A Doll Called LEISL

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A Doll Called Leisl by Christine Drury is a deeply moving historical fiction novel that weaves together love, loss, secrets, and redemption across generations.Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, the story begins with a simple handmade rag doll-Leisl-crafted with love by a grandmother for her young granddaughter. But hidden within the doll lies a dangerous secret-one that could mean survival or death.As war tears families apart, lives are forever changed. A forbidden love, a moral dilemma, and a desperate act of hope intertwine when Herman Friedlander, a Jewish art historian, is forced into an uneasy alliance with powerful Nazi leader Hermann Göring. His choices haunt him for the rest of his life.Decades later, in modern-day America, a descendant uncovers the truth and embarks on a journey to fulfill a long-forgotten promise-one that leads to a hidden past, lost identities, and the search for justice.A Doll Called Leisl is a powerful exploration of: - The resilience of the human spirit- The weight of survival and guilt- The enduring strength of family and memory- The hidden stories behind history's darkest momentsPerfect for readers of historical fiction, Holocaust stories, and multi-generational family sagas, this unforgettable novel will stay with you long after the final page.

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Pages: 198, Hardcover, Christine Drury