Waltraud: A True Story of Growing Up in Nazi Germany

Nazi Germany is a nation ruled by fear, where survival means silence. Waltraud’s true story proves courage speaks louder than fear, but at what cost? When Waltraud’s beloved father is forced into Hitler’s army, her family is torn apart. Thrust from the innocence of youth into a war-torn land where loyalty is demanded and dissent is deadly, she longs for the life she once knew and the father she may never see again. When she stumbles across a treasonous secret, Waltraud faces an impossible choice: betray her country or those she loves. Ultimately, war doesn’t take sides. It just takes. And Waltraud struggles to cope with all she’s lost. But a young man scarred by his own past offers hope for a better future. To secure it, she must cross forbidden borders where she comes face to face with an enemy even more terrifying than the Nazis. Can Waltraud leave her haunting past behind and take hold of the life she’s dreamed of, or will she lose everything trying? Waltraud: A True Story of Growing Up in Nazi Germany is a sweeping family saga that pulls back the curtain on what life was like before, during, and after World War II from a German perspective. Inspired by real-life experiences of the author’s mother, this unforgettable novel is more than fiction–it’s a powerful tribute to quiet resistance, unbreakable love, and the strength to endure. You’ll capture a rare glimpse into the rise and fall of the Third Reich’s Nazi regime and Waltraud’s courageous journey to follow her heart no matter the cost. If you love inspiring true stories of love, loss, strength, and the resilience of the human spirit, don’t miss this unforgettable read. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Author, Tammy Borden, grew up hearing her mother’s first-hand accounts of coming of age during World War II under Hitler’s regime, even joining her on several trips to Germany to stroll the cobblestone streets where recollections were shared in their actual settings. Through the years, she recorded Waltraud’s stories, fully intent on writing a WW2 historical fiction novel based on a true story. She’s now woven her mother’s real-life stories of resistance and resolve into an eye-opening and deeply moving narrative.