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The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines

Cate Lineberry
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The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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Cate Lineberry

The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Albania • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines by Cate Lineberry chronicles the harrowing ordeal of American nurses and medics during World War II. Stranded in Nazi-occupied Albania after their plane crashes, the group navigates treacherous terrain and seeks aid from local resistance forces to survive and eventually escape.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.0

2,980 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Secret Rescue by Cate Lineberry receives praise for its engaging and well-researched narrative of bravery and resilience. It vividly recounts the ordeal of American nurses and medics stranded behind Nazi lines. Some critics note occasional lack of depth in character exploration, but overall, it’s seen as a captivating and informative read on WWII heroism.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines?

Readers who enjoy The Secret Rescue would likely appreciate historical non-fiction, especially stories of heroism during WWII. Fans of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand or The Diary of Anne Frank would be drawn to its blend of human resilience and historical context. It appeals to those interested in untold stories of courage.

4.0

2,980 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Albania • 1940s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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