lives behind the myth and in demonstrating that fallible human beings are far more interesting and dramatic figures than those who make up the stuff of legends.". Despite this, the book has also been severely criticised by Pierre Sauvage, whose 1989 film Weapons of the Spirit told the story of Protestant pastors André Trocmé and and their role in the resistance effort. Sauvage accuses it of misrepresenting witness accounts. Caroline Moorehead has replied to the criticism: She points out the problems of reconciling memory and history, particularly after 70 years. "I chose to think that by taking immense care to document every step of the way I would be able to steer safely between the conflicting truths. I was wrong. I have been shocked by the malice and personal nature of the attacks." References External links Caroline Moorehead on Village of Secrets: ‘I received warnings’ Does 'Village of Secrets' Falsify French Rescue During the Holocaust? Chambon.org: Caroline Moorehead's new book Village of Secrets 2014 non-fiction books Chatto & Windus books Books about World War II