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Just over three decades after the fall of communism in Europe comes a true, inspiring story about one family caught up in a Cold War drama, separated by the Iron Curtain and a brutal regime that kept them apart. Against a historical backdrop, this is their story about their unwavering efforts to sustain family ties in an environment that was anything but normal.

A personal look at a tenuous era that divided a city and a nation, and continues to haunt us, Forty Autumns is an intimate and beautifully written story of courage, resilience, and love— and a struggle to preserve what matters most - family.

REVIEWS

“Top 15 Nonfiction Books of 2016. A poignant parable of hope and, at times, a harrowing ghost story.” — Christian Science Monitor

“Excellent and intriguing.” Library Journal (starred review)

“Meticulous and compassionate.” — Chicago Tribune

“A thrilling and relevant read for historians and casual readers alike.” — Publishers Weekly

“A poignant and engrossing … harrowing, family memoir.” — Kirkus Reviews

“A page-turner.”— Booklist

“A family frozen in time.” —The Guardian

“Heart-wrenching … life-affirming.” — The Jewish Chronicle

“A family story of living through the worst of times.” — Manhattan Book Review (5 Star Review*)

“Incredibly well-written, and important. A testament to humanity and courage.” — Lithub

“An informative and timely read. In this increasingly tumultuous modern era when borders have once again become the front lines of critical issues such as immigration reform, pervasive prejudice and terrorism, stories like Willner’s are especially important..” — BookReporter

“A must read.”— Lieutenant General Thomas Griffin, USA (Ret.), Commander, Berlin Brigade (1983-86)