Summer of My German Soldier

By: Bette Greene

Narrated by: Dale Dickey

The summer that Patty Bergen turns twelve is a summer that will haunt her forever. When her small hometown in Arkansas becomes the site of a camp housing German prisoners during World War II, Patty learns what it means to open her heart. Even though she’s Jewish, she begins to see a prison escapee, Anton, not as a Nazi, but as a lonely, frightened young man. As their gentle friendship blossoms, Patty experiences a kind of love she never felt from her abusive father or her distant mother.

Soon Patty must weigh the cost of harboring a Nazi prisoner - the possibility of losing family, friends, and even her freedom - against the beauty of this dangerous but unforgettable friendship.

Based on the author’s own painful experiences growing up in Arkansas during World War II, this poignant novel is an ALA Notable Book, a National Book Award finalist, one of the New York Times Outstanding Books of the Year, and the winner of the Golden Kite Award.

©1973 Bette Greene (P)1995 Recorded Books, LLC

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I enjoyed everything, there was great use of voice. Made my reading much more simple.

Perfectly performed

I about passed out when they told her Anton got shot ! I kept having to remind myself that she was only 12! I related to this story in so many ways! I loved it ! Will be watching the movie now .

Didn't want it to end

Good narration, interesting story, real characters. Story of the innocence of a child and how prejudice is taught. Occasionally a child can escape and learn about love and respect from strangers.

Fantastic story and narration

What can I say? An important, compelling, human story beautifully narrated. This is an audiobook I stayed up at night to listen to and couldn't stop thinking about afterward. This novel is so underrated! A listen you won't regret.

Deeply touching.

An amazing story of humanity surviving in the face of hatred. Touching and provocative. And sad.