| Author/Contributor(s): | Sepetys, Ruta |
| Publisher: | Philomel Books |
| Date: | 10/20/2026 |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
| Condition: | NEW |
#1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Carnegie Medal!
"A superlative novel . . . masterfully crafted." —The Wall Street Journal
Based on "the forgotten tragedy that was six times deadlier than the Titanic." —TIME magazine
Winter 1945.
WWII.
Four refugees.
Four stories.
Each one born of a different homeland; each one hunted, and haunted, by tragedy, lies, war. As thousands desperately flock to the coast in the midst of a Soviet advance, four paths converge, vying for passage aboard the Wilhelm Gustloff, a ship that promises safety and freedom. But not all promises can be kept . . .
Experience this stunning masterpiece by powerhouse author Ruta Sepetys like never before in this gorgeous collector’s edition. Turn these pages for interviews with Wilhelm Gustloff survivors and experts, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive images and insights from Ruta herself. Find out why this searing World War II story has captivated readers for years—and why Sepetys has become known as a true master of hidden history.