In the 1950s, baby boomer Donna Solecka Urbikas grew up in the American Midwest yearning for a normal American family. But her Polish-born mother and half sister had endured hunger, disease, and desperate escape from slave labour in Siberia. In this unforgettable memoir, Donna recounts her family history and her own survivor's story.
The memoir explores the harrowing experiences of a Polish mother and her half-sister, who endured the brutal realities of being slave laborers in Siberia. Their escape and survival highlight a profound legacy of trauma that impacts the author's life as a baby boomer in America. Through personal reflections, the narrative delves into themes of resilience, familial bonds, and the lasting effects of historical atrocities on future generations.