Author: heathermorris

A “stirring” New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly) from the author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz: In the wake of World War II, Cilka is moved from a concentration camp to a Siberian prison — where a friendship with a doctor could change her life. An “incredible story of bravery” (Library Journal).

In this “compelling” and “unforgettable” novel (Library Journal) based on a true story, Jewish tattooist Lale falls in love with Gita, another prisoner at Auschwitz-Birkenau — and becomes determined to survive the concentration camp and marry her. “Powerful… A perfect novel for book clubs” (Publishers Weekly).