Warmerdam recounts her experiences as child in the Netherlands during the Second World War. She relates how her Christian parents provided refuge to over 200 Jews in their home, at great risk to their family. Warmerdam{u2019}s recollection is also a coming of age story, of a young girl losing her innocence while grappling with the effects of war. Warmerdam{u2019}s memoir is rich in detail, told with a childlike honesty that reflects her age during the war. Its chronological and thematic organization, alongside its simple writing style, make this book easy to read and suitable for a young audience as well as adults. Considering the book{u2019}s mature subject matter, this memoir could serve as an excellent educational tool for students of history aged 13 and above.