Publication Date: April 21, 2026
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Rachel Goldberg-Polin, who became a global symbol of maternal strength and relentless advocacy, has authored a memoir documenting her son’s abduction and the 330-day struggle that followed. Titled “When We See You Again,” the book is described as a “harrowing and deeply human” account of a mother’s love in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
A Journey of Advocacy and Loss
Key themes explored in the book include:
- Global Activism: Behind-the-scenes accounts of her meetings with world leaders, including President Biden and Pope Francis, as she lobbied for the release of all hostages.
- The Power of Symbols: The story behind the masking tape she wore daily, marked with the number of days since the abduction, which sparked a worldwide movement of solidarity.
- The Language of Grief: Goldberg-Polin writes with “raw and unflinching” honesty about the transition from a hopeful advocate to a grieving mother.
In Her Own Words
Goldberg-Polin has stated that writing the memoir was a way to “write her pain” and navigate the “million-mile odyssey” of loss. To maintain the intimacy of her story, she will personally narrate the audiobook edition.
“I wrote this because I had to. It is a testament to Hersh, to the people we lost, and to the endurance of the human spirit when it is pushed to its absolute limit.” — Rachel Goldberg-Polin
