61 pages 2 hours read

Eleanor H. Ayer

Parallel Journeys

Nonfiction | Biography | YA | Published in 1995

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Reviews & Readership

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Parallel Journeys by Eleanor H. Ayer has been praised for its compelling dual narrative structure, vividly portraying the contrasting experiences of a young Jewish girl and a Hitler Youth boy during WWII. While some readers found the alternating perspectives enlightening, others felt the transitions were occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's a powerful educational read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Parallel Journeys?

A reader who would enjoy Parallel Journeys by Eleanor H. Ayer is likely interested in World War II history, personal narratives, and the Holocaust. Comparable to fans of The Diary of Anne Frank and Elie Wiesel’s Night, this book appeals to those drawn to compelling, true stories of survival and the contrasting experiences of two individuals during the war.

Recommended

Reading Age

12-18years

Book Details

Topics
History: European
Education
Military / War
Period
WWII / World War II
Holocaust
Themes
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Emotions/Behavior: Hate & Anger
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Genre
Education
Biography