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The Resistance Girl
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.
What readers are saying about The Resistance Girl:
`A standout story of the unsung heroes of WWII.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such brave, strong, authentic characters. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Another fantastic novel from Mandy Robotham. The characters leap off the page. Absolutely loved it!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such a unique WWII read. Gripping and fascinating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Compelling, gripping and emotional. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Mandy Robotham is a born storyteller.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Enlightening, engaging, suspenseful and well-written. Highly recommend!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Exciting, suspenseful, tragic and romantic... I couldn't stop reading.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Wow! Powerful and captivating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
'A truly unforgettable story. Highly recommended.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I couldn't put this book down! A whole new perspective on life during the war.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I was holding my breath, and even shed a tear or two. A wonderful read!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
In The Resistance Girl, Mandy Robotham takes us on a journey through a world at war, where historical events and fiction blend seamlessly. The military strategies, the romance, and the relentless resistance against the Nazis make this book one of the best in its genre.
For fans of Dinah Jefferies (The Missing Sister), Lily Graham (The Only Light in London), Kristin Harmel (The Snow Globe), Gill Thompson (The Lighthouse Sisters), and Ruth Druart (The Last Hours in Paris).
HarperCollins 2022
1140053458
The Resistance Girl
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.
What readers are saying about The Resistance Girl:
`A standout story of the unsung heroes of WWII.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such brave, strong, authentic characters. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Another fantastic novel from Mandy Robotham. The characters leap off the page. Absolutely loved it!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such a unique WWII read. Gripping and fascinating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Compelling, gripping and emotional. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Mandy Robotham is a born storyteller.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Enlightening, engaging, suspenseful and well-written. Highly recommend!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Exciting, suspenseful, tragic and romantic... I couldn't stop reading.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Wow! Powerful and captivating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
'A truly unforgettable story. Highly recommended.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I couldn't put this book down! A whole new perspective on life during the war.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I was holding my breath, and even shed a tear or two. A wonderful read!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
In The Resistance Girl, Mandy Robotham takes us on a journey through a world at war, where historical events and fiction blend seamlessly. The military strategies, the romance, and the relentless resistance against the Nazis make this book one of the best in its genre.
For fans of Dinah Jefferies (The Missing Sister), Lily Graham (The Only Light in London), Kristin Harmel (The Snow Globe), Gill Thompson (The Lighthouse Sisters), and Ruth Druart (The Last Hours in Paris).
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.
What readers are saying about The Resistance Girl:
`A standout story of the unsung heroes of WWII.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such brave, strong, authentic characters. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Another fantastic novel from Mandy Robotham. The characters leap off the page. Absolutely loved it!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Such a unique WWII read. Gripping and fascinating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Compelling, gripping and emotional. Five stars!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Mandy Robotham is a born storyteller.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Enlightening, engaging, suspenseful and well-written. Highly recommend!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Exciting, suspenseful, tragic and romantic... I couldn't stop reading.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`Wow! Powerful and captivating.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
'A truly unforgettable story. Highly recommended.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I couldn't put this book down! A whole new perspective on life during the war.' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
`I was holding my breath, and even shed a tear or two. A wonderful read!' NetGalley Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿
In The Resistance Girl, Mandy Robotham takes us on a journey through a world at war, where historical events and fiction blend seamlessly. The military strategies, the romance, and the relentless resistance against the Nazis make this book one of the best in its genre.
For fans of Dinah Jefferies (The Missing Sister), Lily Graham (The Only Light in London), Kristin Harmel (The Snow Globe), Gill Thompson (The Lighthouse Sisters), and Ruth Druart (The Last Hours in Paris).
“Powerful and haunting”—Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network
“The Berlin Girl paints a vibrant picture of some of the chilling harbingers of World War II. You'll gasp aloud and shed a few tears on this insightful, bold, fast-paced ride through Berlin's last moments of crumbling glory before the cloud of World War II descends.”—Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names
“A gripping read, filled with tension and suspense as war brews in 1930s Berlin.”—Fiona Valpy, bestselling author of The Dressmaker’s Gift
“Mandy captured a chilling sense of tension and fear, knowing what was on the horizon.”—Suzanne Goldring, author of My Name is Eva
Library Journal
★ 05/06/2022
Robotham explores the story of ordinary citizens and Resistance fighters in Norway during World War II in her fifth novel (following The Girl Behind the Wall). Rumi, the daughter of a fisherman, has already suffered a great loss due to the war. Injured in battle, Jens, who was born and raised in England but is also Norwegian, has volunteered to be a liaison to the Resistance movement. In Nazi-occupied Norway, he is at constant risk. After a rocky start, Jens and Rumi become friends as they deliver refugees to the "Shetland Bus," a boat that shuttles from Norway's coast to Scotland's Shetland Islands. Some of those saved are women being exploited by the Nazis to create a master race of Aryan children. Over five years, the story follows these everyday characters as they bravely face fears and fight for Norway. VERDICT Robotham brings a lesser-known chapter of World War II to life with heart-pounding close calls and heartbreaking captures. The personal stories, set against the backdrop of an event that changes the world, allow readers to see the effect of the war beyond battles. Fans of Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale will enjoy this book.—Terry Lucas
