All the Broken Places: A Novel

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“You can’t prepare yourself for the magnitude and emotional impact of this powerful novel.” —John Irving

From New York Times bestselling author John Boyne comes a compelling historical fiction novel, All the Broken Places, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the enduring impact of World War II.

Ninety-one-year-old Gretel Fernsby resides in a luxurious London mansion, concealing a dark past tied to Nazi Germany. Her father’s role as a notorious concentration camp commandant haunts her, despite decades of silence.

The arrival of a new family downstairs disrupts Gretel’s secluded life. She forms an unexpected bond with young Henry, rekindling memories she’d rather forget. Witnessing a violent dispute between Henry’s parents forces Gretel to confront her past choices.

Spanning from wartime Germany to present-day London, Boyne’s narrative delves into Gretel’s struggle with guilt and the possibility of redemption. Faced with protecting Henry, she must decide whether to reveal long-buried secrets, understanding that bravery knows no age.

All the Broken Places is a poignant tale of confronting one’s history and the transformative power of courage.

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