Waltraud: A True Story of Growing Up in Nazi Germany

In Hitler’s Germany, loyalty is demanded and dissent is deadly. But for a young German girl named Waltraud, nothing is more devastating than the day the Nazis steal away her father and force him to fight on the front lines. Even as their reign of terror spreads, she convinces herself that war will never touch her quiet village. But when bombs start falling and innocent people disappear, she’s confronted with a stark reality… she might be next.

That’s because Waltraud has a secret. She’s been quietly resisting all along, and now she’s hiding someone in the barn.

In the end, courage and resolve aren’t enough to protect the one thing that matters most. But falling in love brings the promise of a new life in America and rekindles her hope. It also brings an agonizing choice to leave everything and everyone she holds dear behind. But first, Waltraud must cross forbidden borders where she comes face to face with an enemy even more terrifying than the Nazis. Can Waltraud let go of her haunting past and take hold of the life she’s dreamed of, or will she lose everything trying?

Waltraud: A True Story of Growing Up in Nazi Germany is a sweeping family saga that pulls back the curtain on what life was like during World War II from a German perspective. Inspired by true stories of the real Waltraud, this unforgettable novel is a powerful tribute to quiet resistance, unbreakable love, and the strength to endure. You’ll capture a rare glimpse into the rise and fall of the Third Reich's Nazi regime and Waltraud’s courageous journey to follow her heart no matter the cost. If you love inspiring true stories of love, loss, strength, and the resilience of the human spirit, don’t miss this unforgettable read.

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Utgivningsdatum

Ljudbok: 24 augusti 2025