A review by ldv
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys

3.0

Really tough subject matter, but an aspect not often covered in WWII fiction. Probably easier to read because it is YA and therefore keeps descriptions simple but real. There is hope in the story, even though it is so heavy and dark. A very appropriate title.
The nationalities are different and the locations are different, but otherwise the themes are similar to Jewish stories of deportment and concentration camps: survival depends on hope, humanity, and community.
May I who live here and now be ever grateful for what I have.