Ruta Sepetys
Hi Maya!
Inspiration for my books generally comes from hidden or underrepresented parts of history. I'll become aware of the ideas through news articles, journals, or readers who suggest an idea to me.
Inspiration for my books generally comes from hidden or underrepresented parts of history. I'll become aware of the ideas through news articles, journals, or readers who suggest an idea to me.
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Leslie
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Ruta Sepetys:
Good morning! History and historical fiction are two of my favorite genres. I thoroughly enjoyed reading "Between Shades of Gray". This was actually new information to me. I am looking forward to reading your other books. How did you become interested in World War II? Do you have a personal connection to it? I enjoy reading about WWII as my Dad and his 3 brothers served overseas at the same time.
Olya Coffin
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Ruta Sepetys:
I loved Out of the Easy but it was hard for me to read Between Shades of Grey and especially Salt to the Sea because... I am Russian. As much as I hate the committed atrocities, I remain patriotic and wish you depicted the great sufferings the Russian nation had to endure during the war. No one likes to be a bad guy. Is this something you might consider for a book in the future? Thank you, Olya Coffin
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