The Girl They Left Behind

Unforgettable Bucharest during World War II

Written byRoxanne Veletzos

Narrated byCassandra Campbell

Length10h57m

Release dateOctober 9, 2018

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (30 ratings)

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Author	Roxanne Veletzos
Narrator	Cassandra Campbell
Runtime	10h57m
Published	October 9, 2018
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (30 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, 20th Century, World War II & Holocaust
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

This powerful and heart-wrenching novel masterfully weaves together love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of war-torn Bucharest in 1941. Roxanne Veletzos' masterful storytelling shines a light on a lesser-known chapter of history, expertly capturing the complex emotions and moral dilemmas faced by those living through it. Cassandra Campbell's evocative narration skillfully brings the characters to life, imbuing each with a depth and nuance that perfectly complements the narrative.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

As I listened to The Girl They Left Behind, I became increasingly invested in the lives of its characters, particularly the young girl at the heart of the story. Cassandra Campbell's nuanced and warm narration perfectly captures the complexity of her emotional journey, from the innocence of childhood to the trauma of war. The pacing is well-balanced, hurtling towards a tragic yet uplifting conclusion that had me feeling both devastated and empowered. If I have any quibbles, it's that some supporting characters feel a tad one-dimensional - the mother-daughter relationship, for example, could have been fleshed out further. Nonetheless, this is a minor complaint in an otherwise exceptional audiobook.

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