Do you think resilience was a theme in this book?

I think the characters had to have resilience.

Resilience is definitely a theme in the book and can be seen in the lives of several of the characters, most especially in Rosie who seemed to find a way to pick herself up and continue on, despite experiencing a series of terrible events within a few short years. Her ability to dig deep and move on was impressive.

I was taken by surprise at the number of events in Helen’s life, especially during the war when Brigitta was taken away by the Germans to a “safe” place. Helen could have done nothing after learning of Brigitta’s outcome. Instead, she channeled her energy into speaking up and out about eugenics, in educating others and in writing a book in the hope that these harmful events are never repeated.

Resilience was a dominant theme throughout the book, seen especially through the character of Rosie. Rosie was a child who experienced the trauma of losing her family, being mistreated by her guardians, virtually held prisoner in the "hospital," and subjected to other injustices. The theme is skillfully paralleled by the injustices inflicted in Nazi Germany where survival required constant resilience.

Yes, resilience was a strong theme in this story, for Rosie, Helen, and Amaryllis. They were all survivors.

Of course. Rosie, Helen and Amaryllis accepted their fate and tried their best to overcome its effects on their lives. Mostly successfully.

Absolutely resilience was a major theme as demonstrated by Rosie, Helen and Amaryllis. All three had to accept what they could not change and stand up for their beliefs. I admired Rosie as she could have been so beaten down that she gave up on herself, but she picked herself up and made her way as best she could.

Absolutely! There were numerous instances where Rosie in particular had to be incredibly strong in the face of intense adversity. I was so impressed with her ability and steadfast determination to keep going and not be beaten down.

Yes resilience was a major theme in this book especially for Rosie, Helen, and Amaryllis. All three overcame adversity.

I have to agree with everyone; resilience was clearly a theme in the book. The characters had to have resilience to go on living. They all faced hardships and problems.

I definitely believe resilience is a theme in this book. Rosie, Helen, and Amaryllis displayed this. Through their strength in the face of adversity, they were able to transcend difficulties that might have defeated them. I personally admire the quality of resilience and think it is sometimes overlooked in our society. We need it even when not faced with trauma and pain.