Julie Canepa’s book, “The Missing Star,” delves into the remarkable story of Vladimir and Kitty Munk, Holocaust survivors who met during World War II and vowed to reunite after the war—a promise they kept for over six decades. Vladimir, a former biology professor at Plattsburgh State University, shared his incredible journey in the documentary “Return to Auschwitz.” Julie’s novel uncovers additional stories and memories from Vladimir’s life, offering readers a poignant and inspiring narrative of love and survival. The book is available at local bookstores and online.