Salt to the Sea

Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys
Ruta Sepetys
Star Rating
★★★★
Reviewer's Rating
Jul 24, 2022

Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys is a historical fiction book that takes place during World War II.

This book is told from four perspectives. Each is hunted by guilt, fate, shame, and fear. Each is

from a different homeland. Each is in search of a different destiny. But, they all share the same

goal: survive for those you love. Joana is a nurse in search of her mother. Florian is a Prussian

soldier with stolen Nazi treasure in search of his sister. Emilia is eight months pregnant and in

search of her boyfriend. Alfred is a sailor working for medals to show his love. When all four

make it onto the Wilhelm Gustloff, they must depend on each other to make it out alive. But, in a

world of so much war and lies, it can sometimes be hard to tell who you can truly trust. I like that

this book is based on historical events. I learned a lot about the Wilhelm Gustloff and its tragic

sinking. I also like that the book is told from four perspectives. It helps to build the story and

gives us insight into the characters' thoughts and feelings.

 

Written by
Victoria O.

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