Alderauge

by J.C. Jarvis

Haunted by the Past, Pursued by the Reich. In the thrilling second instalment of the Fernsby’s War Series, Alderauge catapults readers into the tumultuous summer of 1939. Michael Fernsby, burdened by the ghosts of his past, plunges back into Nazi Germany with dual aiding a high-ranking Nazi defector for the British government, and rescuing his family's legacy. Treading a treacherous path from Munich's ominous facilities to England's peaceful countryside, Michael navigates dangerous alliances, chilling Nazi secrets, and seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. Alderauge deftly interweaves historical realities and fiction into an explosive tale of love, resilience, and sacrifice. Will Michael succeed in his covert mission, or will he be consumed by history's relentless tide? Embark on this unforgettable journey with him as the world balances on the edge of World War II. Brace yourself for Alderauge - a testament to the indomitable human spirit amidst the looming shadows of war...

Genres: Historical Fiction

404 pages, Paperback

Published October 13, 2023

About the author

J.C. Jarvis grew up in Derbyshire, England, with a lifelong fascination for history, particularly the Second World War and Tudor England.

After serving in the British Army and later working in the IT industry, he turned fully to writing, transforming a lifelong passion for history into a career as a bestselling historical fiction author.

He is best known for the Fernsby’s War Series, a sweeping World War II saga following British intelligence officer Michael Fernsby and those drawn into the hidden war of espionage, resistance, and sacrifice behind enemy lines.

The series has built a loyal international readership and is praised for its depth of research, emotional realism, and cinematic storytelling.

In addition to Fernsby’s War, Jarvis is the author of the John Howard Tudor series and the origin novel Defying the Reich, which tells the powerful early story of fan-favourite resistance heroine Mina Postner.

When not writing, J.C. continues to research obsessively, always chasing the next story buried in history’s shadows.

Reviews

[Michael Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how I loved this!

[Ashley Lancaster Burgos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book! Can’t wait for the next one!

[Carolyn O’Connor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 does not disappoint. In the first book we know Michael Fernsby and his brother David went to Germany, the country filled with Nazi’s, before the war trying to find family members who had disappeared being Jewish. All the things Michael went through to try to escape Germany when it was unfruitful. Who would have thought Michael would even consider to return to Germany as Secret Intelligence for England. He agrees because an attempt to kill him and his father narrowly missed a near fatal collision from German roots to kill them. With Michael agreeing and going back to Germany, he relives his fear and all of the terrible things that happened before and the things he had to do to survive. This is a read that captivates your attention as it is filled with drama, action and intrigue. You have no idea how it will end until it is read. Now onto Book 3. Enjoy!

[EvilAntie Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

It happened again. I was only going to start this book.Id read little bit and come back to it later on during the evening. But no, C.J. Jarvis worked his literary magic when I looked up at the clock and lo and behold it was dark and I emerged from one of the most vigorous reading experiences to date. Just a brilliant read. So I’m hooked, and I now begin book 3.

[Marcia Ditter · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic series. Loved Book #2.
Certainly hope that there is a Book #3.

[Katja Bozeman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing 2nd book! Couldn’t put it down. Looking forward to g forward to reading #3

[David Mc · Rating 5 out of 5]

In book two of this series, the young protagonist, Michael Fernsby, is once again sent undercover to Nazi Germany, where he’s tasked this time with bringing back a high ranking defector. As one can guess, nothing goes according to plan, leaving Michael to a series of very narrow escapes from both the SS and Gestapo. Once he returns to England, the story continues, as Michael needs to help ferret out a double agent within British Intelligence.

Although the book does take a somewhat leap of faith given Michael’s age (i.e., 18-years old) and his ability to get out of an endless number of impossibly dangerous situations situations…the second book of the Fernsby Series is well worth the read.

[Melanie Underwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loving this series. The second novel doesn't disappoint and is almost impossible to put down.

[Evelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 2 in a series of 5. Some of the best books I have ever read. VERY engaging. Once I start reading it I don't want to stop

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Second in the series does not disappoint. Incredible bravery of a you man in a Europe on fire. The plot interweaves nicely with the incredible events of the time.

[Michael S · Rating 4 out of 5]

The 2nd book in the series. Moves along at a pace and is enjoyable, if a bit implausible in places. But WW2 was full of unlikely heroes. Recommended.

[Donna Hart · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down. Opens your eyes on how hard it was during the war.

[Mark Beattie · Rating 3 out of 5]

So so read. Lots of today’s analogies that didn’t apply in WWII like a “fist bump”. Boring at times and redundant to the first book in the Fernsby series.

[barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fernsby is sent on a dangerous mission to seek a traitor to england with the help of the resistence ,they are also heros of the war .

[Jared M Feinberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enjoyable! A nice follow up to the previous book. Jarvis makes it realistic and believable. I look forward to the next one.