A review by bookwormer2
The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys

challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

This book takes place in Spain during the Franco dictatorship. I didn't  have much prior knowledge about this time period and I think the book gave me a much better understanding of what the Spanish people went through - similar to other countries ruled by a long time dictator unfortunately.  It also includes information about another atrocity  that occurred during that time that hadn't come to light until fairly recently.  The characters were well developed and honest.  I recommend it highly.