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Young Underground #3
Into the Flames
The Nazis were after them, and there was nowhere to hide -
Twelve-year-old Peter and Elise Andersen have secretly taken on a risky new assignment delivering illegal newspapers for the Danish Underground! Bringing news of freedom and deliverance to the people of Denmark seems like the perfect way to help fight the Nazis until soldiers nearly sabotage their mission.
Is class troublemaker Keld Poulsen spying on Peter and Elise? Will he report them to the Nazis? Armed with secret code names, Peter and Elise must elude Keld in spite of his threats.
When the Nazis plot to raid newspaper headquarters, the twins rush to help their friends in the Underground but will they find themselves cornered by German soldiers?
Twelve-year-old Peter and Elise Andersen have secretly taken on a risky new assignment delivering illegal newspapers for the Danish Underground! Bringing news of freedom and deliverance to the people of Denmark seems like the perfect way to help fight the Nazis until soldiers nearly sabotage their mission.
Is class troublemaker Keld Poulsen spying on Peter and Elise? Will he report them to the Nazis? Armed with secret code names, Peter and Elise must elude Keld in spite of his threats.
When the Nazis plot to raid newspaper headquarters, the twins rush to help their friends in the Underground but will they find themselves cornered by German soldiers?
192 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1995
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Robert Elmer
90 books65 followersRobert Elmer is the author of more than fifty books, including contemporary novels for the adult Christian audience, nonfiction devotionals like Piercing Heaven and Fount of Heaven (Lexham Press), and seven series for younger readers. Among kids, he is best known for his historicals such as the Young Underground, Adventures Down Under, Life Behind the Wall, and Promise of Zion books. When he's not at the keyboard, he enjoys beachcombing and travel with his wife, and spending time with their three kids and families.
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October 16, 2022
These books just get better and better. I would say Book 3, Into the Flames, is probably the best one so far. I read the whole thing in one sitting, and just couldn't stop for a moment. Filled with suspense from beginning to end, there were some intense moments throughout!
I like how each book so far has been complete in itself, leaving a satisfying ending, but at the same time referring often to the books before and leaving you wanting to read the books after. It makes for a very good series.
The modern dialogue in this one irritated me a lot, because in some places it was very modern. But it's something you can easily ignore in the general story.
This one was slightly different to the others. For one thing it was extremely suspenseful, and for another there were multiple characters I wasn't at all sure about until near the end. Keld's father was a tragic character, but a very confusing one at the same time. And Lisbeth...well, I won't say anything because of spoilers, but she made a very interesting element. And there were others. I loved Frank. The people at the printing press were great characters. And as for another certain character who hasn't shown up since Book 1... delighted to see him back! Hopefully he can come home soon...and marry a certain other amazing character...
I like how Peter and Elise very seldom tell lies, even when in a very tricky situation. There was one instance of it, which annoyed me, but otherwise I loved the ways they got out of answering.
Peter and Elise are great main characters, and I love to see them changing slightly as they grow a bit older - especially Elise.
I love these books, centred around a part of history I know very little about, and filled with excitement and adventure. Can't wait for the next book!
I like how each book so far has been complete in itself, leaving a satisfying ending, but at the same time referring often to the books before and leaving you wanting to read the books after. It makes for a very good series.
The modern dialogue in this one irritated me a lot, because in some places it was very modern. But it's something you can easily ignore in the general story.
This one was slightly different to the others. For one thing it was extremely suspenseful, and for another there were multiple characters I wasn't at all sure about until near the end. Keld's father was a tragic character, but a very confusing one at the same time. And Lisbeth...well, I won't say anything because of spoilers, but she made a very interesting element. And there were others. I loved Frank. The people at the printing press were great characters. And as for another certain character who hasn't shown up since Book 1... delighted to see him back! Hopefully he can come home soon...and marry a certain other amazing character...
I like how Peter and Elise very seldom tell lies, even when in a very tricky situation. There was one instance of it, which annoyed me, but otherwise I loved the ways they got out of answering.
Peter and Elise are great main characters, and I love to see them changing slightly as they grow a bit older - especially Elise.
I love these books, centred around a part of history I know very little about, and filled with excitement and adventure. Can't wait for the next book!
July 21, 2016
Twelve-year-old Peter and Elise Andersen have secretly taken on a risky new assignment—delivering illegal newspapers for the Danish Underground! Bringing news of freedom and deliverance to the people of Denmark seems like the perfect way to help fight the Nazis—until soldiers nearly sabotage their mission. Is class troublemaker Keld Poulsen spying on Peter and Elise? Will he report them to the Nazis? Armed with secret code names, Peter and Elise must elude Keld in spite of his threats. When the Nazis plot to raid newspaper headquarters, the twins rush to help their friends in the Underground—but will they find themselves cornered by German soldiers?
This is book 3 of the Young Underground series would be a great read for upper elementary and middle schoolers. With characters they could easily relate to, it gives a good understanding of what was happening in World War II in Denmark. It includes the British Air Force and their attempts to defeat the German Nazis their as well as the strong Danish resistance movement. It give insight into how even young people worked in the resistance to help overcome the enemy.
