A Small Person Far Away by Judith Kerr

This book is the conclusion of the trilogy (When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit and Bombs on Aunt Dainty). It is quite different from the other two books in the trilogy and in my opinion, not nearly as good. Firstly, Anna is now an adult, recently married and is living a well-established life in England. Secondly, the entire book only covers approximately a two-week period. Anna’s father died some years before and when Anna receives a call that her mother is seriously ill, she returns to Berlin to be with her.

I was hoping that when Anna returned to Berlin, the book would detail some of the changes Anna witnessed since she left as a child. Whilst the book does make some small references, it is not in great detail, which I found a little disappointing. I also felt that this book does not work as a story for teenagers (13 years plus). Whilst the style of writing is fairly simplistic, I do not think that the topics therein would entice a teenager to read this book. Without giving away any spoilers, a large part of the book also covers a serious mental health topic.

Whilst I am glad that I have read the book to conclude the trilogy, it is my least favourite of the three.

Bewitched by Books Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️