Never Fall Down

In this poignant National Book Award-nominated audiobook by Patricia McCormick, listeners are introduced to Arn Chorn-Pond, a young boy whose life is irrevocably changed by the Cambodian genocide of 1975-1979. Based on Arn's true experiences, the narrative follows his harrowing journey from a normal childhood to surviving a brutal labor camp, where he discovers his unexpected talent for music that ultimately saves his life. As Arn is thrust into the chaos of the Killing Fields and later forced to become a soldier, the story unfolds as a powerful testament to resilience and the journey from war to peace.