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Lucy Jacobs’s Mouse Island It is a fascinating story about love and resistance.

In 1942, during the German occupation of Norway, Solveig Eik was trapped in the dark, both from long nights and due to power outages. She was tired of her boring life, which mainly involved demolishing propaganda posters, listening to secret radio broadcasts, and clashing with Liv Sunde, a charming school teacher on the island who also dated a German colonel.

Everything changes when Solveig finds a German hiding in a cave. As her plans began to collapse, she realized that the line between becoming a patriot, hero and traitor was much thinner than she thought.

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During World War II, Norway’s Smøla, like most parts of Europe, was a hub of Nazi activities. Despite its remote location, the area is often visited by German soldiers and sympathizers, leaving the local Norwegian population feeling overwhelmed, feared and resentful.

This small community of small islands comes to life vividly through rich descriptions. The lighthouses, school buildings and small houses scattered across the island are easy to imagine, and as the characters go from one island to another, the waves are almost tangible. The cold air and the ruthless storm add a feeling of premonition, perfect for the era.

The dialogue flows naturally, often leading to moments of deep introspection.

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Most of the historical World War II novels I encountered were set in the UK or Germany, so I thank the book for being in a rural community in Norway. It emphasizes that no one is immune to the impact of the German occupation, regardless of where people live in Europe. Food rations, publicity, intimidation and threats have even expanded to the most remote places.

exist Mouse Islandthe line between heroes and traitors is thin. Solveig dreams of becoming a hero of resistance, especially after discovering a man hiding in a cave. She secretly provided him with food and guarded his presence. But her determination was tested when she sent out emotions to NS ally Liv.

Despite their intense communication, Solveig found herself trying to win Liv’s approval, leading her to make some difficult and morally ambiguous decisions. In the gray area, the exploration of good and evil makes the story so fascinating. I especially appreciate the time spent in Solveig’s emotional struggle.

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The book was set in Norway during World War II, and the German occupation stirred deep hatred and further promoted their attempts to genocide.

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Mouse Island During the German occupation, small communities focused on Norwegian communities provided new perspectives for World War II.

With vivid descriptions and an emotionally profound story, it penetrates into the blurred line between heroism and betrayal. Solveig’s struggles, difficult choices, and introspective moments make her journey relevant and fascinating.

The story also shows that even remote areas have not escaped the difficulties of war, such as food shortages, propaganda and fear. With fascinating characters and powerful themes, this is a unique and engaging read.

extract Lucy Jacobs’s Mouse Island

“or? “She called into the cave and heard her voice bounce back towards her from all angles. “Where are you? ”

There was a blurred rustling in the darkness, but a faint answer was not answered.

“If I had to come there, I would,” she threatened uselessly. The matriarch cannot understand her and cannot listen to rationality.

In the darkness, something happened to be moving from the edge of her vision. She walked a few steps into the cave, feeling her way, dragging the rough rock wall with her fingers.

“or? Are you here? ”

Nothing so far south can really cause any harm to her, but the trolls of her childhood were not easily shaken. She could feel her eyes crawling onto her back, but as she turned around, she saw only the entrance to the cave.

“or? ”

This is not a sheep walking through the cave. In the darkness, she could almost figure out her face. The eyes flashed above the beard, not trimmed like her father or Gunnar, but the wild edges were shattered on the edges, curled on the sheepskin of the leather flight jacket.

“Stop there.” The voice was low and quiet, but the pressure of cold metal gave strength to her neck. “Who are you?”

She doesn’t answer him, she can’t. It was a simple question, but her thoughts were blank.

“Tell me who you are,” the man repeated slowly. “Speak before I kill you the fuck.”

Solve nodded, the sharp edge of the knife cut into her skin in every movement.

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ISBN Number: 978-1068764714

Publisher: Independent writer

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