Commentary On Someone Named Eva By Joan Wolf

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One of the books I read in quarter two is Someone Named Eva by Joan Wolf. In my opinion, it is a fantastic book and I rate it a nine out of ten. The book is about Germany during World War II. Dark topics are usually not my cup of tea, but this one is well written with a wonderful plot. While reading this book, I love that Milada, the main character, still remembers her name, despite a long journey that includes brainwashing. Milada is completely brainwashed by Nazis after being separated from her parents. Eva is the “new” name given to Milada by the Nazis. Despite the brainwashing, Eva managed to use her original name after the war. Milada also reunited with her mom after the war, through her strength and determination.

After all the brainwashing

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