The Violinist of Auschwitz

De: Ellie Midwood

Narrado por: Alison Campbell

Auschwitz, 1943: In the depths of hell, can hope rise? And can love triumph over hatred?

Based on the unforgettable true story of Alma Rosé, The Violinist of Auschwitz brings to life one of history’s most fearless, inspiring, and courageous heroines. Alma’s bravery saved countless lives, bringing hope to those who had forgotten its meaning....

In Auschwitz, every day is a fight for survival. Alma is inmate 50381, the number tattooed on her skin in pale blue ink. She is cooped up with thousands of others, torn from loved ones, trapped in a maze of barbed wire. Every day people disappear, never to be seen again.

This tragic reality couldn’t be further from Alma’s previous life. An esteemed violinist, her performances left her audiences spellbound. But when the Nazis descend on Europe, none of that can save her....

When the head of the women’s camp appoints Alma as the conductor of the orchestra, performing for prisoners trudging to work as well as the highest-ranking Nazis, Alma refuses: “They can kill me, but they won’t make me play”. Yet she soon realizes the power this position offers: She can provide starving girls with extra rations and save many from the clutches of death.

This is how Alma meets Miklos, a talented pianist. Surrounded by despair, they find happiness in joint rehearsals, secret notes, and concerts they give side by side - all the while praying that this will one day end. But in Auschwitz, the very air is tainted with loss, and tragedy is the only certainty.... In such a hopeless place, can their love survive?

This devastatingly heartbreaking yet beautifully hopeful tale proves that even in the darkest of days, love can prevail - and give you something to live for. Fans of The Choice, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, and The Orphan Train will lose their hearts to this magnificent tale.

©2020 Ellie Midwood (P)2020 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.

Beautiful story but not for the faint-hearted

This is a spellbinding story made all the more remarkable by its firm roots in the history of both inmates and captors in Auschwitz. It recounts with sometimes graphic clarity some of the key events and characters in the grim confines of that camp. And at its centre is Alma Rosé, a woman whose defiant dignity and integrity affected all who knew her in that god-forsaken place. It is a truly amazing story, narrated with real skill and heart. But beware - it will take you on an emotional roller coaster, and you will not come out the other side quite the same.

Heart breaking but a wonderful story

Once again Ellie Midwood created the most wonderful story that brings you right into the heart of the main character. To hear that it was based on a true happening that made me catch my breath.

I had tears in my eyes all thru out. Just a beautiful story.

Extraordinary doesn't begin to describe it

This book was so good that everyone who love historical fiction related to WWII should read or listen to it. The story of Alma Rose will send you on a rollercoaster of emotions as you listen to her fears, acts of bravery, defiance, protectiveness and love. It is both heartwarming and heartbreaking throughout the book. The author, Ellie Millwood, captures it all and the narrator, Alison Campbell, was fantastic, bringing out all of the different voices and personalities. You always knew who was speaking. I cannot recommend this book enough. It ranks up there with the Tattooist is Auschwitz, Cilka's Journey and The Nightingale. Please read or listen to as I did.

Easily of the most amazing storiy I've ever heard.

A powerful tale of a most courageous, decent, talented, and committed woman amidst the horrors of Auschwitz. Beautifully written and narrated, this story will inspire me and haunt me forever. The story is based upon true facts and interviews with the women she worked with and saved from the SS.

Fantastic book, couldn't stop listening.

So much of the story is true and so gut wrenching horrible. What Hitler did to people was unspeakable. This story is about one woman's journey to save lives. Alma Maria Rosé was an Austrian and Jewish violinist. Her uncle was the composer Gustav Mahler. She was deported by the Nazis to the concentration camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau. There, for 10 months, she directed the Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz. As director, Rosé held the status of kapo of the music block. There are parts about the horrors done to people, and stories about people's kindness. Risking their own lives to save others. This was an educational story and one that I won't forget for a long time.