1940

Set against the backdrop of America's impending entry into World War Two, Jay Neugeboren's novel delves into the life of Dr. Eduard Bloch, a Jewish doctor who once treated Adolf Hitler's family and uniquely received special favor from the dictator. As he navigates his new life in the Bronx amid accusations of favoritism, Dr. Bloch forms a poignant connection with Elizabeth Rofman, whose son Daniel escapes from a facility and finds refuge with them. The story unfolds with layers of suspense and emotional complexity as the characters confront their pasts and the shadows of history.