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Kathy Kacer’s second book in her middle grade series about heroic rescues during WWII tells the tale of siblings Helen and Henry, and history’s most famous mime. Desperate to save them from the Nazis, Henry and Helen’s mother makes the harrowing decision to take her children from their home in 1940s Germany and leave them in the care of strangers in France. The brother and sister must hide their Jewish identity to pass for orphans being fostered at a convent in the foreign land. Visits from a local mime become the children’s one source of joy, especially for Henry, whose traumatic experience has left him a selective mute. When an informer gives them up, the children are forced to flee yet again from the Nazis, but this time the local mime―a not yet famous Marcel Marceau―risks everything to try to save the children.

Masters of Silence shows award-winning author Kathy Kacer at the top of her craft, bringing to light the little-known story of Marceau’s heroic work for the French Resistance. Marceau would go on to save hundreds of children from Nazi concentration camps and death during WWII. In characteristic Kacer style, Masters of Silence is dramatic and engaging, and highlights the courage of both those rescuing and the rescued themselves. Wenting Li’s chapter heading illustrations and evocative covers provide the perfect visuals for the series.

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Kathy Kacer is the author of more than twenty books for young readers. A winner of the Silver Birch, Red Maple, and Jewish Book Awards in Canada and the U.S., Kathy has written unforgettable stories inspired by real events. Her books have been translated around the world.
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“A harrowing, gut-wrenching tale and a heartfelt homage to a quiet hero.” —Kirkus Reviews, 12/16/18

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“This well-crafted novel with its compelling, sympathetic characters is an excellent addition to most school and public library historical fiction collections.” —School Library Journal, 02/19

(Ashley Larsen School Library Journal)

“Spare yet compelling writing effectively captures a child’s point of view in a terrifying time.”  —CM Reviews, 03/01/19

(Wendy Phillips CM Reviews)

“This is a wonderful tale of the resilience of Jewish children during a dark time in history.  It also shows the power of silent communication.” —School Library Connection, 05/19

(Laura McConnell School Library Connection)

“Those who love historical fiction should find this perspective enjoyable.” —Booklist, 02/15/19

(Karen Cruze Booklist)

“This book should be included in every school library. It’s sad to read but still it should be read and discussed. It’s full of strength and hope when darkness was all consuming.” —My Book Abyss, 03/24/19

(My Book Abyss)

“Another excellent novel by Kathy Kacer, one that informs readers of another important yet relatively unknown WWII hero.” —The Children’s War, 04/05/19

(The Children’s War)

“Deft­ly blends fact and fic­tion, result­ing in an engag­ing sto­ry which will appre­ci­at­ed by chil­dren, par­ents, and educators.” —Jewish Book Council, 07/22/19

(Michal Hoschan­der Malen Jewish Book Council)

“Kacer is a master of plot and emotion.” —American Jewish Library News & Reviews, 09/19

(Barbara Krasner American Jewish Library News & Reviews)

“In the direct, clear style that she is known for Kathy Kacer creates a tense, believable story . . . the reader is held hostage to the end . . . This book is a tribute to [Marcel Marceau’s] work and a worthy addition to any collection that is built to educate young people about the Holocaust.” —Resource Links, 10/19

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  • PublisherAnnick Press
  • Publication date2019
  • ISBN 10 1773212613
  • ISBN 13 9781773212616
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  • Number of pages272
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