Reviews

We Shall Not Shatter by Elaine Stock, Elaine Stock

catreader18's review

5.0

This book is amazing! WWII historical fiction is one of my favorite genres and I love reading about the lessor known parts of the war. It is so important we know everything that happened and not only the concentration camps. I loved the characters and the writing. The story is first set in a a small town in Poland where many people are Jews. You feel their pain and uncertainty along with the non-Jewish people. Everyone is trying to protect and keep themselves save at the same time. Hard decisions are made in an attempt to survive. I can’t imagine having to make these decisions. I am eagerly waiting for the next book in the series!

sheska_meroba's review

3.5

I received a copy of this ebook in a Goodreads giveaway. While this book was both a little too intense and cheesy at times, I enjoyed following the characters throughout their journeys.

meezcarrie's review

4.0

Drawing from her own family's history, author Elaine Stock has created a compelling story of enduring friendship, heart wrenching sacrifice, and resilient strength. While set during one of the darkest moments on history's stage, We Shall Not Shatter's themes—conveyed through characters who will inhabit your heart—have much to say to readers in today's world, too.

sassyredca's review

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0