Salt to the Sea

All the Light We Cannot See

Anthony Doerr

A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths cross during World War II. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it explores individual stories against the backdrop of a massive historical conflict. The book delves into themes of human connection, survival, and the impact of war on ordinary lives. Doerr's lyrical prose and intricate storytelling create a deeply moving narrative.

Between Shades of Gray

Ruta Sepetys

Another powerful historical novel by Sepetys that explores the Soviet deportation of Lithuanians during World War II. It follows a young girl's harrowing journey of survival and resilience in Siberian labor camps. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it reveals a lesser-known tragedy of World War II through a deeply personal narrative. The book offers a poignant look at human endurance during one of history's darkest periods.

The Book Thief

Markus Zusak

Set in Nazi Germany, this novel tells the story of a young girl who finds solace in books during the Holocaust. It shares 'Salt to the Sea's' themes of survival, hope, and human resilience during World War II. The narrative provides a unique perspective on war's impact on ordinary people. Zusak's powerful storytelling and emotional depth make this a compelling historical fiction.

Unbroken

Laura Hillenbrand

A true story of survival, resilience, and redemption during World War II. Following the life of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner turned airman, the book shares 'Salt to the Sea's' themes of human endurance. It provides a gripping account of survival against incredible odds. Hillenbrand's meticulous research and compelling narrative make this a powerful historical account.

City of Thieves

David Benioff

A novel set during the Siege of Leningrad, following two young men on an impossible mission. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it offers a gripping story of survival during World War II. The book combines dark humor with intense drama, exploring themes of friendship and resilience. Benioff's compelling narrative provides a unique perspective on wartime experiences.

The Nightingale

Kristin Hannah

A powerful story of two sisters in France during World War II, fighting their own battles of resistance and survival. Similar to 'Salt to the Sea', it focuses on personal stories of courage and resilience during wartime. The novel explores the often-overlooked roles of women during the conflict. Hannah's emotional storytelling brings to light the hidden heroism of ordinary people.

Suite Française

Irène Némirovsky

A novel written during World War II, offering a unique perspective on the German occupation of France. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it provides an intimate look at individual experiences during a massive historical event. The book was written as the events were unfolding, adding a layer of immediacy to the narrative. Némirovsky's powerful writing captures the human drama of war.

The Invisible Bridge

Julie Orringer

A sweeping novel about Hungarian Jews during World War II, following a young architecture student. Similar to 'Salt to the Sea', it explores personal stories against the backdrop of historical events. The book delves into themes of love, survival, and resilience. Orringer's rich prose brings the characters' experiences to life.

Code Name Verity

Elizabeth Wein

A gripping historical fiction about two young women in World War II, one a pilot and the other a spy. The novel shares 'Salt to the Sea's' themes of friendship, survival, and courage in the face of extreme adversity. It offers a unique perspective on women's roles during the war. Wein's intricate plot and emotional depth make this a compelling read.

The Zookeeper's Wife

Diane Ackerman

A true story of a Polish couple who saved hundreds of Jews during the Holocaust by hiding them in their zoo. Similar to 'Salt to the Sea', it reveals a lesser-known story of heroism during World War II. The book explores themes of courage, compassion, and resistance. Ackerman's detailed research brings this remarkable story to life.

Stones from the River

Ursula Hegi

A novel set in Germany during World War II, following a dwarf who becomes an unlikely observer of the Nazi regime. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it provides a unique perspective on historical events. The book explores themes of identity, survival, and human resilience. Hegi's powerful storytelling offers a deeply personal look at a tumultuous period.

The Kommandant's Girl

Pam Jenoff

A novel about a young Jewish woman working as a resistance fighter in Nazi-occupied Poland. Similar to 'Salt to the Sea', it explores themes of survival, resistance, and moral complexity during World War II. The book offers a tense and emotional narrative of personal courage. Jenoff's storytelling provides a gripping look at individual experiences during the war.

The Storyteller

Jodi Picoult

A novel that intertwines the Holocaust's legacy with a contemporary story of guilt, forgiveness, and redemption. Like 'Salt to the Sea', it explores the human impact of World War II. The book delves into complex moral questions and the long-lasting effects of historical trauma. Picoult's nuanced storytelling provides a deeply emotional exploration of war's consequences.

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Mary Ann Shaffer

A novel about the German occupation of Guernsey during World War II, told through letters. It shares 'Salt to the Sea's' focus on personal stories during wartime. The book explores themes of resilience, community, and hope in the face of oppression. Shaffer's unique narrative style offers a touching and sometimes humorous look at survival.