“The Western Front had unexpectedly stalled while the Eastern Front shrank with incredible speed. In only a few weeks the Russian winter offensive would begin.Peter’s mother wrote twice a week, from the dates on her letters. She spoke of the family, gave news of friends and neighbors, and offered words of encouragement.His letters home were filled with lies. What else could he do? He described conditions very different from those that existed. As winter set in and their mail was interrupted more... frequently, he welcomed any excuse not to write as often. He wished his uncle would come. Peter could tell him the truth. He would understand.By now Peter had seen the entire operation of the KZ. Max told Koch he liked him, so they remained together as a team. Maybe Max paid him to keep the pairing. Peter thought it was because he did not take his cut and whenever he discovered contraband he gave it to Max, who called him his "good boy."The engineer tooted his whistle as he entered the valley and they heard the trains' arrival ten minutes before they pulled up to the ramp.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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