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Masters of Silence (The Heroes Quartet, 2)

Name: Masters of Silence (The Heroes Quartet, 2)
Price: 9.95 USD
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Rating: 4.3 (10 reviews)

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Book Synopsis: Kathy Kacer’s second book in her middle grade series about heroic rescues during WWII tells the tale of siblings Helen and Henry, and history’s most famous mime. Desperate to save them from the Nazis, Henry and Helen’s mother makes the harrowing decision to take her children from their home in 1940s Germany and leave them in the care of strangers in France. The brother and sister must hide their Jewish identity to pass for orphans being fostered at a convent in the foreign land. Visits from a local mime become the children’s one source of joy, especially for Henry, whose traumatic experience has left him a selective mute. When an informer gives them up, the children are forced to flee yet again from the Nazis, but this time the local mime—a not yet famous Marcel Marceau—risks everything to try to save the children.

Masters of Silence shows award-winning author Kathy Kacer at the top of her craft, bringing to light the little-known story of Marceau’s heroic work for the French Resistance. Marceau would go on to save hundreds of children from Nazi concentration camps and death during WWII. In characteristic Kacer style, Masters of Silence is dramatic and engaging, and highlights the courage of both those rescuing and the rescued themselves. Wenting Li’s chapter heading illustrations and evocative covers provide the perfect visuals for the series.

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Are you a fan of heart-wrenching historical novels? Look no further than "Masters of Silence" by Kathy Kacer, the second book in the Heroes Quartet series. This captivating middle-grade story transports you back to World War II, where siblings Helen and Henry's lives hang in the balance. Join them on a journey filled with courage, sacrifice, and the incredible power of one of history's most famous mimes.

Intrigue and suspense fill the pages of "Masters of Silence." Placed in the care of strangers in France to protect them from the Nazis, Helen and Henry must conceal their Jewish identity. As they adapt to life as hidden orphans in a foreign land, the siblings find solace in the visits of a local mime. But when their secret is revealed and danger looms once again, the not yet famous Marcel Marceau steps up to the plate, risking everything to save these innocent children.

Step into the world of the French Resistance and experience the untold story of Marcel Marceau's heroic efforts during WWII. Kathy Kacer, an acclaimed author known for her captivating storytelling, brings to light this remarkable tale of courage and survival. With each turn of the page, you'll feel the tension rise and your heart race as the fate of Helen and Henry hangs in the balance.

With Wenting Li's stunning chapter heading illustrations that perfectly capture the essence of the story, "Masters of Silence" is a visually satisfying addition to the Heroes Quartet series. Li's evocative covers immediately transport you to the troubled times of World War II, amplifying the emotional journey found within the pages.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the powerful narrative of "Masters of Silence." Discover the untold story of a hero who saved hundreds of children during the war. Join Helen and Henry as they navigate the treacherous landscape of Nazi-occupied Europe, clinging to hope and relying on the bravery of those risking everything to make a difference. Experience the triumph of the human spirit and the enduring power of love in the darkest of times. Get your copy of "Masters of Silence" today!

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