Bette Greene

1 summaryChildren's, Historical Fiction, Young Adult

Bette Greene was an American author best known for her poignant young adult novel, "Summer of My German Soldier." Published in 1973, the book explored themes of prejudice and friendship during World War II and earned critical acclaim. Greene's writing often delved into complex social issues with sensitivity and depth.

Books by Bette Greene

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Summer of My German Soldier
Bette Greene
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In a small Arkansas town during WWII, a lonely Jewish girl finds an unexpected friend in a German prisoner of war, risking everything for a forbidden connection that grows amidst prejudice and misunderstanding.