Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Its early 1945 and a group of people trek across Germany, bound together by their desperation to reach the ship that can take them away from the war-ravaged land. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An inspirational Second World War novel, based on a true story, from the acclaimed author of Between Shades of Grey, for fans of The Book Thief and Helen Dunmores The Siege.WINNER OF THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2017Its early 1945 and a group of people trek across Germany, bound together by their desperation to reach the ship that can take them away from the war-ravaged land. Four young people, each haunted by their own dark secret, narrate their unforgettable stories. Fans of The Book Thief or Helen Dunmores The Siege will be totally absorbed.This inspirational novel is based on a true story from the Second World War. When the German ship the Wilhelm Gustloff was sunk in port in early 1945 it had over 9000 civilian refugees, including children, on board. Nearly all were drowned. Ruta Sepetys, acclaimed author of Between Shades of Grey, brilliantly imagines their story.Ruta Sepetys is a master of historical fiction Elizabeth Wein, author of CODE NAME VERITY Notes An inspirational Second World War novel, based on a true story, from the acclaimed author of Between Shades of Grey, perfect for fans of The Book Thief. When the German ship the Wilhelm Gustloff was sunk in early 1945 over 9000 civilian refugees were on board, making it the biggest maritime disaster in history. Ages:12+ Back Cover WINNER OF THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2017 Its early 1945 and a group of people trek across Germany, bound together by their desperation to reach the ship that can take them away from the war-ravaged land. Four young people, each haunted by their own dark secret, narrate their unforgettable stories. Fans of The Book Thief or Helen Dunmores The Siege will be totally absorbed. This inspirational novel is based on a true story from the Second World War. When the German ship the Wilhelm Gustloff was sunk in port in early 1945 it had over 9000 civilian refugees, including children, on board. Nearly all were drowned. Ruta Sepetys, acclaimed author of Between Shades of Grey , brilliantly imagines their story. Ruta Sepetys is a master of historical fiction Elizabeth Wein, author of CODE NAME VERITY Author Biography Ruta Sepetys is a New York Times bestselling author and winner of the Carnegie Medal. She was born and raised in Michigan in a family of artists, readers and music lovers. The daughter of a refugee, Ruta is drawn to under-represented stories of strength through struggle and hopes to give a voice to those who werent able to tell their story. Her award-winning historical novels are published in over fifty countries and have received over forty literary prizes. Review Ruta Sepetys is a master of historical fiction. -- Elizabeth WeinA rich, page-turning story that brings to vivid life a terrifying-and little-known-moment in World War II history. -- Steve Sheinkin Promotional Inspired by the worst disaster in maritime history, Ruta Sepetys, award-winning author of Between Shades of Gray, brilliantly tells a shocking, illuminating and ultimately life-affirming story from World War II. Prizes Short-listed for Carnegie Medal 2017 Review Text Ruta Sepetys is a master of historical fiction. Review Quote Ruta Sepetys is a master of historical fiction. In Salt to the Sea , the hard truths of her herculean research are tempered with effortless, intimate storytelling, as her warm and human characters breathe new life into one of the worlds most terrible and neglected tragedies. Promotional "Headline" An inspirational Second World War novel, based on a true story, from the acclaimed author of Between Shades of Grey, for fans of The Book Thief and Helen Dunmores The Siege . Details ISBN0141347406 ISBN-10 0141347406 ISBN-13 9780141347400 Format Paperback Author Ruta Sepetys Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-02-04 Media Book Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 400 DEWEY 813.6 Place of Publication London Imprint Penguin Books Ltd Language English UK Release Date 2016-02-04 Birth 1882 Death 1941 Affiliation Clinical Chief Renal Division Brigham and Womens Hospital Associate Professor of Medicine Harvard Medical School Cambridge Ma USA Position Assistant Professor Qualifications MB Frcp Audience Age 12-16 Publisher Penguin Random House Childrens UK Alternative 9780141347417 Audience Teenage / Young adult NZ Release Date 2016-05-15 AU Release Date 2016-05-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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