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Catherine's War Paperback – Illustrated, January 21, 2020

by Julia Billet (Author), Claire Fauvel (Illustrator), Ivanka Hahnenberger (Translator)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 91 ratings
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“A shining story of a young girl who struggles to come of age and find her place in a world fraught with danger.” —Susan Campbell Bartoletti, Newbery Honor-winning author of Hitler Youth

* Winner of the Youth Prize at the Angoulême International Comics Festival (voted by readers) * Winner of the Artémisia Prize for Historical Fiction * Winner of the Andersen Premio Prize *

A magnificent narrative inspired by a true survival story that asks universal questions about a young girl’s coming of age story, her identity, her passions, and her first loves.

At the Sèvres Children’s Home outside Paris, Rachel Cohen has discovered her passion—photography. Although she hasn’t heard from her parents in months, she loves the people at her school, adores capturing what she sees in pictures, and tries not to worry too much about Hitler’s war. But as France buckles under the Nazi regime, danger closes in, and Rachel must change her name and go into hiding.

As Catherine Colin, Rachel Cohen is faced with leaving the Sèvres Home—and the friends she made there—behind. But with her beautiful camera, Catherine possesses an object with the power to remember. For the rest of the war, Catherine bears witness to her own journey, and to the countless heroes whose courage and generosity saved the lives of many, including her own.

Based on the author’s mother’s own experiences as a hidden child in France during World War II, Catherine’s War is one of the most accessible historical graphic novels featuring a powerful girl since Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi—perfect for fans of Markus Zusak’s The Book Thief, Anne Frank, or Helen Keller.

Includes a map and photographs of the real Catherine and her wartime experiences, as well as an interview with author Julia Billet.

“Many of the settings are beautifully detailed, and the characters undeniably expressive. Catherine’s ability to find beauty in the world makes for a forward-looking read.” —Booklist *(starred review)*

“This story will make readers want to join the Resistance. Characters are drawn so vividly that, long afterward, readers will remember their names.” —Kirkus

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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    176 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  6. Publisher
    HarperAlley
  7. Publication date
    January 21, 2020
  8. ISBN-10
    0062915592
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0062915597
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“Many of the settings are beautifully detailed…and the characters undeniably expressive. Catherine’s ability to find beauty in the world makes for a forward-looking read.” — Booklist (starred review)

”Billet has crafted a pictorial paean to the everyday heroes of Vichy France, as seen through the eyes—and camera lens—of a Jewish teen...Almost every panel—especially those inspired by real photographs—could stand alone as a work of art...Fauvel’s ink and watercolor illustrations are masterly.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

“This story will make readers want to join the Resistance…Characters are drawn so vividly that, long afterward, readers will remember their names.”
— Kirkus Reviews

“Thoughtful meditations on the importance of art and shared connection combine with historical fact to make Catherine’s journey feel relevant.” — Publishers Weekly

“Though the story covers Rachel/Catherine’s adolescence, the smoothly translated text is clear...and gentle enough...to be comprehensible to readers younger than the character. The back matter is pitched to explain this story’s context to young people with little or no background knowledge about WWII or the Holocaust.” — Horn Book Magazine

About the Author

Julia Billet is an acclaimed French novelist and author of short stories, children's books, and poetry. Her award-winning La Guerre de Catherine (Rue de Sèvres, 2012) was published in the United States as Catherine’s War in January 2020.



Claire Fauvel studied illustration and animation at school in France (Gobelins, L'École de L'Image). Claire worked one year as a background artist in animation then decided to tell her own stories as a comic book artist. Now Claire works both as an author and illustrator. La Guerre de Catherine (Catherine's War) is her first title with Rue de Sèvres.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperAlley; Illustrated edition (January 21, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062915592
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062915597
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Tom
5.0 out of 5 stars Even better than hoped!
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2023
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This tale was absolutely riveting. I had expected to enjoy it but was surprised to be captivated by both the narrative AND the art. There were some frames that were absolute masterpieces. I think my favorite, in a book about a photographer, with discussion of the development of her "eye," was the "shot" of the mess on the floor of the apartment with Catherine's reflection in a broken mirror shard. That is an absolutely brilliant photo (albeit drawn & colored with what i believe are watercolors). Very well done book & well worth a peek.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2021
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This story is told so beautiful. It is a comic book like no other. This book illustrates the horror that people had to go through during the holocaust.
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mandy c
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2020
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Love this comic inspires me to love
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Skye Kilaen
4.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for kids who want to learn more about different wartime experiences
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023
Coming-of-age graphic novel following a young French Jewish girl during WWII. She moves from place to place under an assumed identity, sheltered by different adults and schools who are working with the resistance, all the while following her passion for photography. It's an adaptation of a prose novel, and as an adult reader I feel like it maybe came out a little thinner on story than I would have hoped even for a kid audience. But I do recommend it for kiddos who want to know more about different wartime experiences!
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KrisAK
5.0 out of 5 stars Top Notch Historical Graphic
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2020
This graphic novel, which is not quite a memoir, hits all the right notes in telling the tale of Rachel, a French Jewish girl who spends the years of World War II with a fake name (Catherine Colin), bouncing from safehouse to safehouse. Based on the childhood of the author's grandmother, but not truly biographical, this book nonetheless paints a very real and accessible picture of war through the eyes of an adolescent girl. We need more graphic novels like this.
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Katie Reilley
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read historical GN for middle grade and up!
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2020
Based on a true story, this graphic novel set during World War II in France is a must read for middle grade readers and up. Loosely retelling her mother’s experience, the author recounts the journey of a Jewish girl moved from location to location to keep her safe. Highly recommend!
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J. Gillette
5.0 out of 5 stars This book was perfect
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2020
This book tells the story of a Jewish girl in France who had to move repeatedly to stay safe. It also tells the story of her growth as a photographer, a wonderful story of learning her art. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is well told.
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ladymegedwards
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2020
This is an amazing book for sharing the realities of war through a child's eyes.
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Anu
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in India on July 29, 2021
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This is a wonderful book about a brave girl at the time of war. Beautifully Illustrated and well narrated. Interesting and flow of writing is so good.
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Larissa
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for middle/high school
Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2020
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A good book. Definitely assumes you know something about WWII, so best for older kids.
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mdtt
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant inspirational lovely book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 23, 2020
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I read this in one sitting. It brought tears of sadness and then so much joy to See life being lived abd hope being held irrespective of what was happening. And The drawing is impeccable. I will be reading this again
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