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Tyndale House Publishers, 2020-03-03

Hunger Winter: A World War II Novel

Hunger Winter: A World War II Novel

Rob Currie, Author

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9781496440358

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Set during the devastating Dutch famine of World War II, this gripping story follows thirteen-year-old Dirk as he sets out to find his missing father and protect his younger sister. With their survival on the line, Dirk must take bold risks and make impossible choices. As he steps into the role of provider and protector, he learns that sometimes the only chance you have is the one you take.

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During the harsh Hongerwinter of 1944, thirteen-year-old Dirk must lead his young sister across Nazi-occupied Netherlands to find safety. With their father and sister fighting in the resistance and their mother gone, survival depends on Dirk’s courage—and knowing who to trust when danger is everywhere.

Keywords and Themes: Bravery • Courage • Europe • Family • Historical • Hope • Justice • Juvenile Fiction • Military & Wars • Perseverance • Places • Rescue • Resourcefulness • Sacrifice • Siblings • Survival

Readability • 5.1

Age Range • 8-12

Pages • 272

Subjects • World War • 1939-1945 • Historical fiction • Brothers and sisters • History • Underground movements • Netherlands • German occupation • 1940-1945

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Historical | Military & Wars • Juvenile Fiction | Historical | Europe • Juvenile Fiction | Family | Siblings • Juvenile Fiction | Places | Europe

"I read this book with great interest. I would love to encourage everyone to read this book." ―Frits Nieuwstraten, Director, Corrie ten Boom House Foundation

The thrilling story of one boy's quest to find his father and protect his younger sister during the great Dutch famine of World War II.

"Sometimes you have to take a chance, because it's the only chance you have."

Thirteen-year-old Dirk has been the man of the house since his papa disappeared while fighting against the Nazis with the Dutch Resistance. When the Gestapo arrests Dirk's older sister, who is also a Resistance fighter, Dirk fears that he and his little sister, Anna, might be next.

With only pockets full of food and his sister asleep in his arms, Dirk runs away to find his father. As Dirk leads Anna across the war-torn Netherlands, from farmyards to work camps, he must rely on his wits and his father's teaching to find his way.
  • WWII historical fiction that depicts the realities of war in an age-appropriate way for kids
  • Weaves together themes of bravery, hope, and sibling bonds
  • Includes discussion questions, a WWII timeline, and a map of Western Europe for parents and teachers
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