Hana's Suitcase by Karen Levine

A True Story

Set against the backdrop of the Holocaust, this poignant narrative weaves together the past and present as it follows the journey of a Japanese educator, Fumiko Ishioka, who embarks on a quest to uncover the story behind a small suitcase labeled "Hana Brady." Through meticulous research and the help of her students, Fumiko pieces together the life of Hana, a young Jewish girl who perished in Auschwitz. The story unfolds with a blend of historical investigation and personal reflection, offering a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of remembering those lost to history's darkest chapters.