The Tattooist of Auschwitz

THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ by Heather Morris Based the lives of holocaust survivors, Lale and Gita Sokolov, this is a heart wrenching yet inspiring story of human spirit; courage, sacrifice, love, perseverance and determination. This is a relatively short book given the subject matter. I wish the prose had more depth. Lale and Gita’s story was originally written as a screenplay and this book reads a bit like one. Heavy on the dialogue and telling of events rather than showing. I found the Afterward, written by their son Gary, to be more touching and held more emotion than the book itself. Perhaps the movie does their experiences and their love more justice? I hope so. This is the first book in a series and I don’t feel a need to read the next one. I liked it, but I didn’t love it. Rating: 3/5 ⭐️

This was one of the best books I have read this year. I’m not usually a fan of books with this level of human suffering but this book I could not put down. What an incredible story of hardship, kindness, love and a will to survive.

This novel, based on a true story is a hard read but must be read. It’s a historical truth.

This was a fantastic book to read. This book makes you go through all kinds of feelings. Everyone should read this book and yes it’s in my top 10 favorite reads.

This was an interesting story that connects us to, arguably, one of the most significant events of history, and one that we should not over look nor forget. The ending builds, to an reasonably expected ending, but so abruptly! I wondered if the author was up against a deadline?... The writing is simple and makes for a quick and easy read

The best holocaust story I've read in quite some time. Keeps you on the edge and really well told. The writer just sucks you into the store.

These are stories of history we must never forget! They are all a very important part of our history. The story of Lale & Gita is amazingly heroic. Many of us couldn't imagine that these events ACTUALLY happened. Heather Morris does an amazing job getting to reading to see thru the eyes of Lale (so to speak). I greatly enjoyed this book. It was a tearjerker for sure. I had to take lil "breathers" at times from the book due to the content. While reading the book my daughter asked me " Why are your eyes so read?" I told her this is a very sad book at times. In the end love prevails and concours all.

I finished this book within one day! Definitely worth it. Educational in a sense, but allegedly not 100% historically accurate. Still both a horrifying and beautiful book.

If you have any interest in history, this is a must read.

The horrors of the Holocaust are recounted by those who lived through it. It's difficult to read how cruelly one group of humans can treat another.

Those who ignore the past are destined to repeat it. This is a must read for everyone!

Cover is bent and in fact looks like the o Hole top of the book was bent.

Heart wrenching and also heartwarming. In such a time when all feels lost, to find the one who gives you hope and the will to persevere. I absolutely loved this book and felt as though I knew the people personally.

I finished this book in less than 24 hours. It was an amazing, personal, heart wrenching story and look behind the barbed wire fences. I'm not going to say much about the book, because it is profound on its own. Every time I hear a survivor speak, they always say that they share their story so that the world will say "never again." It is horrifying that people ever allowed it to happen in the first place. This is what happens when you hate people based off their ethnicity and try to claim other humans are inferior. We are all made the same way. The only inferiority is whether you hold hatred in your heart against others. It seems impossible that a story like this book can be true, but I am SO glad that it is. I needed to hear that love can win. 10/10 recommend

This is one of the most amazing stories I've ever read, and it's true. What this man was able to do was incredible. A must read!

This book tells of the horrific time in history and also about determination, strength and love of brave people.

So good. Based on a true story of love and a human will to survive

Beautiful reminder how trauma is trauma in any form and every experience. Love the perspective and the recognition given to other perspectives of such historical events.

I love a good WWII book with a good ending. Easy, fast read.

Book is well written, short, easy read. Very sad stories but had an uplifting end. I can't say the story being sad is a impact on my review due to the fact ots about Aushwitz, what happened there is devastating.

A touching book that I recommend to everyone.

This book definitely gives you a firsthand look into what people experienced in Auschwitz. I feel like everyone should read this story if they want to truly understand what people like Gita and Lale went through. It’s harsh, and yet they both still remained determined to survive together through one of the worst experiences in mankind’s history. If you’re considering reading this book, please do it.

What would you do to survive? To make sure the one you loved survived? At times, this is almost unbearable but then something gives you hope... just when you think you can't read another page, a small miracle happens to the characters and forces you to continue. This story is full of peaks and valleys and it was because of those fleeting moments, those survivors were able to go on and live to tell the tale, so that humanity could learn from these events.

Quick Book. Easy read. Gripping

If your looking for a history book and a page turning cant put down book this is one....I read it in two days.lol a must read.

I read this in one sitting. I could not stop reading. It was so emotional and just incredible. Thought it is hard to swallow the in humane acts in history. I would highly highly recommend.

What a great, easy to read book. I could not put this book down. I was able to really visualize the agony, and pain, but it also paints a beautiful love story within it. Has a little bit of everything for all readers!

This was a short read but I loved every page! Very moving story of love, compassion and the fight to live. I couldn’t wait to read Cilka’s story... which was also great!

Wow... I haven't read a good book in a while. Although a very sad read, the book is so well written and you're 100% invested into the characters in the book who are real. I cried a lot while reading this book, but it's such a beautiful love story. This will be a book I will always remember and not many books leave a mark this one left a huge mark. Buy this book. I don't normally write reviews but this one is a must.

We were never told in High School about what specifically happened at the concentration camps. I am immersed in reading books about the Holocaust and have read: The Nightengale by Kristin Hannah, Lilac Girls and Lost Roses by Martha Hall Kelly, The Alice Network by Kate Quinn I want to read Cilka’s Journey by Heather Morris but this book is virtually unavailable as you only receive 1 copy per month.

I felt I was there with the characters and the narrative of the book made me feel like I was watching a classic love story from the 1920's where heroes were heroes, women were women and love can thrive in the most horrific situations.

Gripping story. Beautifully told. Unexpected plot twists. Couldn't put it down.

This is an amazing book!!! I couldnt put it down!!!

This is a very moving book and a great read. I could hardly put the book down when I first started reading it. I would not recommend the book for someone with a light stomach, it does have some gruesome parts.

This book was a great read. I couldn’t put it down. I read it in less than 2 days. I totally recommend this book for those of you who like reading books about the holocaust.