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Enemies in the Orchard: A World War 2 Novel in Verse

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288 pages, Paperback

Published March 25, 2025

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Dana VanderLugt

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477 reviews13 followers
September 30, 2025
A sweet, tender story about German POWs during wwII working in Michigan farms. Told in verse!! While a simple story, it really takes the big story of war and gives in flesh—as humans deal with the nuances and complexities of right and wrong. A great read, especially for those local to west Michigan.
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September 6, 2025
Despite how long it took me to finish this book (back to school and toddler mom probs), I couldn't let it go unfinished. Such a niche facet of US history told in a wonderful format/genre. Highly recommend.
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October 5, 2025
2025-#48 German POWs were brought to the US to replace our labor shortage during WWII.
2025-2026 William Allen White nominee (Grades 6-8).
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