Set against the backdrop of Adolf Hitler's rise and Nazi Germany's reign during World War II, this narrative recounts the tumultuous childhood of a young American girl and her family in a country that turned against itself, where human decency eroded. Growing up amidst fear fueled by a madman, the story presents the breakdown of society from a child's perspective, highlighting how millions of law-abiding citizens were unjustly targeted and exterminated. The brave protagonist, although not Jewish, was seen as a threat and forced to conceal her American identity to protect her family from arrest or worse. Amidst relentless Nazi propaganda, she navigates a perilous landscape where any resistance could lead to incarceration or death. This tale illuminates one family's struggle for survival as the world war looms ever closer. For the first time, after decades of silence, the story of Rosel emerges—a spirited young girl who defied the madness surrounding her. Guided by faint memories of her homeland, she seeks freedom and a new life, revealing a poignant journey through a society that became more sinister than any childhood nightmare.
