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A brilliant tour de force showcasing Lily Brett's distinctive voice, this novel is a fresh, penetrating exploration filled with sensitivity, emotional complexity, and irreverent wit. Ruth Rothwax, a successful and independent New York woman who runs her own business, excels at crafting letters for others—condolences, thank-yous, and even intimate notes. Yet, as the devoted daughter of Edek Rothwax, an Auschwitz survivor with a unique grasp of English, she struggles to articulate the profound loss her family endured during World War II. Driven by an intense desire to return to Poland with her father, Ruth seeks to understand her family's past and the devastation wrought by the Nazis. She yearns to visit the places where her parents lived and nearly perished, but her motivations run deeper than she can articulate. This journey is not just about confronting history; it’s about reconciling her present with the past. The gripping narrative follows Ruth's quest for memory and meaning, weaving together the complexities of family and the lasting impact of loss. This evocative tale is a remarkable journey of the heart that resonates long after the last page is turned.
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