This is a fascinating tale of wartime Poland (WWII). Great descriptions of Polish culture and the heroic actions of several member of the Resistance, focusing on the zookeeper's family in Warsaw.

This book will make you want to travel to Poland. And if you happen to be Polish by heritage, this really is a must read.

Given the time period, there are atrocities described within the pages. Ackerman does not sugarcoat, but neither does she dwell on these (as Wiesel does in "Night"). Don't let the subject matter put you off.