Briar Rose by Jane Yolen
A Novel of the Holocaust
"Briar Rose" by Jane Yolen is a retelling of the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty, set against the backdrop of the Holocaust. The story follows Rebecca, the granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor named Gemma, as she tries to uncover the truth behind her grandmother's mysterious past. Through Gemma's haunting story of survival and love, Rebecca learns about the power of family, history, and storytelling. The novel is a poignant exploration of the ways in which the past continues to shape the present, and the importance of remembering and honoring those who came before us.
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- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 241
- Original Language
- English
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