Praise for the book: "A story so unbelievable it shouldn't be true. Bullets and Thunderstorms starts off with a horrifying bang and doesn't let you breathe until the very last page. This incredible survival story reminds us that when hate and bigotry are given permission to grow, brave heroes will always rise up against it. The beautiful, personal details that Scarlet weaves into her family history bring to life the suffering and perseverance of her grandmother's remarkable story. Shocking, unflinching, and true, this book should be required reading-as both a warning, and an inspiration. Hope is embroidered through every page."- Lora Innes (author of "The Dreamer")

"Janina Scarlet takes an unflinching look at the Holocaust but serves as a reliable guide through some of history's darkest moments. Compelling, heartbreaking, and uplifting in equal measures. Highly recommended!" - Jonathan Maberry, NY Times bestselling author of NecroTek and Burn to Shine""I have read many Holocaust books, but this one is definitely the top! Not only because we have such similar stories, but because Janina's soul and heart are so apparent on every page. Her unique understanding of the human condition, her love, tenderness and deep sensitivity are so obvious. This makes it feel like you are experiencing the book alongside with her amazing grandmother. What a testament to the ugliest and most beautiful parts of humanity, all at once. This book is a must read, and I feel so honored to have read it."- Marina Triner (The Compassionate Somatic Coach)