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The Endless Steppe by Esther Hautzig

mini_margaritta's review against another edition

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3.0



This was a nice short quick read. It was interesting to read about a family in a work camp, versus the normal concentration camp.

booksncrannies_official's review against another edition

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4.0

In detailed recollections and stirring writing, 'The Endless Steppe' paints a vivid picture of life under Soviet control in the 1940s. Esther Hautzig clearly illustrates the barbaric and hostile conditions that her and her family endured. Descriptive details, realistic dialogue, and thoughtful construction make this memoir an accurate and heartfelt picture of life in the desolation of Siberia. One theme is clearly shown in this memoir: Even in the darkest places, there is hope to be found.

moorlady's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

momluv2tch's review against another edition

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emotional informative

4.0

eilisrowan's review against another edition

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emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

thelilyofshalott's review against another edition

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4.0

4 ★ - (really liked it)



CWs, or things that caught my attention: concentration camps, mentions of deceased family

kirstenrose22's review against another edition

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4.0

This is really good, and a fast read. I found the descriptions of the Siberian steppes particularly interesting. Definitely a lesser-known perspective on World War II.

christal's review against another edition

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emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

positivelykylereads's review against another edition

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hopeful reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

eggjen's review against another edition

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4.0

This was a fascinating look at what life was like for a Jew in Siberia during WW2. A coming of age that few of us can relate to. My 6th grader and I both enjoyed this one