The War Below
The War Below by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch is a compelling companion novel to Making Bombs for Hitler, published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2020. This edition, written in English and spanning 256 pages, follows the journey of Luka, a boy who escapes from a Nazi labor camp and joins the underground Ukrainian resistance during World War II.
Readers will find a gripping narrative as Luka navigates the dangers of evading both Nazi and Soviet forces while searching for his friend Lida. The story delves into themes of survival and trust, showcasing Luka’s desperate choices amid guerilla raids and rescues. Set against the backdrop of historical events, this novel presents a vivid portrayal of action and adventure in wartime Europe.
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This companion novel to Skrypuch’s Making Bombs for Hitler follows a boy who joins the underground Ukrainian resistance in the fight against Hitler.
The Nazis took Luka from his home in Ukraine and forced him into a labor camp. Now, Luka has smuggled himself out – even though he left behind his dearest friend, Lida. Someday, he vows, he’ll find her again.
But first, he must survive.
Racing through the woods and mountains, Luka evades capture by both Nazis and Soviet agents. Though he finds some allies, he never knows who to trust. As Luka makes difficult choices in order to survive, desperate rescues and guerilla raids put him in the line of fire. Can he persevere long enough to find Lida again or make it back home where his father must be waiting for him?
Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch delivers another action-packed story, inspired by true events, of daring quests and the crucial decisions we make in the face of war.
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