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Book Title
Acts of Resistance: a Novel
Publication Name
Acts of Resistance: A Novel
Title
Acts of Resistance: A Novel
Author
Dominic Carrillo
Format
Trade Paperback
EAN
9781595801197
ISBN
9781595801197
Publisher
Santa Monica Press
Genre
Young Adult Fiction
Topic
Historical / Holocaust
Release Date
04/05/2023
Release Year
2023
Language
English
Country/Region of Manufacture
US
Item Height
0.5in
Item Length
8in
Intended Audience
Young Adults
Publication Year
2023
Item Width
5in
Item Weight
8.5 Oz
Number of Pages
224 Pages

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Between 1943 and 1944, nearly 50,000 Bulgarian Jews were rescued from the Holocaust, including thousands who had already been rounded up and put on trains bound for death camps in Poland. Dominic Carrillo's suspenseful novel Acts of Resistance is based on the true story of this incredibly heroic effort by the citizens of Bulgaria. In Carrillo's powerful account, he skillfully weaves together a thrilling tale told by three alternating teenage narrators: Misho, Peter, and Lily. Misho, an 18-year-old Jewish boy, is a prominent archbishop's driver, hiding his identity while helping his boss directly challenge the Bulgarian government's pro-Nazi policies. Peter, 17, is determined to save his Jewish neighbors by confronting parliament members in the capital, then taking up arms to fight with a partisan rebel communist group. Lily, 19, works for the collaborationist government office in charge of evicting and deporting Jews to concentration camps. When she witnesses the evil results of her desk job, Lily becomes a spy who leaks information to Jewish community leaders in order to prevent further atrocities. As the characters' lives become more endangered and their unsung roles in saving Jewish citizens are revealed, the reader is treated to a tension-filled adventure surrounding one of the greatest unknown acts of heroism associated with the Holocaust. Acts of Resistance will have you on the edge of your seat as Misho, Peter, and Lily face and overcome extremely perilous situations, ultimately triumphing as they each help to lead the people of Bulgaria to rise up against the Nazis and save their nearly 50,000-strong Jewish population from extinction.

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Santa Monica Press
ISBN-10
1595801197
ISBN-13
9781595801197
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Book Title
Acts of Resistance: a Novel
Author
Dominic Carrillo
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Historical / Holocaust
Intended Audience
Young Adults
Publication Year
2023
Genre
Young Adult Fiction
Number of Pages
224 Pages

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Item Length
8in
Item Height
0.5in
Item Width
5in
Item Weight
8.5 Oz