Peter and Elise were good examples of how all willing Danes were involved in helping their country escape from Nazi control. They showed that even little things can help reinforce morale and support the war effort. Elmer's research into both the Nazi war efforts and the Danish resistance is quite evident throughout the book. I particularly liked the section on the prison above the Nazi war offices. The manner of passing messages between the prisoners, the support Frank offers Peter through his knowledge of the Bible, and the entrance of Tiger the cat all added to the story.
This book would be a great family read aloud for elementary students and would easily prompt discussion about World War II. I think young readers would enjoy following Peter and Elise's adventures.
This is book 3 of the Young Underground series would be a great read for upper elementary and middle schoolers. With characters they could easily relate to, it gives a good understanding of what was happening in World War II in Denmark. It includes the British Air Force and their attempts to defeat the German Nazis their as well as the strong Danish resistance movement. It give insight into how even young people worked in the resistance to help overcome the enemy.
Peter and Elise were good examples of how all willing Danes were involved in helping their country escape from Nazi control. They showed that even little things can help reinforce morale and support the war effort. Elmer's research into both the Nazi war efforts and the Danish resistance is quite evident throughout the book. I particularly liked the section on the prison above the Nazi war offices. The manner of passing messages between the prisoners, the support Frank offers Peter through his knowledge of the Bible, and the entrance of Tiger the cat all added to the story.
This book would be a great family read aloud for elementary students and would easily prompt discussion about World War II. I think young readers would enjoy following Peter and Elise's adventures.
February 3, 2014
This is the third installment in the Young Underground series. The focus of the series is a pair of twins who live Denmark during German Occupation. In this book, the pair is caught up in the delivery of illegal newspapers.
The series is published by a Christian publishing house, but why God and faith do have a role, it isn’t a hit you over the head with a rolling pin type. If you believed in God and found yourself being chased by Nazi, wouldn’t you pray?
Yep.
While the book is focused on Peter, his twin sister Elsie is a good girl character in the sense that she is as tough as her brother. She is not a stereotypical tom boy; in fact, I wouldn’t call her a tom boy at all. This was excellent because too often the girls in such series are shown to be “girls who act boys”. Elise acts Elise. She is not a boy. Nice touch that.
The action is pretty good, and does a good job of conveying the dangers and risks realistically without being too graphic for the desired age group.
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The series is published by a Christian publishing house, but why God and faith do have a role, it isn’t a hit you over the head with a rolling pin type. If you believed in God and found yourself being chased by Nazi, wouldn’t you pray?
Yep.
While the book is focused on Peter, his twin sister Elsie is a good girl character in the sense that she is as tough as her brother. She is not a stereotypical tom boy; in fact, I wouldn’t call her a tom boy at all. This was excellent because too often the girls in such series are shown to be “girls who act boys”. Elise acts Elise. She is not a boy. Nice touch that.
The action is pretty good, and does a good job of conveying the dangers and risks realistically without being too graphic for the desired age group.
Crossposted at /a>.
February 22, 2015
I really liked this book!
October 13, 2017
The third book in the series--excellent storyline with the right amount of suspense!
December 31, 2021
loved it!! once again 5 stars to robert elmer!!
June 29, 2016
My daughter and I both read and enjoyed this book. This is the first one where Elise and Peter get into some real trouble with the Nazis. I liked the view of prayer set forth in these books, though saying that Rahab lying was ok doesn't sit well exactly. God can have his will and way without our disobedience. All in all, this was a very well done suspense book for this age. This one being the first that is truly somewhat scary, my daughter didn't like those parts. Over all, However, she really enjoyed the read. Daughter gives it five and best of the series.
September 20, 2015
This is the third book in the Young Underground series. In this book twins Elise and Peter Anderson are delivering illegal newspapers. They are constantly in danger from surrounding Nazis, and a schoolmate of Peter's was watching him very closely. The twins are trying as hard as they can to get their uncle out of prison, and helping the Rebellion. I recommend this book to anyone who likes reading historical fiction. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
October 11, 2014
This was one of my favorite Young Underground books. Peter and Elise are working for an underground anti-Nazi printing operation and get caught. I loved the scene when they were being interrogated and turned over the desk just as the planes come flying in.... :D so exciting. And then the flames, and fleeing on foot. Oh my. I love the use of the Scripture too and Peter's struggles with faith.
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January 17, 2016
Elise and Peter continue on their adventures helping out the people of Denmark during the German occupation. They get in trouble for distribution of an underground newspaper and both need to escape from a German prison and hopefully find their uncle who was imprisoned a while ago. Continued action and suspense surprise reader of any Elmer book.
October 23, 2015
Another intriguing adventure to mark down for the series. When Peter and Elise are caught as captives while working for the WWII Underground, what will it take to get back home?
September 23, 2012
I particualy remember reading this one. They are caught up in publishing an underground newspaper.
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