My Review:

I found this to be a very interesting story set in a dual timeline, with layer upon layer of pain. It’s told from the perspectives of Rosalie and Stefan. At Auschwitz she has a level of power of his life.
Not a power she relishes in but uses to prolong his life and help hide an ailment that would see him instantly killed. How long can she keep this up and how long can he fight to stay alive.
There’s a large emphasis on her love for her parents and time.
It’s heartbreaking, painful and set in chance. A recommended read.

Shari J. Ryan

Shari J. Ryan is a USA Today Bestselling Historical Fiction writer. Her desire to write stories revolving Jewish livelihood during World War II stems from being a descendant of two Holocaust survivors. After the passing of Shari’s grandmother, she pursued an active interest in learning more about the inherited stories she yearned to understand better.

Shortly after earning a bachelors degree from Johnson & Wales University, Shari began her career as a graphic artist and freelance writer. She then found her passion for writing books in 2012. In 2016, Shari began writing her first Historical Fiction novel, Last Words , a story about a lifelong journey through the eyes of a Holocaust survivor, and Shari quickly found a new passion to share untold World War II stories within a fictional setting. In 2023 she also began exploring her first foray into the world of gripping, twisty psychological thrillers.

Shari is a lifelong New England girl who lives to make people laugh. She is happily married with two wonderful sons and a spunky Australian Shepard, who fits right in with the family.

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The Girl with the List

Shari J. Ryan

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Auschwitz, 1944. Rosalie lifts her eyes from her list to the next prisoner in line—and her heart stops in shock. The man she loves stoops in front of her. Tears spring to her eyes, but she must pretend she doesn’t know him. It’s the only thing that might keep him alive…

Day in, day out, servant Rosalie is forced to aid in the harrowing medical selections at Auschwitz, marking prisoners as “fit” or “unfit” with trembling hands. She once thought “unfit” meant they’d get the help they needed. Now she knows the devastating truth: “Fit” means they live another day, “unfit” means they don’t…

Every day, her heart breaks further as she hopelessly scans the crowds for the face of the man she loves, torn from her a year ago simply for being Jewish. Praying that he’s still alive, Rosalie desperately tries to save as many other men as she can—risking everything by marking them as fit and hoping her act of rebellion isn’t noticed.

Then one icy morning, she looks up from her list into the stunning green eyes of the man in her line—the man her heart beats for. And now the real fight begins, as Rosalie risks her life to save Stefan’s again and again. But then one morning, Stefan isn’t there. Rosalie frantically searches for him, blood turning to ice. He’s gone. But how far will she go to find him? And can he stay alive without her until she does…?

A beautifully told, heart-wrenching yet hopeful World War Two page-turner which demonstrates the power of love in triumphing over evil. Perfect for fans of The Midwife of Auschwitz, The Choice and The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

Readers are loving The Girl with the List:

“6 STAR READ… Phenomenal… I cried… Incredibly beautiful… Heartbreaking… I absolutely loved it… A must-read!!… One you won’t be able to put down.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“5 STARS!… Incredible… Pulls you in with its raw emotion… Genuinely broke my heart… Reminds you why historical fiction matters… Unforgettable, devastating… A must-read.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“God this book tore my heart out!!… So heartbreaking… Beautiful… So stunning… Very inspiring!… Beautifully written.” Megsbookden, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Your heart will be aching, and your pulse will be racing… Heart-grabbing… One of the best love stories ever written.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Omg this book broke my heart to pieces… Amongst it all it was glimmers of hope. I highly recommend this book, just have your tissues ready.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Broke my heart… Emotional… Will stay with me for a long time… Truly inspiring… One I will remember forever… Powerful… A book that must be read.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Oh my golly this book tore my little heart to pieces.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Beautiful… I cannot recommend this heartbreaking – but at the same time heartwarming – novel strongly enough.” christiannovelreview, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Moving, powerful and beautifully written… made me want to keep turning the pages… Atmospheric, raw… Important.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Powerful… I read [it] in just one sitting.” christianbookaholic, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Heartbreaking… Kept me reading nonstop… Great… Highly recommend.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Truly amazing… Moving… Heartbreaking… Impeccable.’ Readers Haven, ⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Heart-wrenching and beautiful… Amazing… Made me cry.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Get your tissues ready… Heartbreaking.” romancebookexplosion, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• ISBN: 9781805506218Publication Date: 05 March 2026