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" Acts of Resistance is a tribute not only to those who lived through the Holocaust, and to young people brave enough to resist unjust regimes everywhere, but also to the power of fiction to combine research and imagination into work at once fiercely humane and important. 50,000 human lives were saved by Bulgarian citizens, and Dominic Carrillo lets us imagine--through his thoughtfully rendered teenage narrators--what an individual life means, and how much each one matters." --Rachel DeWoskin, author of National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Award-Winning, Someday We Will Fly " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: ''Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?'' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding ''yes'' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective." -- Kirkus Reviews "The novel is a page-turner, each day fraught with suspense and danger. The book is exciting, inspiring and smart." --Jewish News Syndicate "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality''s Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it''s a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead "Fast-moving, suspenseful, and possibly the makings of a good movie." -- San Diego Jewish World "Carrillo''s fictionalized characters give readers a sense of the individuals behind the documents. Most compelling to teen readers is Peter, whose idealism and loyalty to his friend draws him into an assassination plot even though he cannot bring himself to kill another person. Acts of Resistance is a quick read that shines light on a little-known and highly successful attempt in a small, little-known country to protect its people, its dignity, its independence, and its way of life against the powerful Nazi regime." -- Historical Novel Society, "Acts of Resistance is a tribute not only to those who lived through the Holocaust, and to young people brave enough to resist unjust regimes everywhere, but also to the power of fiction to combine research and imagination into work at once fiercely humane and important. 50,000 human lives were saved by Bulgarian citizens, and Dominic Carrillo lets us imagine--through his thoughtfully rendered teenage narrators--what an individual life means, and how much each one matters." --Rachel DeWoskin, author of National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Award-Winning, Someday We Will Fly " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: ''Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?'' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding ''yes'' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective." -- Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality''s Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it''s a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead "Fast-moving, suspenseful, and possibly the makings of a good movie." -- San Diego Jewish World, " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective for the target audience." --Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg, " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective for the target audience." --Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it's a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead, "Acts of Resistance is a tribute not only to those who lived through the Holocaust, and to young people brave enough to resist unjust regimes everywhere, but also to the power of fiction to combine research and imagination into work at once fiercely humane and important. 50,000 human lives were saved by Bulgarian citizens, and Dominic Carrillo lets us imagine--through his thoughtfully rendered teenage narrators--what an individual life means, and how much each one matters." --Rachel DeWoskin, author of National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Award-Winning, Someday We Will Fly " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective for the target audience." --Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it's a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead, "Acts of Resistance is a tribute not only to those who lived through the Holocaust, and to young people brave enough to resist unjust regimes everywhere, but also to the power of fiction to combine research and imagination into work at once fiercely humane and important. 50,000 human lives were saved by Bulgarian citizens, and Dominic Carrillo lets us imagine--through his thoughtfully rendered teenage narrators--what an individual life means, and how much each one matters." --Rachel DeWoskin, author of National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Award-Winning, Someday We Will Fly " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective." -- Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it's a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead, " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia, " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg, " Acts of Resistance is a tribute not only to those who lived through the Holocaust, and to young people brave enough to resist unjust regimes everywhere, but also to the power of fiction to combine research and imagination into work at once fiercely humane and important. 50,000 human lives were saved by Bulgarian citizens, and Dominic Carrillo lets us imagine--through his thoughtfully rendered teenage narrators--what an individual life means, and how much each one matters." --Rachel DeWoskin, author of National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Award-Winning, Someday We Will Fly " Acts of Resistance explores the timeless question we all ponder but are rarely able to answer: 'Would I be willing to sacrifice my life to save another?' With its masterful storytelling, sincerity, and suspense, any reader--young or old--will feel inspired to answer this question with a resounding 'yes' upon finishing the last page." --Scott Stambach, author of The Invisible Life of Ivan Isaenko "The diary entry format adds suspense, and the focus on young adult protagonists is effective." -- Kirkus Reviews "Bulgaria, 1943. In the face of evil, the question is: What will you do? In this thrilling historical novel, Dominic Carrillo examines the action of a number of characters, ranging from an Archbishop to a secretary, from a young Jew to a young non-Jew. This novel is about the high-stakes of personal responsibility and trying to overcome fear. It is informed by a deep sense of Bulgarian history during the Second World War, but marked, too, by a keen eye toward our own time." --George Cotkin, author of Morality's Muddy Waters "Dominic Carrillo deftly blends history with believable characters, while fearlessly questioning the moral sense of right and wrong." --Shih-Ju Lin, Librarian, NOVA International Schools, Skopje Macedonia "I thoroughly enjoyed Acts of Resistance . Carrillo has a way of bringing different young adult perspectives into a story and making sense of those perspectives. The work blends different points of views from three main characters into a cohesive and compelling story, and one which will resonate with readers. Many readers of historical fiction will find the story to be refreshing in that it brings to light a little known chapter of eastern Europe and World War II. Readers of Skrypuch and Alan Gratz will especially enjoy the narrative and story that Carrillo brings. This is a strong addition to a historical fiction collection and highly recommended." --John Kurtenbach, Librarian, American International School of Johannesburg "Dominic Carillo has created a timeless story about a moment in history where the triumph of the human spirit soars despite the obstacles. Acts of Resistance is proof that good prevails over evil; it's a reminder that a book can change the way you see the world. In a word: remarkable." --Azul Terronez, CEO & Co-Founder of Authors Who Lead "Fast-moving, suspenseful, and possibly the makings of a good movie." -- San Diego Jewish World "Carrillo's fictionalized characters give readers a sense of the individuals behind the documents. Most compelling to teen readers is Peter, whose idealism and loyalty to his friend draws him into an assassination plot even though he cannot bring himself to kill another person. Acts of Resistance is a quick read that shines light on a little-known and highly successful attempt in a small, little-known country to protect its people, its dignity, its independence, and its way of life against the powerful Nazi regime." -- Historical Novel Society
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Young Adult Audience
Dewey Decimal
823.92
Dewey Edition
23

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