The Angel of Auschwitz

by Rebecca Scott

In a place built for death, one woman fought to save life.

An elderly doctor stands before a room of students in a lecture hall. What unfolds is a story of courage, brutality and survival.

When Dr Gisella Perl is deported to Auschwitz, her medical training becomes the only thing that can keep her alive. Forced into the women’s barracks under the command of Josef Mengele, she faces starvation, disease and relentless brutality. Every day she must make impossible choices, using her skills to save the women the camp has marked for death.

As she endures hunger, violence and the loss of everyone she loves, Gisella refuses to surrender the one thing the Nazis cannot take from her duty to protect life. In the shadows of the infirmary, she becomes a quiet force of resistance, risking her life to shield others from the fate worse than death…

Inspired by true event, The Angel of Auschwitz is a powerful and deeply human novel about survival, sacrifice and a doctor who fought back in the only way she could. Perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Cilka’s Journeyand The Sisters of Auschwitz.

254 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 3, 2026

Reviews

[Andrea Johnson · Rating 1 out of 5]

Gisela Perl was a remarkable woman, who deserved her story told in a better way than this. I hate giving low ratings to Holocaust stories as they’re so important, but this was poorly written and incredibly repetitive. There’s typos, sentences that stop without an ending and constantly repeated phrases. I read so many times about how cold the water was, someone coughing, and it being cold. This story deserves a much better writer.

[Sharon Hedge · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a remarkable woman, living in one of history’s worst atrocities. Her unwilling part in this demonstrates that selflessness and serving others can make a difference. The cruel acts and persecution was relentless but many lives were somehow saved through the actions of Giselle and the other trained doctors and nurses. Although difficult to read at times, I shall be forever grateful not to have experienced living in a country at war, or persecuted for my religious beliefs.

[Jeanette Cruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant compelling historical novel inspired by true event. This book follows the real-life journey of a doctor—an extraordinary woman who, even amid the brutality of Auschwitz, chose to preserve life with her medical knowledge and skills rather than take it. It’s a narrative rooted in hope, humanity, compassion, and the impossible choices people are forced to make in unthinkable circumstances.

[Phyllis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Courage

Every time I read another story of the holocaust, I am awed by the courage and strength it took to survive. It almost seems impossible. The people who went even further and saved the lives of others at their own risk, show a courage that I don’t think can be equaled.

[Charleen Stroup · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!

This is the most amazing account of a survivor I have ever read. Rebecca Scott captured the sights, the sounds, the heart beats of the characters so succinctly it stalled my breath . I cried when Gisela couldn't release her tears. I felt like I living there with her.

[Gloria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even though I have read many books about the Holocaust, I still am surprised how resilient the prisoners were. This book was about a Jewish woman Dr. who was captured and worked under Mengele. It is based on a true story. I highly recommend it.

[Valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book the author told an amazing story of a woman that saved and comforted many lives. It was a quick read. Very heartfelt

[Brittany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivated from start to finish. She painted the picture of their experiences so powerfully. I can’t stop thinking about it

[amanda bowman · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an absolutely incredible story! Giselle was a hero, even if she didn't feel like one. It always amazes me the unstoppable will to live that some have. The pure evil of others is soul crushing.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful

I am at a loss for words. Powerful read about a remarkable woman who quietly did all she could to help others survive.

[Melba · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a heartrending & heartwarming book. I cried many tears while reading, but there were always moments of joy. Wonderful read.