Village of Secrets

The audiobook recounts the extraordinary story of the small French village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, which notably saved thousands of people, including many Jewish children, during World War II. Surrounded by remote forests and mountains, the villagers collectively protected those fleeing the Gestapo, demonstrating remarkable courage and a commitment to moral principles. Caroline Moorehead's narrative explores how the community's deep-rooted values and unified silence played a crucial role in this acts of heroism during a time of widespread occupation and betrayal.