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Lights Camera Auschwitz!: The Story of Two Innocent Soldiers
The book "Lights, Camera, Auschwitz!" Stars a ferocious young man in the Nazi German army who displays an unusual mix of innocence, sincerity, dedication and honesty. He's a hardcore patriot and does whatever is thought of as good for the nation, i.e, slaying the prisoners religiously, harassing the oppressors tirelessly, all until his personal experiences begin to question his morality. A thunder runs down his spine when he discovers the shocking origin of his wife Melissa, whom he met during his university days. Now, being a Nazi nationalist, he is forced to become receptive of the rights and the wrongs in his actions and realise that the "right" in Nazi terms is in fact against morals. However, he does not have the time to fuss about his dilemma too much as his work in the concentration camp piles up and the Nazi pledge See no mercy, adhere to no sentiments, cater to no one's needs.Meanwhile, his childhood Friend, Jonas Jonathan has a contrasting mix of Humourous, patriotic, puerile, pretend seriousness (before his fellow soldiers and leaders) and an attribute of trying to please the Fuhrer. The two of them look forward to working together in the concentration camp, but destiny has got different plans for them. Jonas is required to serve in the Gestapo under th Fuhrer in major cities with high Jewish population. Jonas comes to learn about the origin of Alrick's wife and this creates a stain in their relationship. He begins to consider Alrick as a traitor, betraying the state for his selfishness. Yet he does not conspicuously display much of his hostility as he knows what an enigma Melissa is, and her origin would not lead anyone into considering the contrary about her. Alrick and Jonas thus diverge, in their own paths, setting off to fulfill their duties the best way possible.Lieutenant Alrick Keinz becomes a popular name in the concentration camp, yet it's not long before his aggressiveness pacifies. Unexpected turns happen in his life and it all happens for the good.Jonas is sent to Auschwitz after a while along with some of his Gestapo members. It's a surprise for Alrick and Jonas alike. They face moments of awkwardness.The story takes a whole different turn when Jonas falls In love with a girl in the concentration camp. Thus, the friends begin to wear the same shoe. Alrick is in for a shock when he discovers this. This girl is none other than their childhood friend who had to leave them after a while. Jonas accused Alrick of being a traitor when he was clearly innocent. Fate set them apartment but love which is blind wove them together once again. One day, the girl is forced into the gas chamber without Alrick or Jonas knowing about it. They realised that her wish to see them together became her last wish. They sprinted to the gas chamber and tried to save her, only in vain. But she was happy enough seeing them together and there, right before their eyes was a lesson for Jonas. Alrick faces the same situation with Melissa's death when she turns up one day upon learning that she'd been sent away only to be saved. Being a law-abiding, sincere woman, she decided to finish off her own life in tribute to the other Prisoners who had been leaving theirs unreasonably. Both the women spoke the same last words. Both of them were wishes. Alrick and Jonas decided that they would do anything to fulfill that.They set out to pay homage to their dead darlings with a rather inexplicable sense of determination. It wasn't long before they could finish it.Where life takes them there on seems like a shock! They felt it was enough being the reason for death, misery and tears. They set out to reverse the impacts of all they had done wrong. They wanted to transform the tears of sadness they caused to become tears of joy and laughter. The story ends with how they manage to accomplish this feat.
187 pages, Paperback
Published July 15, 2019
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July 20, 2019
Lights,camera, Auschwitz
A story that will enkindle a spark in your soul,the story outlines pictures of vivid imagery and creative imagination throughout,the writer at every stage of the story was able to bring out the various facets of the protagonist through his character description, you feel the emotions flow in every line,the artistic way of describing every character , and the setting was beyond one's imagination,one could feel being in the moment at every stage,you will see yourself as part of the settings and characters and your heart goes out to the prisoners,especially the description of the concentration camp,the guard gates and the gas chambers was amazing and picturistic,
one note worthy aspect is the way the author was able to insert the suspense elements and the characters at the right time,which adds flavour to the story, ,the twist and turn of the suspense gives the reader a sense of wanting for more,every character introduced at the right time was beautifully potrayed added value to the story,another notable feature is in the way the writer makes reference to certain specifics,elements and detailing that make up the whole picture,the story was truly a journey for me ,and the writer chose the right timeline, the world war to bring about the various faces of man,love,friendship,family,enemity suffering,cruelty,power,dominance,hatred,and peace.
