The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Tanya Wall, July 2022

The Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

World War II Historical Fiction is my favorite genre. This book did not disappoint. It is based on the real life experiences of Michelle Naget, 11 yrs old, and her family. The story starts with Michelle and her family are fleeing to safety from the Germans who have invaded France. Unfortunately, they are captured by the Nazis. They return to their house to discover their home has been commandeered. The Germans require that they serve for them. They live for four years with the Nazis under their roof which causes neighbors to question their loyalty to France.
Under the Nazi’s rule, the family is put through much torment and Michelle find that she is determined to do whatever she can to protect her family. The theme that I found in this reading was the theme of hope. Michelle and her family have faith that they will come out of this alive and together.