The Nine: The True Story of a Band of Women Who Survived the Worst of Nazi Germany

Name: The Nine: The True Story of a Band of Women Who Survived the Worst of Nazi Germany
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Book Synopsis: "[A] narrative of unfathomable courage" ―Wall Street Journal

The Nine follows the true story of the author’s great aunt Hélène Podliasky, who led a band of nine female resistance fighters as they escaped a German forced labor camp and made a ten-day journey across the front lines of WWII from Germany back to Paris.

The nine women were all under thirty when they joined the resistance. They smuggled arms through Europe, harbored parachuting agents, coordinated communications between regional sectors, trekked escape routes to Spain and hid Jewish children in scattered apartments. They were arrested by French police, interrogated and tortured by the Gestapo. They were subjected to a series of French prisons and deported to Germany. The group formed along the way, meeting at different points, in prison, in transit, and at Ravensbrück. By the time they were enslaved at the labor camp in Leipzig, they were a close-knit group of friends. During the final days of the war, forced onto a death march, the nine chose their moment and made a daring escape. Drawing on incredible research, this powerful, heart-stopping narrative by Gwen Strauss is a moving tribute to the power of humanity and friendship in the darkest of times.

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Immerse yourself in the gripping true story of bravery and resilience with Nine, a book that takes you on an extraordinary journey through the depths of World War II. Written by Gwen Strauss, this mesmerizing narrative follows the remarkable tale of Hélène Podliasky and her band of nine fearless female resistance fighters.

As the war rages on, Hélène and her companions- all under thirty years of age- demonstrate unfathomable courage and determination. Smuggling arms, coordinating communications, and harboring agents, these brave women risk their lives to fight against the German occupation. Along their treacherous path, they find themselves facing countless challenges, including torture, imprisonment, and deportation.

Facing the horrors of Ravensbrück, a German forced labor camp, the bond between the nine women grows stronger, and their will to survive intensifies. Each moment is fraught with danger and uncertainty, but together they find solace and strength. When an opportunity for liberation arises, the group seizes it, embarking on a daring escape that will leave you breathless.

Gwen Strauss meticulously weaves together this captivating tale by drawing on extensive research. Through her words, the power of humanity and the unbreakable spirit of friendship shine a light even in the darkest of times. The Nine is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and inspires us all to never give up.

Discover the untold story of these extraordinary women today and be captivated by their journey of resilience and determination. Get your copy of Nine now!

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