Resistance

by Craig Simpson

Norway, September 1943

For brothers Marek and Olaf, a hunting trip out on the frozen Hardanger plateau offers a brief chance to escape the German occupation. But returning home they witness the horror of their father's arrest by the Gestapo and the start of a brutal regime under the evil Lieutenant Wold. When their daring plan for revenge goes horribly wrong, they are forced to seek refuge in the vast and unforgiving Norwegian wilderness.

Saved from an icy grave by Resistance freedom-fighters, fourteen-year-old Marek is captivated by their courage and determination. He may not be a crack shot like his brother, but he is quick-thinking, resourceful and a talented mechanic. With youth on his side, the Germans probably won't suspect him - perfect for a part in the ambitious sabotage attack planned by the group. But can he keep his nerve, especially when the final assault throws his friends and family into the path of the enemy?

Genres: Adventure, War, Historical Fiction

368 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 1, 2007

About the author

A writer of action thrillers and adventures, mostly WWII inspired by secret agents of the SOE. My first book, "Resistance" (2007) was short-listed for the Branford-Boase Award, and my highly-acclaimed award-winning Special Operations Series (4 titles) has been followed by various short-format illustrated EDGE titles for Franklin Watts (Hachette). I am currently working on a swashbuckling novel set during the Glorious Revolution of 1688.

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tyranny, courage, betrayal and espionage feature heavily in this action packed adventure set in Occupied Norway during the Second World War. Fourteen year old Marek and his brother join forces with the Resistance and stage acts of sabotage and rescue while battling the harsh sub-arctic conditions.
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[Clare · Rating 5 out of 5]

i loved this book, it was so exciting, i couldn't put it down !

[Meena · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story follows a pair of brothers in Norway struggling during Nazi occupation, but in reality it manages to show the struggles of a lot of people. As the synopsis says, their father is taken by the Gestapo and they're a pair of hot blooded young men who cannot just stand back n wait for the war to end, the story follows how they cross paths with the resistance and how they were the perfect mentors for them. The horrors of war are mentioned without the inappropriate relish that a lot of authors tend to develop when describing a violent or painful event.

The writing is very straightforward and clear, not prosy and extremely captivating. The characters are beautifully developed, the little boy who narrates the story sees a lot more in the people he meets than just their facial features.

Beautifully researched and described well enough that you can practically see the events unfold, I'd definitely recommend.