Just finished this. I listened to it. It is an amazing story but it is so brutal. I think it made me irritable and upset during the time I was listening to it. It was just so hard to hear of all the things that went on during WWII in the Japan prisoner of war camps. Great redemption at the end. I guess you needed all the brutality told so you could really see the depth of forgiveness.
I don't know that I can recommend it. I think it is better to go to you tube and watch Louis Zamerini talk or google him and read an article. He did lead an amazing life and Laura Hillenbrand lays it out very well but too much detail for me.
Yes, it was a difficult and powerful read. I was most amazed at what the human body and spirit can survive. Absolutely amazed. I can see why it might make you feel upset while reading it.
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