This is a very honest account of being Jewish, in Poland in during the Nazi occupation.

This makes it very tough reading. Through Renee’s narrative we can feel the bewilderment, her confusion and the disgust at how the general populace appeared to turn the other way.
Do Not Cry When I die is also about redemption, and possibly forgiveness. Finally, Renee comes to terms with her past and uses her experiences to teach other people, new generations born since the war, the truth about what happened.

It makes unusual reading as there is a co-writer so suddenly the narrative will go from first person to third person, as the co-writer comes in to give you a background. This adds to the atmosphere though as it feels that Renee is telling you directly what she remembers, and the third person narrative is giving you a background flavour. Just like you are in the room with them.
This is a memoir that stays with you long after you have finished it.

How about crying the whole time I was reading this??!! Anyone else? This book is heartbreaking, profound and perfection. I will definitely be recommending this book to everyone!!

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by NetGalley

I appreciated the author sharing their story in a dark time, it really made you think about what was going on in the Holocaust. It was written well and appreciated the story being told.