Soldier Boys
Soldier Boys by Dean Hughes, published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers in May 2003, is a historical young adult fiction that explores the experiences of two boys on opposite sides of World War II. At just fifteen, Dieter Hedrick’s commitment to the Nazi cause leads him from the Hitler Youth to the German army, while sixteen-year-old Spencer Morgan leaves his Utah high school to train as a paratrooper. Both boys are driven by a desire to prove their bravery and worth in a conflict that promises to change their lives forever.
In this reissue, readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of war and the personal motivations that drive young men to fight. The story follows Dieter and Spencer as they confront the harsh realities of battle, revealing the stark differences in their experiences and the shared longing for recognition. Themes of military life and the challenges faced by boys and men during wartime are central to the narrative, providing a poignant look at the impact of conflict on youth. With 240 pages, this edition offers an engaging exploration of action and adventure set against a historical backdrop.
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Spencer Morgan And Dieter Hedrick Are On Opposite Sides Of The War And Fighting For The Same Thing.
At the age of fifteen, Dieter’s blind devotion gets him promoted from Hitler Youth into the German army. Dieter’s determined to prove his allegiance and bravery all costs.
Spence, just sixteen, drops out of his Utah high school to begin training as a paratrooper. He’s seen how boys who weren’t much in high school can come home heroes, and Spence wants to prove to his friends and family that he really can be something.
Their worst fear was that the war would end too soon — that they wouldn’t get the chance to prove themselves. But when they finally see the action they were hoping for, it’s like nothing they could have ever imagined.
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