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>>>>>>>> Number the Stars by Lois Lowry >>>>>>>> Reviewed by: Sharnell >>>>>>>> Submitted: Sept. 14, 2011

__Number the Stars__ is written by Lois Lowry and recommended for the ages 10+. In this historical fiction the author made it into a 3rd person view. Annemarie Johansen (Danish), Ellen Rosen (Jewish) and Peter Nielsen (Danish) are my favorite characters in this story and on the other hand, the German Soliders are my least favorite. The parents of the Johansens and Rosens agree that Ellen will stay with the Johansens until it is safe enough for her to reunite with her family again. Since Ellen is Jewish and the event is happening during the Holocaust/WWII, Ellen must go in hiding, without her beloved parents. Then, on a warm night, the German Soliders demand to know where the Rosens are. Lying, Mr. and Mrs. Johansen remark that they have no clue where the Rosens happen to be. The Soliders then ask why Ellen looks so different compared to Annemarie and Annemarie's little sister, Kirsti. The author describes the characters clearly for only Annemarie, Ellen, Kirsti, and two of the German soliders. The dialogue and actions are well written and the scenery is briefly descripted. __Number the Stars__ is a great book if you're just starting to learn about the Holocaust.