"...intriguing and fascinating young adult adventure..." - Readers' Favorite
Set against the backdrop of World War II, "47 DAYS" is a captivating novelette that draws from the award-winning novel "SURVIVING THE FATHERLAND—A True Coming-of-Age Love Story Set in WWII Germany." This gripping tale follows Günter and Helmut, two best friends coerced into defending Hitler's Reich as teenagers in March 1945. With their lives at stake, they take a courageous stand against tyranny, choosing to defy the orders that would send them to certain doom.
During their 47 harrowing days of evading capture, the duo experiences fear, hope, and the profound bonds of friendship. As they navigate the dangers of being fugitives, their journey is not merely a fight for survival but also an exploration of what it means to have moral courage in the face of unprecedented evil. Caught between duty and the instinct to protect one another, Günter and Helmut personify the resilience of youth caught in the chaos of war.
However, the story does not end there. It weaves in the tales of Lilly, a brave girl also struggling to survive in the tyrannical regime, intertwined with Günter's journey. Both stories converge in a touching narrative about finding freedom, love, and survival amid the horrors they face. These interrelated experiences highlight not only individual struggles but also the collective anguish of countless children who lived through the terror of the Third Reich.
Rich with historical fact and heart-wrenching emotion, "47 DAYS" is a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and serves as an inspiring testament to all those courageous enough to resist tyranny.
