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White Bird: A Novel

By: R. J. Palacio, Erica S. Perl - contributor
Narrated by: Hillary Huber, Hope Newhouse
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Now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson!

Listen to the novelized version of the celebrated New York Times bestselling story of kindness and unrelenting courage in a time of war—inspired by the blockbuster phenomenon Wonder.

Sara Blum lives an idyllic life with her adoring parents in Vichy France. But her world comes crashing down when the Nazi occupation separates the family and forces the young Jewish girl into hiding. Her classmate Julien and his family will risk everything to ensure her survival, and, together, Sara and Julien manage to find beauty in a secret world of their creation.

First published as a graphic novel and now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson, R. J. Palacio’s unforgettable story demonstrates the power of kindness to change hearts, build bridges, and even save lives in the darkest of times.

*Includes a downloadable PDF of a White Bird discussion guide from the book

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 R. J. Palacio and Erica S. Perl (P)2022 Listening Library

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A story of the effects of the holocaust from the POV of a child. Emotional and heart wrenching.

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For all ages

RJ Palacio tells the story of a girl in hiding during the holocaust in a manner that’s appropriate for all ages. Children too young to understand THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. WHITE BIRD is part of the WONDER series; the tale of Julian’s grandmother, a French Jew hidden from Nazis by a classmate and his family.

First told in graphic novel form WHITE BIRD goes deeper as a novel and was inspired by an upcoming movie, which I cannot wait to see.

WHITE BIRD should be part of every classroom, read and discussed as any chapter book. Adults even without children will also find the story endearing and bittersweet.

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Strength and perseverance.

Great story about, love, strength and perseverance. I loved the entire story. It’s really sad that so many people had to suffer through this tragedy.

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