The Choice

"The book is well written for young readers... heartbreaking but full of hope and tolerance."

"Clark makes wise narrative choices in presenting life at Auschwitz... The Choice is an excellent historical novel."

"Deftly written for young readers… very highly recommended for both school and community library collections."

"The Choice is recommended reading for young readers and it is good reading for adults too... [Kathy Clark] opens the door for all types of important conversations about history, consequence of actions, seeking revenge, the significance of religion, culture and values, thinking for yourself and taking responsibility for your own choices."

"Set in Budapest, The Choice provides a unique perspective to the Holocaust… Educators and librarians hoping to engage readers with historical fiction will want to add this novel to their shelves."

"The ending of the story brings both validation and realization of how the human spirit can triumph even under unfathomable atrocities, and how the choices we make in life can change everything."

"The Choice clearly demonstrates the choices that a boy on the verge of manhood had to make during the Holocaust.... But the strength of the book lies in the emotional content, the relationship between Jakob and Ivan, and Jakob and Levi."

"This was an outstanding book for anyone interested in the Holocaust and a gripping narrative."

"[The Choice] is perfect for middle school students beginning to learn about the Holocaust and for older students who are interested in learning more."

"... this well-written story should captivate many young minds. There are historical explanations offered, a map and photographs of key places are included, and the story is both exciting and believable."