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by John Kiss (Author)
War turns ordinary people into heroes.
BASED ON AN ASTOUNDING TRUE STORY.
1943. WWII wreaks havoc upon Poland. The Nazis send the entire population of the Grodno ghetto to the trains. Except for those who managed to escape.
A boy flees through dense forests, seeking survival. As Nazi patrols close in, the scent of his fear draws the vicious soldier dogs near. He must find a place to hide.
In his desperation, he reaches a cabin at the forest's edge. Inside, a Christian woman catches sight of him through the window and immediately understands. She faces an agonizing choice: should she open the door and risk her family's safety to save this boy, or turn him away to protect her own?
In war, acts of kindness become acts of defiance.
How will she deal with suspicious neighbors wishing to turn in anyone in exchange for food? Will she be able to fool the Nazi soldiers? And what will happen if more Jewish fugitives knock on her doorstep?
"Under the Floorboards" is a gripping historical fiction novel that brings to light the moral courage and resilience of those who defied Nazi oppression. Based on an inspiring true story, this tale unfolds during the horrific rule of Nazi Germany, where the choices made in the face of danger can alter the course of history.
This unforgettable novel explores love and loss, trauma and healing, and the strength needed to survive in the face of unimaginable hardship. A poignant war story about human endurance, it captures the heartbreaking choices families made and the innocence of children in war.
For anyone drawn to historical fiction novels, Holocaust fiction, and books about the Holocaust survivors, Under The Floorboards is a must-read. Perfect for teens and adults alike, this book will resonate with fans of survival stories and WWII novels.
This novel will show you the sacrifices of unsung heroes who risked their lives to protect Holocaust survivors and preserve the human spirit in the darkest of times.
Praise for Under the Floorboards:
"History meets heart in this debut, where the only thing predictable is the emotional devastation."
"This book doesn't just tell a story-it pulls you into the cracks of history, where survival was a daily act of defiance and hope was a fragile, flickering light."
"Vivid, powerful, and impossible to put down-this is a debut worth celebrating."
"In a world obsessed with war's loudest heroes, John Kiss brings to life the unsung souls who fought with nothing but their humanity."
"Unflinching and deeply human."
"Just the kind of raw storytelling you didn't know you were craving."
"A first novel that reads like the work of a seasoned storyteller."
