45 pages • 1 hour read
Johanna ReissThe Upstairs Room
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1972A 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 & Readership
Review Roundup
Johanna Reiss's The Upstairs Room is widely praised for its poignant and authentic portrayal of a young Jewish girl's harrowing experiences hiding during the Holocaust. Reviewers commend the detailed narrative and emotional depth, though some critique its pacing. Overall, it is celebrated for providing a compelling, educational story that resonates with readers.
Who Should Read The Upstairs Room?
A reader who would enjoy The Upstairs Room by Johanna Reiss is likely interested in historical fiction, particularly stories about World War II from a child's perspective. Fans of The Diary of Anne Frank and Number the Stars will appreciate the heartfelt narrative of survival and resilience in hiding from the Nazis.
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