Now a New York Times bestseller!From the author of Truths I Never Told You, Before I Let You Go, and the upcoming The Warsaw Orphan, Kelly Rimmer’s powerful WWII novel follows a woman’s urgent search for answers to a family mystery that uncovers truths about herself that she never expected.“Kelly Rimmer has outdone herself. I thought that Before I Let You Go was one of the best novels I had ever … herself that she never expected.
“Kelly Rimmer has outdone herself. I thought that Before I Let You Go was one of the best novels I had ever read…If you only have time to read one book this year The Things We Cannot Say should be that book. Keep tissues handy.”—Fresh Fiction
“Fans of The Nightingale and Lilac Girls will adore The Things We Cannot Say.” —Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author
In 1942, Europe remains in the relentless grip of war. Just beyond the tents of the Russian refugee camp she calls home, a young woman speaks her wedding vows. It’s a decision that will alter her destiny…and it’s a lie that will remain buried until the next century.
Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now fifteen and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alina’s tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate.
Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears. Where Alina used to measure time between visits from her beloved, now she measures the spaces between hope and despair, waiting for word from Tomasz and avoiding the attentions of the soldiers who patrol her parents’ farm. But for now, even deafening silence is preferable to grief.
Slipping between Nazi-occupied Poland and the frenetic pace of modern life, Kelly Rimmer creates an emotional and finely wrought narrative. The Things We Cannot Say is an unshakable reminder of the devastation when truth is silenced…and how it can take a lifetime to find our voice before we learn to trust it.
Don’t miss Kelly Rimmer’s new and unforgettable novel, The Warsaw Orphan.
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WOW!! This book was unbelievably great. Read it in one sitting. Could not stop. You go girl.
This book was amazing! The story line was great, characters even better. This book is a must read. It truly makes you think about the lives of others who lived/survived during the Holocaust.
#1 favorite novel until I die. An amazing love story.
It was an awesome book!!
Absolutely fantastic Historical Fiction!!!!! Love and loss and what it took to survive.
Oh my what a beautiful book. It’s been awhile since I cried at a book but this one tugged so at my heart in so many ways. Absolutely beautiful in every way!!
One of the best I have read this summer! An amazing story of how the events over which we have no control can shape our lives.
Great historical fiction read that’s situated in Poland durning a very sad part of history. Bring your tissues, but revel with pride in the inspiration and gumption of all the characters in the book. Loved it!
This is my favorite book this year. Although parts of it are so painful the adventure is compelling. Such an inspiring group of love stories and bravery in Poland during WWII. Couldn’t put it down!! Inspirational.
I really enjoyed this book!
This book is written a chapter in WWII and a chapter in present day. As you get into this book, it becomes more and more powerful with a wonderful twist near the end.
And if you need an epilogue, it has one to finish it off nicely.
You’ll learn so much!
One of the best I’ve read this year. Could not put it down. Another tragic, yet realistic WW II story that demonstrates the resiliency of those who endured.
Outstanding
Did not want to stop reading this book! A must read!
This is the best WW2 era novel I’ve ever read.
It was truly amazing and hard to put down. The present day tying to the 1940’s was so well done with three generations of the family. I have recommended this book to all my bookworm friends. They won’t be disappointed!
I highly recommend this book, just have plenty of tissues ready.
This beautifully crafted story spanning generations was moving and heart-breaking, devastating and hopeful. Highly recommended.
Raw. Real. Heartbreaking. Hopeful.
Just amazing.
Beautiful story of young love during World War II and beyond.
I didn’t want to put the book down.