Now
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Morris Gleitzman
In this powerful conclusion to Morris Gleitzman's acclaimed Holocaust trilogy, Felix faces the ghosts of his past and the possibility of a new cataclysm.Set in the present day, Now is the final book in the series that began with Once, continued with Then, and brings the story of Felix full circle. Now a grandfather, Felix has achieved much and is widely admired. But the painful memories of his childhood resurface when his granddaughter Zelda comes to stay with him. Together they confront a catastrophic event, armed only with their gusto and love—an event that offers salvation from the past, but also the specter of destruction.Now is one of Kirkus Reviews' Best Children's Books of 2012. This heart-wrenching yet hopeful story explores weighty themes like survivor's guilt, intergenerational trauma, and modern genocide, making it an excellent choice for classroom discussion and history units. Gleitzman balances tough subjects with humor and hope, crafting a tale that will resonate with readers young and old.
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Author
Morris Gleitzman
Pages
192
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Published Date
2012-06-05
ISBN
0805097139 9780805097139
Ratings
Google: 5
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"Set in the present day during the bush fires in Australia, it begins with a girl named Zelda texting her grandfather Felix. We learn that Felix became a famed physician following the war and his granddaughter named after “the” Zelda has come to live with him while her physician parents work in Darfur. I loved the granddaughter/grandpa relationship and the effects of the pain, love, & secrets we carry. We learn a little more of Felix’s story from WW2 but books 4,5,6 finish it up. "
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