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Book Synopsis: The dramatic story of neighbors in a small Danish fishing village who, during the Holocaust, shelter a Jewish family waiting to be ferried to safety in Sweden - based on a true story.
It is 1943 in Nazi-occupied Denmark. Anett and her parents are hiding a Jewish woman and her son, Carl, in their cellar until a fishing boat can take them across the sound to neutral Sweden. The soldiers patrolling their street are growing suspicious, so Carl and his mama must make their way to the harbor despite a cloudy sky with no moon to guide them. Worried about their safety, Anett devises a clever and unusual plan for their safe passage to the harbor.
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Immerse yourself in the gripping tale of "The Whispering Town" - a captivating story of courage and compassion set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II. Based on a true story, this remarkable book will transport you to a small Danish fishing village, where neighbors come together to protect a Jewish family desperately seeking refuge in Sweden.
Join Anett and her parents as they embark on a perilous journey to shelter a Jewish woman and her young son, Carl, in their cellar. With the soldiers' suspicions growing and time running out, Anett must think fast and act even faster. She concocts a brilliant and unconventional plan to guide Carl and his mother to the harbor under the cover of darkness, defying the cloudy sky's lack of moonlight. Will their daring escape succeed, or will they fall into the hands of the Nazis?
"The Whispering Town" is a tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat, heart pounding with every turn of the page. The author's meticulous research brings the characters to life, making their struggles and triumphs palpably real. Through vivid descriptions and poignant storytelling, you'll feel the sense of danger, the whisper of hope, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Don't miss this opportunity to be transported to a time of heroes and hardship, where ordinary people become extraordinary. Experience the power of loyalty, selflessness, and the indomitable human will. Order your copy of "The Whispering Town" today and embark on an emotional journey that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.
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