This book is a coming-of-age story about an upper middle class Austrian girl. It describes her life between the ages of eleven and fourteen, and is full of angst, boys, and questions. The girl is struggling to find her identity and place in the world, and she often feels misunderstood by her parents and peers. She finds solace in her diary, where she can express her thoughts and feelings freely. The book is a valuable historical document, as it provides a glimpse into the life of a young girl during World War II.