This list contains just a few of the many powerful historical fiction books that explore the stories of Auschwitz. They offer a glimpse into the lives of those who endured its horrors, honouring their strength and preserving their memories for future generations.
The Girl In The Striped Dress was written by Ellie Midwood and published in 2021. The book is based on the real-life story of Helena Citrónová, an Auschwitz inmate who fell in love with and subsequently married, an SS guard.
I’ve been reading a lot of historical fiction recently and it really has become my favourite genre to read. I’ve read a few WW2 novels including The Night Train To Berlin, The Yellow Bird Sings and The Book Of Lost Names, and have been moved by them all.
The Girl Who Escaped From Auschwitz by Ellie Midwood was published in 2021 and promised to be another emotional read.