The Forest of Vanishing Stars: A Novel

Parade "Best Books of Summer" pick * Real Simple pick * She Reads "Best WWII Fiction of Summer 2021" pick

The New York Times bestselling author of the "heart-stopping tale of survival and heroism" (People) The Book of Lost Names returns with an evocative coming-of-age World War II story about a young woman who uses her knowledge of the wilderness t...show more

ADD TO MY SHELVES

Recommend book

BUY THE BOOK

416 pages

Average rating: 8.05

167 RATINGS

10 REVIEWS

Community Reviews

Write a review...

frannie-puckett

Mar 17, 2024

10/10 stars

Definitely drew me in, and I learned something new about WW2.

JHSiess

Feb 03, 2024

10/10 stars

The Forest of Vanishing Stars is an engrossing fictional account of a young woman who helps Jews live in the forest during World War II to escape apprehension. Although none of her characters are based on real people, the story was inspired by actual events and the experiences of survivors. Thousands of Jews built self-sufficient communities that existed hidden away until the war ended and it was safe to emerge.

In author Kristin Harmel's story, a...read more

sbosely

Jan 25, 2024

8/10 stars

I loved this book! Having read so many WWII historical fiction books, it was fascinating to learn about those people who survived by hiding in the forest. Definitely recommend!

Kathy B

Apr 23, 2023

10/10 stars

Highly recommend.

itsmetheresac

Mar 30, 2023

10/10 stars

Love love loved. A WWII historical like no other.