Sunday #BookReview – Featuring Ludwika by Christoph Fischer
Today’s book feature is Ludwika, by Christoph Fischer. I recently had Christoph over to my blog as my Friday Guest Author, featuring his newest book, Body in the Snow. But this book is in the genre that many of his books are written in, historical fiction. Christoph’s books, although fiction, are fact-based historical settings, often with events and characters written from actual people and places. I’m a huge fan of Christoph’s writing and storytelling, and this book in particular, has won many awards, recently, The Readers Favorite Book Award 2016.
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The Blurb:
It’s World War II and Ludwika Gierz, a young Polish woman, is forced to leave her family and go to Nazi Germany to work for an SS officer. There, she must walk a tightrope, learning to live as a second-class citizen in a world where one wrong word could spell disaster and every day could be her last. Based on real events, this is a story of hope amid despair, of love amid loss . . . ultimately, it’s one woman’s story of survival.
My Review: 5 Stars
In keeping with historical fiction of World War II, Fischer takes us on a journey of one woman’s life in Poland, living on a farm in a small town, where the Germans are beginning to occupy. She is faced with a decision to go to Germany with a German SS officer who has taken a shining to her in exchange for safety, and the safety of her family who are to remain on their farm. Her biggest fear is having to leave her daughter behind, a heart tugging decision, which reminds me a lot about the book Sophie’s choice.
Once in Germany, and the beginning of the third Reich occupying much of Europe, Ludwika finds herself in the midst of several occurring circumstances while trying to find work, as a Pole, to survive and hide from the Nazis after unfortunate circumstances happen with her German suitor.
This book takes us through the trials and sufferings of one courageous woman, her sacrifices and sufferings to survive, and her undying desire to find her family.
A deep look into humanity, humility and determination, Ludwika will capture your empathy as she takes us with her on her perilous journey to survival.
Though parts of this story are true, the author notes about his research and his choices to use fiction to help create this incredible story. A captivating read!
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D.G. Kaye is a nonfiction/memoir writer, who writes from her own life experiences and self-medicates with a daily dose of humor.
27 Comments
Tina Frisco
Congratulations to Christoph on winning The Readers Favorite Book Award 2016! Another great review, Deb ❤
dgkaye
Thanks T! 🙂 <3 xo
writerchristophfischer
Thanks Tina <3
Jacqui Murray
What a horrid experience for this young girl. I love reading how ordinary people overcome unreasonable adversity. Thanks for sharing this, Deb.
dgkaye
OH yes Jacqui, I too love reading stories about overcoming adversity. I love Christoph’s books, and if you’ve never read any, you’re in for a treat! 🙂
Janice Wald
Hi Debby,
I know Christoph Fischer. I am linking to you at tomorrow’s linky party.
Janice
dgkaye
Thanks Janice. 🙂
writerchristophfischer
Thanks Janice 🙂
Annika Perry
Debby, lovely review of Ludwika. I remember reading Christoph’s blog as he was writing this book, particularly the back story to the book and was fascinated. What a tremendous accolade to win The Readers Favorite Book Award 2016 – I am sure it will be noticed by the big publishers / sellers now! Definitely one I want to read.
dgkaye
Thanks Annika for your wonderful praise for Christoph’s books. His books are garnering lots of attention, so well deserved. 🙂
writerchristophfischer
Thanks Annika <3
Carol Balawyder
I love books with powerful and empowering women. I am going to look into this novel. Bravo, Christoph on your award! Awesome!
I enjoyed your review, Debby! As always. 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks you Carol. And as it seems we enjoy many of the same books, I’m sure you will love this one! 🙂
writerchristophfischer
Thanks Carol <3
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writerchristophfischer
Thanks Debby for this lovely review and feature. You rock! <3
dgkaye
I thought it was appropriate to feature your book for Sunday review after the Friday feature! You know I love your writing. <3
Bun Karyudo
It sounds like a very powerful novel. You clearly enjoyed it a great deal. I think many other people must feel the same way about it too given that it won The Reader’s Favorite Book Award 2016. Many congratulations to Christoph. 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks so much Bun. Christoph is a gifted writer. 🙂
olganm
Christoph is a great writer of a variety of genres, and can bring to life historical periods and people’s feelings like no other. A great review and a book that has garnered well deserved awards and praise. Thanks, Debby!
dgkaye
Thank YOU Olga for adding more praise here for Christoph’s work. I feel exactly as you do about his writing. 🙂
Lorna's Voice
I’m so glad he won this award. This is a great book and your review was spot-on, Debby! 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks so much Lorna. I’m not surprised at all the accolades Christoph receives. He’s a terrific writer. 🙂
Let's CUT the Crap!
C.o.n.g.r.a.t.u.l.a.t.i.o.n.s., Christoph, on your award. Good on you! The story sounds captivating. 🙂
dgkaye
Thank you Tess. I’m sure Christoph will pop in again. 🙂
noelleg44
Nice review, Debbie; I am adding this book to my tottering pile of TBRs!
dgkaye
Thanks Noelle. I hear you on the ever-expanding TBR. We will get round to reading the books we love eventually. Thanks so much for dropping by. 🙂