About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with the feeling of being an outsider or is searching for a sense of identity that honors both their past and their present. It is a sophisticated choice for a reader who enjoys lyrical prose and complex, non-linear storytelling. The narrative follows Joshua Pearl, a prince from a fairy tale realm who is exiled to Paris during the dawn of World War II. As he tries to find his way back to his lost love, the story explores themes of memory, the weight of history, and the resilience of the human spirit. While the reading level is accessible, the emotional depth and historical context of the Holocaust and the French Resistance make it most suitable for mature adolescents. Parents will appreciate how it treats the power of imagination not as an escape from reality, but as a necessary tool for survival and hope.
