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The New York Times bestseller with more than 1 million copies sold worldwide Now a Hulu limited series starring Joey King and Logan LermanInspired by the incredible true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to surviveand to reuniteWe Were the Lucky Ones is a tribute to the triumph of hope and love against all odds.Love in the face of global adversity? It couldn't be more timely. GlamourIt is the spring of 1939 and three generations of the Kurc family are doing their best to live normal lives, even as the shadow of war grows closer. The talk around the family Seder table is of new babies and budding romance, not of the increasing hardships threatening Jews in their hometown of Radom, Poland. But soon the horrors overtaking Europe will become inescapable and the Kurcs will be flung to the far corners of the world, each desperately trying to navigate his or her own path to safety.As one sibling is forced into exile, another attempts to flee the continent, while others struggle to escape certain death, either by working grueling hours on empty stomachs in the factories of the ghetto or by hiding as gentiles in plain sight. Driven by an unwavering will to survive and by the fear that they may never see one another again, the Kurcs must rely on hope, ingenuity, and inner strength to persevere.An extraordinary, propulsive novel, We Were the Lucky Ones demonstrates how in the face of the twentieth centurys darkest moment, the human spirit can endure and even thrive.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'We Were the Lucky Ones: A Novel'? A: The main theme of 'We Were the Lucky Ones' revolves around the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, specifically focusing on a Jewish family's struggle for survival during World War II.
- Q: Who is the author of this novel? A: The author of 'We Were the Lucky Ones' is Georgia Hunter.
- Q: Is this book based on a true story? A: Yes, 'We Were the Lucky Ones' is inspired by the true story of a Jewish family, the Kurcs, who were separated during World War II and their determination to survive and reunite.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 432 pages.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on January 2, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of 'We Were the Lucky Ones'? A: This edition of 'We Were the Lucky Ones' is available in paperback.
- Q: Is there a digital version of the book available? A: Yes, 'We Were the Lucky Ones' is also available in digital formats, such as eBook.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: The book is suitable for adults and young adults interested in historical fiction and stories of resilience.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of the book? A: Yes, the book has received positive reviews, including recognition as a New York Times bestseller and praise for its timely themes of love and hope.
- Q: How does this book relate to current events? A: The themes of 'We Were the Lucky Ones', such as love and survival amidst adversity, resonate with contemporary issues of displacement and the refugee experience, making it relevant to current events.