48 pages • 1 hour read
Carol MatasDaniel's Story
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1993A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews of Carol Matas' Daniel's Story often highlight its poignant and compelling portrayal of a young boy's experience during the Holocaust. Readers commend its emotional depth and historical accuracy, making it suitable for educational purposes. Criticisms occasionally mention a simplified narrative and character development. Despite this, it remains a powerful introduction to Holocaust literature.
Who Should Read Daniel's Story?
Readers who were moved by Anne Frank’s The Diary of a Young Girl or Lois Lowry’s Number the Stars will find Carol Matas’ Daniel’s Story compelling. This middle-grade historical fiction appeals to those interested in World War II and the Holocaust, blending emotional depth with historical accuracy.
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