Star of Fear, Star of Hope

Star of Fear, Star of Hope
by Jo Hoestlandt

Star of Fear, Star of Hope
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Author: Jo Hoestlandt
Illustrator: Johanna Kang
Translator: Mark Polizzotti
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1996-01-01
ISBN: 0802775888
Number of pages: 32
Publisher: Walker Childrens

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Book Review: Star of Fear, Star of Hope
Summary: 5 Stars

In 1942, in Nazi-occupied France, Helen invites her best friend, Lydia for a sleep over. During the night, strangers tap on the door, calling out strange passwords. Word reaches the family that Jews are being rounded-up and arrested. Lydia, fearing for her family, rushes home. Upset, Helen says "You're not my friend anymore!" Sadly, she never sees Lydia again. For the rest of her life, Helen regrets the last words spoken between them, and hopes "with all my heart" that Lydia has survived.

This is a powerfully written book. One that reminds us of the importance of friendship and partings. It also is a good starting point for discussions regarding the Holocaust, without providing the gory and horrific details. Overall, I highly recommend this book.

Summary of Star of Fear, Star of Hope

Nine-year-old Helen is confused by the disappearance of her Jewish friend during the German occupation of Paris.

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