The Things We Cannot Say
by Kelly Rimmer
Book Overview
Alice, a present-day mother straining to reach her autistic son, loses her Babcia’s voice to a stroke and flies to Poland to unearth a seventy-year secret tied to a man named Tomasz. In Nazi-occupied Poland, young Alina sees war smash the life she knows and must make wrenching choices to protect those she loves and survive the occupation; as Alice deciphers Alina’s trail of love, loss, and resistance, the truth she uncovers remakes her family’s story—and her measure of courage.
This guide delivers crisp chapter summaries, incisive character analyses, targeted explorations of key themes, and a curated selection of memorable quotes. Use it to navigate both timelines with confidence, spot resonant patterns, and appreciate every deliberate choice in Kelly Rimmer’s craft.