A Faraway Island
A Faraway Island
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sweden • 1930s
2009
YA
9-12 years
680L
Super Short Summary
A Faraway Island by Annika Thor follows two Jewish sisters, refugees from Nazi-occupied Austria, as they experience life with foster families on a Swedish island during World War II. The narrative explores themes of displacement, adaptation, and resilience as the sisters navigate their new circumstances and seek belonging in an unfamiliar environment.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Faraway Island by Annika Thor is praised for its poignant exploration of identity and resilience, set against the backdrop of World War II. Critics commend its strong character development and emotional depth. However, some feel the plot pacing lags in places. Overall, the novel offers a compelling and sensitive portrayal of displacement and growth.
Who Should Read A Faraway Island?
A reader who enjoys A Faraway Island by Annika Thor likely appreciates historical fiction and coming-of-age stories. Fans of Lois Lowry's Number the Stars or Kimberly Brubaker Bradley's The War That Saved My Life may find the book appealing, as it weaves themes of resilience, identity, and the refugee experience with emotional depth.
3,482 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Sweden • 1930s
2009
YA
9-12 years
680L
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