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Book Report: Summer Of My German Soldier

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Summer Of My German Soldier takes place back in the day in Jenkinsville, Arkansas. Patty Bergen is a twelve-year old girl that is very adventurous and daring. She is not afraid to take risks just to get out of boredom. Patty is Jewish and part of a wealthy family. Pattie often gets abused by her father. Her father has many troubles with his past, but Paties mother is a beautiful young lady that is very proper and doesn't take no for an answer. Pattie has a new addition to the family. Her name is Ruth and she is there slave. Ruth is a very sweet southern girl that knows her dos and don'ts. Also Pattie has a younger sister. Patties younger sister take after mother. Last but not least Anton the only german soldier that speaks English. Pattie

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