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4 ⭐While this is a fiction story, it is based on real life events. Many Jews had their art taken from them in the holocaust, and that included their music and their ability to play it. An organization called Violins for Hope uses old violins from the Holocaust, refurbishes them, and put them to use in a special orchestra that helps people remember why the holocaust was such a bad thing. This story was educational and entertaining.

I read this as an ARC on Netgalley. This was a beautiful and sad story about a Jewish family during the holocaust and their violin. There were a lot of new words in this book I wasn‘t familiar with. While there are plenty of context clues to help children follow along, I think a little explanation toward the beginning would give children an excellent cultural lesson on Jewish faith and practices. Overall, a poignant story and gorgeous pictures.