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Hi Ruta! I loved Between Shades of Gray so much; it was so amazing and moving. I wanted to ask what inspired you to write historical fiction such as this? Thanks!
Ruta Sepetys
Hello Rae!
I'm so happy that you loved "Between Shades of Gray!"
What inspired me to write the story was that much of the world is not aware that Stalin deported so many people to Siberia. I wanted to write the book to create an awareness and also give voice to the people who never had a chance to tell their story.
I'm so happy that you loved "Between Shades of Gray!"
What inspired me to write the story was that much of the world is not aware that Stalin deported so many people to Siberia. I wanted to write the book to create an awareness and also give voice to the people who never had a chance to tell their story.
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