The story takes you on a journey of a life time and makes you reflect on man's selfless acts especially genocides of the Nazi's on the Jew's .'What mam has made of man'?
In the end we are left with the thought that the author being only 14 years,could produce something so brilliant and out of the world in her very first book ,makes one feel the passion she has for writing and the depth of her words is unbelievable, every word seemed to have a soul in it.
A big thanks to the writer ' Sam Sahana' for this wonderful masterpiece of writing, awaiting your next book. Congratulations and wish you all sucess ,the world needs young writers as you to add new flavours to story writing-All the very best.
A story that will enkindle a spark in your soul,the story outlines pictures of vivid imagery and creative imagination throughout,the writer at every stage of the story was able to bring out the various facets of the protagonist through his character description, you feel the emotions flow in every line,the artistic way of describing every character , and the setting was beyond one's imagination,one could feel being in the moment at every stage,you will see yourself as part of the settings and characters and your heart goes out to the prisoners,especially the description of the concentration camp,the guard gates and the gas chambers was amazing and picturistic,
one note worthy aspect is the way the author was able to insert the suspense elements and the characters at the right time,which adds flavour to the story, ,the twist and turn of the suspense gives the reader a sense of wanting for more,every character introduced at the right time was beautifully potrayed added value to the story,another notable feature is in the way the writer makes reference to certain specifics,elements and detailing that make up the whole picture,the story was truly a journey for me ,and the writer chose the right timeline, the world war to bring about the various faces of man,love,friendship,family,enemity suffering,cruelty,power,dominance,hatred,and peace.
The story takes you on a journey of a life time and makes you reflect on man's selfless acts especially genocides of the Nazi's on the Jew's .'What mam has made of man'?
In the end we are left with the thought that the author being only 14 years,could produce something so brilliant and out of the world in her very first book ,makes one feel the passion she has for writing and the depth of her words is unbelievable, every word seemed to have a soul in it.
A big thanks to the writer ' Sam Sahana' for this wonderful masterpiece of writing, awaiting your next book. Congratulations and wish you all sucess ,the world needs young writers as you to add new flavours to story writing-All the very best.
July 17, 2019
Auschwitz, Gestapo, Gas Chamber, Concentration camp, Jews. These are words that I had not heard until I was in my mid 20s.
The author of this book is just 15 and has covered a subject that is far ahead of her age. At the age of 15, I was reading Hardy boys, Nancy Drew, Tin Tin, Tinkle, etc. If I say I am amazed, I am understating my feelings for this book.
The book covers every feeling that I would want a good book to cover, Love, Family drama, friendship, betrayal, etc. and all in the right proportion.
My best wishes to Sam Sahana and I am pretty confident that she is right on her way to be one of the best authors this country has ever produced.
Wish you good luck Sam.
The author of this book is just 15 and has covered a subject that is far ahead of her age. At the age of 15, I was reading Hardy boys, Nancy Drew, Tin Tin, Tinkle, etc. If I say I am amazed, I am understating my feelings for this book.
The book covers every feeling that I would want a good book to cover, Love, Family drama, friendship, betrayal, etc. and all in the right proportion.
My best wishes to Sam Sahana and I am pretty confident that she is right on her way to be one of the best authors this country has ever produced.
Wish you good luck Sam.
July 17, 2019
A book that captures the emotions that people felt during the war,Sam has written a masterpiece....as a reader you can certainly feel the heart and soul the author has spilt into the book. This story will make sure that you stay up for a night or two since it's so addicting and it's hard to keep it down,the subjects dealt with in the book will make it hard for you to believe that the book is written by a fifteen year old. This book marks the start of a bestselling author..I highly recommend the book for anyone who has a deep interest in stories about war. I wish Sam all the very best for her future endeavours!!!
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