By Терлау Ян
Декабрь 1944 года. Нидерланды в оккупации уже пять лет. Михилю шестнадцать, и он живет в постоянном страхе. Недавно в соседнем поселке повесили на фонарях всех мужчин. А вчера арестовали соседей. У каждого есть родственник, вынужденный скрываться от нацистов, или друг в концлагере. Лишь бургомистр, отец Михиля, из последних сил сдерживает жестокость захватчиков.
А тут - просьба друга, попавшего в застенки гестапо. Просьба жизненно важная - и смертельно опасная. Михиль один не справится. Но кому можно доверять? Кто рискнет помочь? За любое сопротивление и неповиновение - казнь…
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<hr>Embark on a gripping journey through the chilling winter of 1944 in occupied Netherlands with "Winter in Wartime." This compelling novel tells the story of Michiel, a sixteen-year-old boy living under the constant shadow of Nazi occupation. Fear permeates every aspect of his life, from the recent public executions in a neighboring village to the arrest of his neighbors. Everyone he knows has a relative in hiding or a friend imprisoned in a concentration camp. Michiel's father, the town's mayor, struggles to maintain order and protect his community from the occupiers' brutality.
When a desperate plea arrives from a friend imprisoned by the Gestapo, Michiel faces an impossible choice. The request is vital, yet incredibly dangerous. He knows he can't handle it alone, but who can he trust? Who will risk their life to help him in a world where any act of resistance is punishable by death?
This book is suitable for young adults and adults interested in historical fiction, World War II stories, and tales of courage and resilience. The reading level is appropriate for ages 14 and up.
"Winter in Wartime" is more than just a war story; it's a powerful exploration of the human condition. It's a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope in the darkest of times. If you enjoy stories that transport you to another time and place, challenge your perceptions, and leave you pondering long after you've finished reading, then "Winter in Wartime" is the perfect book for you. Discover a story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.