LILIA A True Story of Love, Courage, and Survival in the Shadow of War

Stories of courage during life's most difficult moments are a staple of Holocaust literature. This audiobook fits that mold. The emotional story of a teenage girl's coming of age in Italy during WWII excels on audio because of the exceptional performance of Nancy Peterson. Employing a well-paced delivery and a firm tone that bring to life the fear of Lilia and her family, Peterson delivers a performance that listeners will remember. As Lilia sees her own and other families ripped apart by the forces of Hitler and Mussolini, she remains steadfast in her hope while trying to contain her fear. Peterson defines Lilia with precision, using modulated tones appropriate for a teen and conveying optimism amid the terror. D.J.S. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2023]