choose how to build a new future.What the Night Sings is a book from the heart, of the heart, and to the heart. Vesper Stamper's Gerta will stay with you long after you turn the last page. Her story is one of hope and redemption and life--a blessing to the world. --Deborah Heiligman, award-winning author of Charles and Emma and Vincent and TheoA WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF 2018A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF 2018

Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of untold stories with "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper. This enchanting novel transports you to the heart of a mesmerizing world, where music weaves its magic and secrets whisper in the shadows.

In the quaint town of Fennbirn, nestled amidst rolling hills and ancient forests, resides a young woman named Liana. Blessed with an extraordinary voice, she captivates audiences with her mesmerizing melodies. But Liana's life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious stranger arrives, bearing an ominous warning.

As Liana delves deeper into the secrets of her past, she uncovers a hidden world of spirits and ancient legends. Guided by the enigmatic stranger, she embarks on a quest to unravel the truth behind her destiny and the fate of Fennbirn. Along the way, she encounters captivating characters, each with their own unique stories and motivations.

With each note she sings, Liana uncovers fragments of a forgotten history, revealing a dark secret that threatens to engulf Fennbirn in darkness. As she races against time, she must confront her fears, embrace her newfound powers, and discover the hidden strength within herself.

"What the Night Sings" is a breathtaking tapestry of music, magic, and self-discovery. Vesper Stamper's lyrical prose paints a vivid picture of a world where dreams and reality intertwine, and where the power of love and sacrifice knows no bounds.

Get lost in the enchanting world of "What the Night Sings" and experience the magic of a story that will linger in your heart long after the final page is turned.

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Pages:
272
Language:
English