Ruta Sepetys
Hi Nathan!
Yes, the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff is the single largest maritime disaster in history - with a death toll much larger than the Titanic - but not many people know about it. You can find more info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MV_Wilh...
Yes, the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff is the single largest maritime disaster in history - with a death toll much larger than the Titanic - but not many people know about it. You can find more info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MV_Wilh...
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Natalie
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Ruta Sepetys:
A friend of mine recommended Salt to the Sea, and it has been my favorite read of the year thus far. My question is, how much time and what sort of research process goes into writing a book like Salt to the Sea? As a descendant of Eastern European Jews, who mostly perished during WWII, I find it difficult to find accurate information about that region and time period. Thank you for an exquisitely crafted novel!
Cailin
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Ruta Sepetys:
Hi Ruta! I'm a huge fan of your books and can't wait to read SALT TO THE SEA (I plan on reading all your novels). BETWEEN SHADES OF GRAY is my favorite. When you are researching for a book, does anything you discover surprise you or change you? I guess I mean does researching for fictional characters impact you? I would assume traveling abroad and meeting people with different pasts would be eye-opening. Thank you!
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