This is the story of Evelyne Appel, a French girl who survived the war thanks to the courage and bravery of her parents and sister.

Evelyne’s family was deeply involved in the resistance, helping Jews escape persecution with clever tools like handbags with false bottoms, filled with forged papers.

Evelyne endured a challenging childhood, including a perilous solo journey across the border to Switzerland to ensure her survival. After the war, Evelyne and her family relocated to New York, where they rebuilt their lives.