The Most Transformational Book--

There have been many books that have affected me in some way. The most transformational and inspiring book I have read was Salt to the Sea. I read this book the third quarter of eighth grade as my free/independent reading book. It is true story about four people and their journey across the Baltic Sea during WWII. 

I was "transformed" by this book because it showed that there are many people that are going through a lot more than what they may show or tell you about, don't just assume something that you don't know for sure. This book had many strong messages but this one stood out to me because it occurred frequently through out the novel. The author made this message very clear when writing this book. Everyone in Salt to the Sea had their own story about their past, and everyone around us now has their own story.