I like reading history and this did not disappoint. some criticism was that it wasn't all about 1944. but in this instance I think its hard to stay in that one year without knowing the history that ran up to it. Giving us all that gives you more perspective I think. Much of it was sad -- to think the US (and other countries to be fair) could have done much more to aid a whole group of people. I guess I just don't understand anti-semitism and why it's there. This was a good eye opening book. It got a little repetitive at the end, but still very good. While i would recommend this to read, i would think it would be hard for a book club because its so long and maybe not for everyone