The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Heather Morris

I’m a sucker for WW2 books, anything war-ish actually, and this book, was so up my alley. It was a fantastic story about impossible circumstances; love, fear, loss, devastation, enforcement of cruelty, and hope; so much hope.

I hold such great regard to those who can hold hope during such atrocities and this book, is exemplary in showing and giving hope.

Based on a true story as told to the author by a survivor, The Tattooist of Auschwitz tells of just that, the person who was required to tattoo the others in the concentration camp. He falls in love with young Gita and makes it his life’s mission to survive and make a life with her.

I may have used an entire box of tissue through this book.