The Survivors

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A memoir of family, the Holocaust, trauma, and identity, this work by Adam Frankel, a former Obama speechwriter, explores the legacy of his family's painful past and his own identity following a life-changing revelation. Frankel's maternal grandparents survived the Holocaust and settled in Connecticut, attempting to leave their horrors behind. However, the pain they endured affected future generations, particularly Adam's mother. When Adam delved into their family history, he uncovered a shocking secret that challenged his understanding of himself. He realized he was only half of who he believed he was, prompting essential questions about identity and familial bonds. As he sought to rewrite his narrative and build a life for his own children, Adam navigated his inherited pain to find answers. His journey reveals that while the nature of familial trauma varies, everyone faces a choice: to confront or turn away from their inherited struggles. The stories shared illustrate how the past can haunt the future, the resilience found after trauma, and the potential for good to emerge from unspeakable pain.