The Last Train to London
The Last Train to London
Harper Paperbacks
Clayton, Meg Waite
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In the shadow of impending war, innocence is shattered. Fifteen-year-old Stephan Neuman, son of a prominent Jewish family in Vienna, finds his world of artistic pursuits and childhood friendships irrevocably altered as the Nazi regime tightens its grip. His close friend Zofie-Helene, a Christian girl, shares his growing unease as their carefree days give way to a grim reality.
Amidst this encroaching darkness, a beacon of hope emerges. Truus Wijsmuller, a courageous member of the Dutch resistance, embarks on a perilous mission to smuggle Jewish children out of Nazi Germany. Her efforts intensify as borders close across Europe, leaving countless families desperate to escape. Tante Truus races against time, even confronting Adolf Eichmann, to secure passage for children like Stephan, his brother Walter, and Zofie-Helene, guiding them toward an uncertain future.
This National Bestseller, recognized as a Historical Fiction novel and an Award Winners finalist, offers a deeply moving narrative of love, loss, and resilience. It is a testament to the bravery of those who defied impossible odds to save innocent lives during one of history's darkest chapters.
