Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐-(5/5)
Vilmos's now non-existent fortune forces his children, Georgina and Andor, to adopt a new life in Budapest. However, as things begin to look up for the siblings, a tragedy worse than before strikes, this time even harder.
This memoir of Georgina is a poignant and sobering one, exploring the dark side of history and the pain and suffering that the Jews experienced. Will they be able to endure the hardships that come their way, and will they ever find a place they can truly call home?
Georgina was a woman of courage and conviction whose daring personality and determination left a lasting impression. Reading about her life was like being transported into her world. I couldn't help but admire her determination and resilience.
Georgina’s story is one of strength in the face of adversity. I found her to be an unforgettable figure.
Andor's loss was gut-wrenching. The grief and pain he felt were palpable, and I felt those emotions right along with him. I couldn't help but feel anger and disgust, but I struggled to process my feelings and direct my emotions to a specific source. Who is to blame for this terrible event? Was it the Hungarians, the entire soviet group, or the Germans responsible for his tragedy? This book forced me to confront some hard feelings, and I don't think I'll forget this memoir's impact on me soon.
The included family tree made the narrative easy to follow from the onset. The tree allows the reader to understand the complex relationships between the characters without getting lost in a sea of names and characters.
Indeed, I was beyond impressed with this book. It was wholesome, full of life, and a well-accounted memoir of Georgina’s life. I must applaud the author for being explicit in her descriptions. Although I found a few errors, they did not hinder my reading flow, so I ignored them.
This book introduced me to a new word that perfectly captured my feelings for the author: "mazel tov." It means good luck. But also conveys joy and celebration, which is precisely how I felt reading this moving memoir.
In all, Georgina should be a Jewish national hero, and Gabriella should get all the recognition and success she deserves for writing this memoir. This book deserves the widest possible readership. You don't have to be a memoir enthusiast to relish this book. This book is worth every penny!
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