James M. Deem Knihy

Fort Breendonk was built in the early 1900s to protect Antwerp, Belgium, from possible German invasion. Damaged at the start of World War I, it fell into disrepair . . . until the Nazis took it over after their invasion of Belgium in 1940.

Julian Drew navigates a difficult life with his abusive stepfamily while seeking solace in writing. After purchasing a green spiral notebook, he struggles with his pen and ultimately creates a secret code to document his experiences. This gripping narrative explores themes of survival and recovery, drawing readers into Julian's poignant journey from the very first page.