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, World War II

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

[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.

[K. Leach · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 is much better than book 1.

Notes to self.
I find Michael Fernby’s character very annoying.
Per grandma Gigi, Michael “is stubborn, hardheaded, race in before thinking things over.” So accurate plus big ego, impatient, quick to anger, always interrupting conversations, impulsive & he has a savior complex.

Book 2 summary:
Gigi reveals the family’s secret history & Michael vows to find the family legacy (a rare coin), bring it back & save the family from financial ruin.

As a result of book 1’s events, in retaliation, the Nazis go on a rampage killing everyone in the British SIS including their contact in France. They attempted to kill Michael in England but instead his father was seriously injured in a car accident.

Albert Kreise

Michael is recruited by the British SIS unit 731 and send on a mission to escort a high ranking defector, Henrich Alder, to Holland. The nazis have a mole in the SIS so they know about the plan but not the identity of the agent.

On the mission, they are ambushed, Alder, his wife & nephew (with cerebral palsy) are captured while Michael escapes & vows to save the nephew.

Michael follows Dr Halmer, the eugenics doctor home. He finds the coin & other family belongings at his home, fought with his chauffeur Karl Lutz, and killed both of them. He rescues the nephew, Heinrich.

It appears that Maureen Ingram is a mole. She was killed but as she was dying said, “the wolf is at your door & you let him in”

Adler’s contact was Robert Stourcliffe (the Fernby’s enemy). Robert, a carrier of SIS messenger is being blackmailed by the Germans to reveal British shipping/navy plans. He’s ordered to find out who’s in unit 317, where they are & what they are doing. They promised to not damage his ships in the war. Stumbannfuhrer Albert Kreise is his handler.

[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.

[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.