Discover the gripping tale of 'Blitzkrieg #1', a compelling young adult historical fiction novel set in pre-WWII Berlin. Young Joe, a boy caught between his British father and New Zealand mother, navigates a tumultuous world as the Hitler Youth Movement rallies his peers. This 416-page book, published by Scholastic New Zealand Ltd, captures the raw emotions of a young boy grappling with moral dilemmas and the growing mistreatment of Jews. Joe's journey takes a dramatic turn when his father is wrongfully arrested as a spy, forcing him and his mother to flee Berlin. Separated amidst chaos, Joe embarks on a daring adventure to reunite with his parents while searching for meaning and courage in a war-torn landscape. 'Blitzkrieg #1' offers readers a bittersweet exploration of bravery, identity, and the quest for family amidst global turmoil. Dive into this captivating story that highlights the resilience of a young hero and his struggle for justice and belonging. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and those interested in WWII narratives, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impact. Don't miss out on this remarkable journey - order your copy today and immerse yourself in Joe's incredible tale of survival and courage.

CONDITION: Brand New
ISBN: 9781775436447
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages 416

Young Joe is living in pre-WWII Berlin, with his British father and NZ mother, attending school and witnessing the excitement of his friends who are enthusiastically joining the Hitler Youth Movement. Joe feels uncomfortable with the growing mistreatment of local Jews, and after ...the arrest of his father as a spy, he is forced to escape from Berlin with his mother. Joe is separated from his mother and evacuated to New Zealand, and, while war looms in Europe, he is frustrated by his distance from the action, and his inability to do anything about finding his father. After a harrowing route back to Europe, Joe attempts to infiltrate the Hitler Youth movement in Germany while at the same time searching for his mother and father in wartime Berlin.Read less