During World War II, a British secret agent is captured by the Gestapo in Nazi-occupied France and writes her confession while her pilot best friend attempts a rescue.
Author
Elizabeth Wein
10 books in the catalog
Elizabeth Wein has 10 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, young adult and war. The titles we've reviewed span 1993 to 2017.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 13–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Elizabeth Wein's work include courage and love. Parents most often flag violence — see each review below for specifics.
During WWII, a young woman becomes a spy, using her intelligence and courage to aid the Allied forces.
A young Jewish girl flees Nazi Germany and finds refuge in Scotland, but her past continues to haunt her as war breaks out.
During the Galactic Civil War, a young Resistance pilot named Nessa is tasked with a dangerous mission to deliver vital intelligence.
In 1940s London, Elara works in a jewelry shop and becomes entangled in a mystery involving a stolen pearl.
Two sisters, separated by war, navigate the dangers of occupied France and England during World War II.
A young woman works as a spy for the French Resistance during World War II.
During World War II, two young women become secret agents for the British, undertaking dangerous missions in occupied France.
A young woman's life is irrevocably changed when she is forced to hunt a lion to save her village.
A young woman in Roman Britain encounters a mysterious prince and becomes entangled in political intrigue and ancient magic.
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