The Chosen Ones
The Chosen Ones
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Vienna, Austria • 1940s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Chosen Ones by Steve Sem-Sandberg is a historical novel that explores the lives of individuals in the Am Spiegelgrund clinic in Nazi-occupied Vienna. It highlights the experiences of children classified as "unworthy of life" under the euthanasia program. The novel delves into the impact of these devastating events on the children's lives.
Dark
Melancholic
Mysterious
Unnerving
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Chosen Ones by Steve Sem-Sandberg is lauded for its detailed historical research and poignant storytelling. The novel explores complex moral dilemmas with emotional depth. However, some critics note its dense narrative and challenging pace. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read with strong character development and a profound exploration of human suffering and resilience.
Who Should Read The Chosen Ones?
Readers who appreciated the haunting moral questions in Sophie's Choice by William Styron or the historical depth found in Schindler’s List by Thomas Keneally will be captivated by The Chosen Ones by Steve Sem-Sandberg. Intrigued by WWII narratives that explore human ethics within oppressive regimes, they seek profound personal stories.
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Novel • Fiction
Vienna, Austria • 1940s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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