Willkommen in Vienna 1934, where the future holds such promise for Emma and her friends. In the tumultuous time that follows, their world is torn apart by the rise of Nazism, six years of war, and their aftermath. Amidst a wide cast of characters, Emma must find a way to come to terms with grief and her country’s betrayal; Sophie returns from her American refuge in search of her lost history, while Friedrich struggles with secrets that will throw all their lives into turmoil again. This story of loss and resilience is: “A standout among the many novels set in this world-changing era.” Kirkus Review, A STARRED Review