Leap Into Darkness is a real life story written by Leo Bretholz. ... I understood that she sent him away because male Jews were being arrested and she wanted to give him a chance, but could not understand why he was the only one to go. ... One theme relevant to today's society is the bond between families. ... Family bonding is a theme in war and peacetime. Another theme that still has relevance in today's society is finding strength and keeping faith through tough situations. ...

• Word Count: 1567
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School