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The Chocolate Bar Paperback – July 12, 2013

by Agathe von Kampen (Author), Steve William Laible (Editor)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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With no point of reference for a life of "normalcy," seeking acceptance and security in a country not accommodating to immigrants, the author relied only on survival instincts, leading to her years of co-dependency, self-doubt, and utter despondency. She finds herself seeking refuge in controlling religious factions and abusive relationships. This life struggle reminds her constantly of her experiences in WWII where she spent her first six years on the front lines in Russia and as a refugee in Hitler's Germany. Her lullabies were the sounds of gunfire and exploding bombs. Her arrival at Ellis Island was promised to be the beginning of freedom; instead, it was only the continuation of abuse and control—intimate and personal relationships of psychological warfare. This is a compelling account of life as it was back "then" and how this child of war endured as she did, blossoming into a young woman, in a new land called America. A life's journey, as told by the author with such honesty, innocence, joy, humor, lessons and revealing horrors and sins; is it any wonder how this broken soul did in fact, survive.
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  1. Print length
    352 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    July 12, 2013
  4. Dimensions
    6 x 0.88 x 9 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    1624850146
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1624850141
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Kodel Group LLC (July 12, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1624850146
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1624850141
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.14 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.88 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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Mrs. Nancy T. Gibaut
5.0 out of 5 stars We are servers, not victims!
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2022
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Sorry for the life you lived, some kids grow up living with that same kind of terror inside there so called loving homes! Very interesting book, author seems bitter about the way she grew up. Many of us have grown up in violent situations that we were unable to control.
Instead looking at the downfall or failure in ever case, look at what good you did. Let the good over ride any bad.
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E. Pitts
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Life Story
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2013
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What a gripping account of ones life. Born in Europe, endured WWII in Europe, subsequently moved to the United States. This story is one you just don't want to put down as things are always developing in the life of the main character. Many of the situations are commonplace in other people's lives, but you are pulled into the story as it developers and you just want to see how things work out. After reading the book, you will want to reflect on some of incidents in the story and ponder how you can, should, would respond in similar situations. This is a study in human responses if you care to reflect on what you have read. There are some serious issues here to ponder. After reading the story, I reflected on situations in my life that I innocently responded in an inappropriate manner. There were some lessons here to be learned by me.
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Doreen
5.0 out of 5 stars When the war is over!
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2013
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I first read this book under the title "When the War is Over" - and was moved to tears. How one person could endure such horrors in life, and yet live day to day as if there were nothing out of the ordinary - working, parenting -- is a true mystery. What's more, the writer has shown such strength in her life, not only in character but also physically. I can attest to so much of what she went through, as I am not only her biggest and most ardent fan, but also her daughter. After reading her book -- I can only wonder how she was able to be such a caring mother, and friend to others.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best book keeps you right on the edge.
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2022
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Every school should have this for required reading
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Dok Woods
5.0 out of 5 stars Surviving in war torn Europe at the end of the 2nd World War
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2013
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Incisive, very poignant, heartfelt. Small eyes watching the horror of the era, a tender heart wondering why it is happening. A child becoming an adult, no teenage years allowed. And yet this child survives, and eventually finds happiness, even chocolate.
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Yevgen
2.0 out of 5 stars Let me tell you about my journey but wait let me tell about relationship with my mother first.
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2015
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I thought this would be a book about interesting journey. Instead, the writer talks more about her relationship with her mother.
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Doranne Long, PT, MS
4.0 out of 5 stars Great strength
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2013
Born in 1935 in Ukraine, under Stalin and then Hitler's rule, Agathe shares her own very personal and tragic life,
which continued for many years while still living under the manipulative control of others. And yet, Agathe has
emerged triumphant, now receiving and sharing the love of God. I think she has great strength and courage; she
has survived and shared her story with the world.
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monk
5.0 out of 5 stars The chocolate bar
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2013
I first was introduced to Agathe von Kampens writing by a friend who told me I just had to buy this book "I would love it." So based on that recommendation I set out to purchase "When The War Is Over". When I picked up the book I thought ok here goes, not one to be easily swayed, I will read anything yes even the phone book I set myself up for some high expectations. Not only were these expectations met they were well surpassed. Much to my surprise and delight I finished this book in 3 days I found myself so intrigued by the wide range of emotions I felt reading it that I couldn't put it down. From her rebellious childhood to her hiding in a cave I felt as if I was right there right now.I laughed with her ,cried with her and somehow I could relate to her. Flash forward to "the chocolate bar" This same friend caught me the other day and said hey did you see there is a new book? You really should get it called "the chocolate bar" it is so much better than the first. Well guess what I plan on buying yep. can't imagine not having this book it is really that good.
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