The Night Spies

by Kathy Kacer

Book Overview

It is the middle of World War II, and Gabi and her mother have been lucky so far, eluding the grasp of Nazi soldiers who are sending Jewish people away to unknown fates. But she, her mother and her young cousin, Max, realize that they will never be safe in their town. With the help of a trusted friend, a kind-hearted priest and a poor yet brave farming family, they go into hiding in a tiny mountain village.

It takes great willpower and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1896764703
• ISBN13: 9781896764702
• Release Date: May 2003
• Publisher: Second Story Press
• Length: 197 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.3" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8

Customer Reviews

exciting and important

This is a very honest look at children during the holocaust- their vulnerability and strength. It reminds me of my own father's story and the countless anonymous people whose actions-- big and small, intentional and unknowing-- helped him and much of his family survive the holocaust. I can imagine children- probably over age 8 (I'm in my 20's)-- as well as adults reading and keeping this story close to their hearts