The White Rose Network-Ellie Midwood- Historical Fiction (WW2)
A book based on a true story, this tells of Sophie Scholl- a resistance fighter and anti nazi campainer in Germany in World war two. Her parents raised her and her brother to challenge the Nazi regime. She defies them by being one of the 10% of women “ allowed” to go to university. Whilst there she meets Alexander and a friend of her brother and realises that they are not the only ones who won’t demur and go along with the tyranny and propaganda. They form the White Rose Network, an underground group who print leaflets telling of the truth and of liberty inspired by their illegal radio contact to the outside world. One way and another they spread their leaflets and discover a whole host of others along the way who think along the same lines and will stand against the Nazis.
I really enjoyed this and learnt much as I went along. A story of a very brave and determined young woman for whom tradition and acceptance was not tolerated by her thoughts or actions. Where women were told “to have a child each year for the fuhrer and fatherland ” and that their duty was to raise children and look after the kitchen, there were many who despite adhering to wearing dresses (trousers were not allowed) built a movement of determination based on freedom and equal rights. We have much to admire in them.
A stunning book, a stunning story. One inspirational woman.
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The White Rose Network: Based on a true story, an unputdownable and utterly heartbreaking World War 2 page-turner
1943, Germany: “I won’t be able to live if anything happens to you,” she whispered into his ear as they said goodbye, not knowing if they would ever see each other again. The White Rose Network brings to life the incredible true story of Sophie Scholl––one of history’s bravest women, who risked everything to lead a revolution against darkness.
Sophie was born to be a rebel, raised by parents who challenged the brutal Nazi regime. Determined to follow in their footsteps, she leaves for university, defying Hitler’s command for women to stay at home.
On her first day in Munich, Sophie’s brother Hans introduces her to his dear friend. When she meets Alexander, with his raven-black hair and brooding eyes, she knows instantly that she isn’t alone. There are more courageous souls like her, who will fight against evil.
Together, and with others who also refuse to back down, they form the White Rose Network. In an underground vault, Sophie and Alexander conspire in whispers, falling in love as they plot against Hitler. Promising her heart to Alexander is the most dangerous act of all––with each risk they take, they get closer to capture.
As snowflakes fall on a frosty February morning, Sophie and her brother scatter Munich University with leaflets calling for resistance: “We will not be silent; we will not leave you in peace!”
But their lives hang in the balance, with the secret police offering a reward to anyone with information on the White Rose Network. It is only a matter of time before the Gestapo closes in… And when Sophie is imprisoned in an interrogation room, staring a Nazi officer in the eye, will she take their secrets to her grave? Will she sacrifice her freedom for love?
Fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Alice Network and The Lilac Girls will be completely gripped by this heartbreaking and addictive page-turner. This inspirational tale shows that, in the face of evil, giving up is not an option…
Buy links
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About the author
Ellie Midwood is a USA Today bestselling and award-winning historical fiction author, whose works have been translated into 14 languages. She owes her interest in the history of the Second World War to her grandfather, Junior Sergeant in the 2nd Guards Tank Army of the First Belorussian Front, who began telling her about his experiences on the frontline when she was a young girl. Growing up, her interest in history only deepened and transformed from reading about the war to writing about it. After obtaining her BA in Linguistics, Ellie decided to make writing her full-time career and began working on her first full-length historical novel, "The Girl from Berlin." Ellie is continuously enriching her library with new research material and feeds her passion for WWII and Holocaust history by collecting rare memorabilia and documents.
In her free time, Ellie is a health-obsessed yoga enthusiast, neat freak, adventurer, Nazi Germany history expert, polyglot, philosopher, a proud Jew, and a doggie mama. Ellie lives in New York with her fiancé and their two dogs.
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