Between Shades of Gray
by Ruta Sepetys
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys holds a highly rated rating of 4.36 out of 5, based on 87.7K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 344 pages.
About Between Shades of Gray
Lina is just like any other fifteen-year-old Lithuanian girl in 1941. She paints, she draws, she gets crushes on boys. Until one night when Soviet officers barge into her home, tearing her family from the comfortable life they've known. Separated from her father, forced onto a crowded and dirty train car, Lina, her mother, and her young brother slowly make their way north, crossing the Arctic Circle, to a work camp in the coldest reaches of Siberia. Here they are forced, under Stalin's orders, to dig for beets and fight for their lives under the cruelest of conditions.Lina finds solace in her art, meticulously—and at great risk—documenting events by drawing, hoping these messages will make their way to her father's prison camp to let him know they are still alive. It is a long and harrowing journey, spanning years and covering 6,500 miles, but it is through incredible strength, love, and hope that Lina ultimately survives. Between Shades of Gray is a novel that will steal your breath and capture your heart.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ruta Sepetys |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 344 |
| Kindle Price | $8.99 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.36 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 87,718 |
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What genre is Between Shades of Gray?
Between Shades of Gray is categorized as Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Between Shades of Gray worth reading?
Based on 87.7K reader ratings, Between Shades of Gray has an average score of 4.36 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Between Shades of Gray?
Between Shades of Gray has 344 pages.
Who wrote Between Shades of Gray?
Between Shades of Gray was written by Ruta Sepetys. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for Between Shades of Gray?
The ISBN-13 for Between Shades of Gray is 9780399254120.0.
How much does Between Shades of Gray cost on Kindle?
Between Shades of Gray is available on Kindle for $8.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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