The Resistance Girl
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Author Description
Norway, 1942: She has lost everything to the Nazis. But now she fights back…War rages, and, under cover of darkness, Rumi Orlstad and her fellow resistance fighters smuggle British agents, fugitives and supplies across the North Sea into Nazi-occupied territory.One night, when he braves a storm to complete an ill-fated mission, Rumi’s fiancé is lost to the dangerous waters. Broken-hearted, she withdraws from the clandestine group, vowing never to let her loved ones put themselves in the line of fire again.But months later, Rumi stumbles across a Nazi secret that lays Hitler’s plans for Norway bare, and she knows she has no choice but to risk her life for her country once more…Readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and anything by Fiona Valpy will love this heartbreaking tale of the sacrifices ordinary people made to keep friends, family, strangers – and hope – alive.
Menrva's Summary
THE PULSE
Norway, 1942: Rumi Orlstad, a member of the resistance, loses her fiancé during a perilous mission, leading her to withdraw from the fight. Devastated, Rumi initially pulls away from the clandestine group that smuggles agents and supplies across the North Sea. However, she soon uncovers a devastating Nazi secret that threatens Norway's future, compelling her to re-engage and risk her life once more for her country.
INSIDE THE PAGES
- Smuggling British agents, fugitives, and supplies across the North Sea into Nazi-occupied territory.
- The loss of Rumi's fiancé during an ill-fated mission.
- Rumi's subsequent withdrawal from the resistance movement.
- Discovery of a critical Nazi secret that reveals Hitler's plans for Norway.
- Rumi's decision to rejoin the resistance despite personal loss and danger.
- The overarching theme of sacrifice and hope during wartime.
- Exploration of the unsung heroes of World War II.
- A narrative blending suspense, tragedy, and romance.
THE COLLECTIVE ECHO
The Resistance Girl has been met with widespread acclaim from readers, who praise its portrayal of the unsung heroes of World War II and its authentic, strong characters. Reviewers frequently highlight the novel's gripping and emotional narrative, with many describing it as a standout story that offers a unique perspective on life during the war. The book is noted for its compelling blend of suspense, tragedy, and romance, keeping readers engaged from start to finish. Mandy Robotham is consistently recognized as a talented storyteller whose work is both enlightening and captivating.
Page Count:
432
Publication Date:
2022-05-10
Publisher:
Avon
ISBN-10:
0008523762
ISBN-13:
9780008523763
Romance
Fiction
Historical Fiction
War fiction
Fiction - Religious
Norway
Fiction women
Tragedy
Resistance
20th Century
