Briar Rose: A Novel of the Holocaust (Fairy Tales) - Hardcover

Yolen, Jane

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1250242738 ISBN 13: 9781250242730

Publisher: Tor Books, 2019

Synopsis

Jane Yolen’s classic novel of memory, stories, and the Holocaust--now in a beautiful pocket-sized hardcover edition--is a powerful retelling of the fairy tale Sleeping Beauty that is "heartbreaking and heartwarming."

An American Library Association "100 Best Books for Teens"
An American Library Association "Best Books for Young Adults"

Ever since she was a child, Rebecca has been enchanted by her grandmother Gemma's stories about Briar Rose. But a promise Rebecca makes to her dying grandmother will lead her on a remarkable journey to uncover the truth of Gemma's astonishing claim: I am Briar Rose. A journey that will lead her to unspeakable brutality and horror. But also to redemption and hope.

About this title

About the Author:

Jane Yolen is one of the most distinguished and successful authors for young readers and adults in the country. She is the author of more than 200 books--including Sister Light, Sister Dark, Owl Moon, and the immensely popular The Devil's Arithmetic. Her books have won awards including the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, the World Fantasy Award, the Jewish Book Award, and two Christopher Medals. She lives in Hatfield, Massachusetts.

Review:

“Terrifically moving.” ―The Washington Post

“Yolen takes the story of Briar Rose and links it to the Holocaust--a far from obvious connection that she makes perfectly convincing...Only a writer as good as Yolen could bring it off.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Both heartbreaking and heartwarming, Yolen's novel is a compelling reminder of the Holocaust as well as a contemporary tale of secrets and romance.” ―Booklist

“Showcases Yolen's skill at transforming the real world into a realm of fantasy.” ―Library Journal

About this edition

• Publisher: Tor Books
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1250242738
• ISBN 13: 9781250242730
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 288